Cybersecurity Compliance for CUI/CDI Handling

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls on all contractor systems that process, store, or transmit Covered Defense Information. Compliance with these controls is mandatory to protect sensitive government data and ensure alignment with federal cybersecurity standards. Contractors must establish robust processes to identify, monitor, and remediate vulnerabilities, while continuously validating control effectiveness across all applicable systems and environments. In addition to maintaining compliance, the contract mandates timely and accurate reporting of any cybersecurity incidents involving Covered Defense Information, in accordance with established federal reporting protocols. Failure to report incidents promptly or to remediate deficiencies may result in contractual noncompliance and potential penalties. The effort is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, managed by the Department of Defense’s Subsistence FSE Supply Chain, with responses due by May 1, 2026. All work must be performed in support of defense supply chain security objectives, with no geographic restrictions specified for performance.