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

The contract requires the implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity measures aligned with NIST SP 800-171 to safeguard controlled unclassified information in accordance with DFARS regulations. This includes establishing, documenting, and maintaining a robust security framework that addresses the 110 controls specified in NIST SP 800-171, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of CUI handled within the subcontractor’s systems. Ongoing compliance support involves continuous monitoring, risk assessments, policy updates, employee training, and audit readiness to sustain adherence to federal cybersecurity standards throughout the contract lifecycle. The subcontract is associated with the Department of Defense, specifically Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Puget Sound, and falls under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. All performance activities must meet strict federal compliance requirements, with the responder required to submit proposals by August 14, 2026. The contract emphasizes not only initial implementation but also sustained operational compliance, requiring the contractor to maintain active oversight, report on security posture, and respond promptly to changes in regulatory guidance or threats to CUI. Successful execution will ensure the protection of sensitive defense-related information across the subcontractor’s environment, supporting broader DoD cybersecurity objectives.