Cybersecurity Compliance for CUI Handling

The contract requires full implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information handled on behalf of the Department of Defense through the Defense Logistics Agency. This includes establishing and sustaining technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to meet federal requirements for protecting CUI across all systems and environments involved in the subcontracted work. The contractor must ensure continuous compliance with all applicable NIST controls and maintain documented evidence of implementation for audit and assessment purposes. Additionally, the contract mandates immediate reporting of any cyber incidents affecting CUI, in accordance with DoD guidelines, and requires the preservation of digital media and forensic data following an incident to support investigation, response, and remediation efforts. The work is performed as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512 and is tied to a specific DoD award, with performance expectations centered on strict adherence to federal cybersecurity standards without exception. The contractor is accountable for maintaining compliance throughout the life of the agreement and must be prepared to demonstrate readiness at all times through records, audits, and incident response protocols.