Cybersecurity Compliance (NIST SP 800-171)

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of cybersecurity controls aligned with NIST SP 800-171 to safeguard covered defense information. This includes ensuring all required security measures are properly configured, monitored, and sustained throughout the performance period, with a specific focus on detecting, responding to, and reporting cyber incidents in accordance with federal requirements. The contractor must also conduct and submit System for Award Management (SPRS) assessments to demonstrate compliance status, ensuring continuous adherence to the NIST framework and timely updates as new threats or regulatory changes arise. This subcontract is issued under the Department of Defense, categorized under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services, and is open for response until May 16, 2026. It applies broadly to entities handling sensitive defense data and mandates strict compliance with federal cybersecurity standards without exception. Performance may involve remote or distributed work environments, and full accountability for control effectiveness rests with the contractor, who must maintain documentation and audit readiness at all times.