Cybersecurity Compliance for Contractor Systems (NIST SP 800-171)

The contract requires the implementation and assessment of NIST Special Publication 800-171 security controls to protect controlled unclassified information on contractor systems, in alignment with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement requirements. The primary objective is to ensure that all systems handling CUI meet the federal standards for cybersecurity and information protection, with an explicit focus on compliance validation through structured evaluation. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV, and falls under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. All work must be performed in accordance with the specified security framework, and contractors are expected to demonstrate full adherence to the 110 controls outlined in NIST SP 800-171. The solicitation is open with a response deadline of July 22, 2026, and the offeror must provide a detailed plan for deploying, monitoring, and documenting compliance with the required controls. There is no set-aside designation, indicating eligibility is open to all qualified entities, and the performance location is not specified, suggesting work may be conducted remotely or at the contractor’s facility, provided it meets all security and audit requirements. Failure to meet implementation timelines or control standards could result in non-compliance, loss of contract eligibility, or termination. The contract underscores the critical importance of safeguarding sensitive government information through rigorous, verifiable cybersecurity measures as a condition of participation in DoD supply chain operations.