Cybersecurity Compliance and CUI Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST Special Publication 800-171 security controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information within contractor systems, ensuring alignment with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2 requirements. This includes establishing technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect CUI from unauthorized access, disclosure, or modification throughout its lifecycle, with continuous monitoring and documentation to demonstrate compliance. The work is scoped to support the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain organization in meeting federal cybersecurity standards applicable to defense contractors handling sensitive but unclassified data. Performance of the contract will be executed at the designated location in Blackstone, Virginia, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026, and a posted date of July 16, 2026. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, which corresponds to Computer Systems Design and Related Services. While no set-aside preferences are specified, the effort demands rigorous adherence to federal cybersecurity protocols, requiring qualified personnel with demonstrated experience in NIST 800-171 implementation, CMMC documentation, and defense contractor compliance frameworks. All activities must be conducted in full alignment with DoD expectations for securing CUI across the defense industrial base.