Cybersecurity Compliance for Defense Contractors

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to protect covered defense information handled by the contractor, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense cybersecurity standards under DFARS. This includes establishing robust technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise of sensitive data, as well as enabling timely and accurate cyber incident reporting in accordance with federal requirements. The work must be performed at the designated location in Cherry Point, North Carolina, with all security measures aligned to meet the stringent protections mandated for defense contractors handling controlled unclassified information. The contract is structured as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 541512, indicating it pertains to computer systems design services, and is tied to a specific Defense Logistics Agency procurement under the solicitation SPE7MC26T149J. The opportunity was posted on July 23, 2026, with responses due by August 3, 2026, and participation is limited to organizations capable of demonstrating full compliance with NIST 800-171 controls and the ability to sustain them through continuous monitoring and improvement. The contractor must maintain documented evidence of control implementation, conduct regular assessments, and be prepared to validate conformance during audits or inspections, ensuring uninterrupted eligibility to support Department of Defense operations.