Cybersecurity Compliance & NIST SP 800-171 Implementation

The contract requires the implementation of NIST Special Publication 800-171 controls to safeguard Covered Defense Information within the contractor’s systems and processes. This effort is aimed at ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for handling sensitive defense data and aligning with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2 requirements. The contractor must execute a full suite of security controls covering access control, awareness and training, audit and accountability, configuration management, identification and authentication, incident response, maintenance, media protection, personnel security, risk assessment, system and communications protection, and system and information integrity. Support for a CMMC Level 2 self-assessment is also included, requiring documentation of control implementation, evidence collection, and preparation for internal or external validation to demonstrate readiness for certification. The work is performed under a subcontract and is tied to the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services, indicating the focus on technical implementation rather than manufacturing or supply. The place of performance is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002, though no specific office address or point of contact is provided. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026, suggesting a short turnaround window for proposals. The contracting entity is the Department of Defense, specifically under LSO Combat Vehicles and Armament, signaling the defense-related nature of the information to be protected. Compliance with these requirements is essential for maintaining eligibility for future Defense contracts and securing the integrity of sensitive military data.