Cybersecurity Compliance & NIST SP 800-171 Implementation

The contract requires the implementation and assessment of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to ensure compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 and protect covered defense information. The work focuses on establishing a robust cybersecurity posture aligned with federal standards for handling sensitive government data, requiring thorough documentation, continuous monitoring, and formal assessment of control effectiveness. The contractor must demonstrate full adherence to the NIST framework by identifying vulnerabilities, applying required safeguards, and maintaining audit-ready records to meet Department of Defense requirements. This is a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, classified under NAICS code 541611 for administrative management and general management consulting services. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, and performance is expected to occur wherever the subcontractor operates, with no specific geographic limitations indicated. The contractor is responsible for ensuring end-to-end compliance with all cybersecurity mandates, including incident reporting, access control, configuration management, and data encryption, to secure covered defense information throughout its lifecycle. Failure to meet these requirements could result in contract termination or loss of eligibility for future DoD work.