Cybersecurity Compliance & CUI Safeguarding Support

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 controls to protect Covered Defense Information and ensure full compliance with the DFARS cybersecurity clause across all applicable systems and subcontractor environments. This includes establishing, documenting, and sustaining security measures that align with federal standards for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information, with a focus on continuous monitoring, access control, incident response, and system integrity. The work is expected to encompass assessment, remediation, and audit readiness activities to meet federal regulatory requirements and support the defense supply chain’s cybersecurity posture. This subcontract, issued under the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division, is targeted at organizations capable of delivering specialized cybersecurity services within the NAICS code 541612 for management and technical consulting. Responses are due by May 20, 2026, and performance will extend across the entire scope of the defense contractor’s IT infrastructure and its third-party partners. The successful contractor must demonstrate proven experience in NIST 800-171 implementation, familiarity with DFARS requirements, and the ability to operate under strict compliance obligations without direct oversight from the contracting agency.