Cybersecurity Compliance and CUI Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation and maintenance of comprehensive cybersecurity controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in alignment with CMMC Level 2 and NIST SP 800-171 standards. The scope centers on ensuring technical and operational compliance through continuous monitoring, policy enforcement, and system hardening measures designed to prevent unauthorized access, data exfiltration, and cyber threats. All activities must be performed by a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, as this is a set-aside procurement under the SDVOSBC classification, emphasizing veteran-owned enterprise participation in critical national defense cybersecurity initiatives. The work is governed under NAICS code 541512, indicating it falls within computer systems design and related services, and is managed by the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate within the Department of Defense. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with responses due by August 14, 2026, and is structured as a subcontract, meaning the successful bidder will support a prime contractor or larger program. While specific performance locations are not defined, adherence to federal cybersecurity mandates is mandatory, and the contractor must demonstrate proven capability in securing CUI environments with documented evidence of compliance processes, risk assessments, and incident response protocols. All efforts must be sustained throughout the contract term to maintain continuous CUI protection standards.