Cybersecurity Compliance & CUI Safeguarding

The contract requires implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity controls to ensure full compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171 standards, specifically to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) on systems supporting the prime contractor. All subcontractor systems handling CUI must meet these federal requirements, including robust access controls, audit logging, media protection, incident response, and regular system assessments to prevent unauthorized access or data loss. Compliance is mandatory and ongoing throughout the contract lifecycle, with continuous monitoring and documentation to demonstrate adherence. This subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and is associated with the Department of Defense’s Aviation Supply Chain ESOC Buys office. The place of performance is designated as FPO, 96632, indicating operations may occur in deployed or overseas contexts. The solicitation was posted on August 9, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate proven ability to meet CUI protection requirements, maintain secure systems, and provide evidence of compliance readiness, as failure to meet these standards may result in contract termination or loss of eligibility for future DoD work.