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

This contract requires the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 controls to protect Covered Defense Information and ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for handling Controlled Unclassified Information. The vendor must develop a System Security Plan and a Plan of Action and Milestones to document ongoing compliance efforts, identify gaps, and outline remediation timelines. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for establishing and maintaining procedures for timely cyber incident reporting in accordance with federal requirements. The work is scoped as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Fluid Handling Division, with a NAICS code of 541512 indicating information technology services. The solicitation was posted on July 27, 2026, and responses are due by August 7, 2026. There is no set-aside designation specified, and performance location details are not provided. The contract emphasizes full adherence to NIST guidelines, rigorous documentation, and immediate response to cybersecurity incidents to safeguard sensitive defense information throughout the systems and processes under management.