Cybersecurity Compliance & CUI Protection (NIST SP 800-171)

This contract requires the implementation and ongoing assessment of cybersecurity controls as outlined in NIST SP 800-171 to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information on contractor systems. The work involves establishing, documenting, and maintaining compliance with all applicable security requirements to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of CUI throughout its lifecycle on nonfederal systems. Continuous monitoring and reporting mechanisms must be in place to demonstrate sustained adherence to the standard, with a focus on remediation of identified gaps and validation of control effectiveness. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain initiative, with a NAICS code of 541512 indicating it relates to computer systems design services. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, and responses are due by August 6, 2026. All performance is expected to be carried out in support of federal requirements, and contractors must be prepared to provide detailed evidence of compliance through policies, procedures, and audit-ready documentation. Failure to meet NIST SP 800-171 requirements could result in noncompliance penalties or loss of eligibility for future work involving CUI.