Cybersecurity Compliance and CUI Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 controls to protect Covered Defense Information and ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information. This includes conducting a thorough system assessment to verify the effectiveness of security controls and establishing protocols for timely incident reporting in the event of a breach or security event. The work is scoped as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by the Fluid Handling Division, and performance is required at a designated location in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a Zip code of 17070-5002. The NAICS code 541611 indicates this is an information technology services contract focused on cybersecurity compliance and risk management. The bid submission deadline is August 10, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026. Although there is no specified set-aside classification, the contract is categorized as a subcontract, suggesting it supports a prime contractor’s obligations under a broader DoD agreement. The requirement emphasizes adherence to strict cybersecurity frameworks to maintain the integrity of sensitive defense-related data, and failure to comply with NIST SP 800-171 controls or meet incident reporting obligations could result in contract non-compliance or penalties. All work must be performed in alignment with federal regulations governing the protection of Covered Defense Information, and the contractor must be prepared to demonstrate ongoing compliance through documentation, assessments, and responsive incident handling procedures.