Cybersecurity Compliance and NIST SP 800-171 Implementation

This contract requires the implementation and assessment of NIST Special Publication 800-171 controls to safeguard covered defense information within the contractor’s systems. The scope includes comprehensive system hardening measures to align with federal cybersecurity standards, ensuring that technical, administrative, and physical safeguards are properly configured and enforced. The contractor must also develop and validate an incident response plan capable of detecting, containing, reporting, and recovering from cybersecurity events involving protected data, with all activities subject to rigorous evaluation for compliance. The work is performed as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically for the Defense Logistics Agency, and is classified under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. The contract is tied to a specific procurement ID and requires adherence to federal cybersecurity requirements without any specified set-aside provisions. Performance is expected to meet the benchmarks outlined in NIST SP 800-171, with ongoing assessment to confirm that all controls remain effective and continuously maintained throughout the contract lifecycle.