Cybersecurity Compliance for CUI Handling

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information across all applicable systems and environments. This includes establishing technical, administrative, and physical safeguards aligned with federal cybersecurity standards to ensure CUI remains protected from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. The contractor is responsible for conducting regular system assessments to verify compliance with these controls, identifying gaps, and implementing corrective actions to maintain continuous adherence to regulatory requirements. In addition to control implementation, the contractor must support timely cyber incident reporting in accordance with federal guidelines and ensure full readiness for audits by maintaining accurate documentation, evidence of control effectiveness, and audit trails. All activities must be conducted under the oversight of the Defense Logistics Agency, with performance expectations tied to the Department of Defense’s cybersecurity posture and the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. The subcontract is structured to enhance institutional cyber resilience and ensure the secure handling of sensitive government information without modification of the established framework.