Cybersecurity Compliance for Covered Defense Information

This contract requires the implementation and assessment of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information, as mandated by DFARS 252.240-7997. The scope includes either a self-assessment of compliance or validation by a third party to ensure that all required cybersecurity measures are properly applied and documented. The work is tied to a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV, with performance localized to Barstow, California, at zip code 92311-5014. The solicitation, classified under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services, is open for response until July 28, 2026, with a posting date of July 20, 2026. Compliance with NIST standards is critical to meet federal contractual obligations and maintain eligibility for handling sensitive defense data.