Cybersecurity Compliance and CUI Safeguarding

The contract requires implementation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information and ensure full compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements. This includes establishing and maintaining a secure environment that protects controlled unclassified information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or modification, with all systems and processes aligned to the specific technical and administrative safeguards outlined in the NIST framework. The contractor must also establish a robust cyber incident reporting capability to detect, respond to, and report any cybersecurity incidents to the Department of Defense within 72 hours of discovery, ensuring timely notification and coordination to mitigate potential threats. This subcontract falls under the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and is administered by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense. The performance location and detailed contact information are not specified, but the contractual obligations are tied to federal defense cybersecurity standards regardless of geographic scope. The agreement emphasizes continuous compliance, operational readiness, and accountability in protecting sensitive information critical to national defense operations.