Cybersecurity Compliance for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information within non-federal systems, specifically for the Department of Defense under the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF program. A critical component involves developing a comprehensive System Security Plan that documents how the required controls are applied and managed across the environment, ensuring alignment with federal standards for protecting sensitive but unclassified data. Annual assessments must be conducted to validate the effectiveness of these controls and demonstrate continued compliance with NIST guidelines. The work is to be performed at the designated place of performance in APO with ZIP code 09461-9997, and the contract is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, indicating it falls within the category of Computer Systems Design Services. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with a response deadline of August 5, 2026, indicating a short turnaround for proposers. This engagement focuses exclusively on cybersecurity compliance and does not involve procurement of goods or other services outside the scope of protective measures for CUI, requiring the contractor to possess proven expertise in NIST frameworks and experience with government-mandated security documentation and assessment protocols.