Cybersecurity Compliance (NIST SP 800-171)

The contract requires the implementation and assessment of NIST SP 800-171 security controls across systems that handle Controlled Unclassified Information, in alignment with DFARS regulatory requirements. This effort is focused on ensuring that all relevant technical, administrative, and physical safeguards are properly deployed and verified to protect CUI from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. The successful contractor must demonstrate a thorough understanding of NIST guidelines and be capable of conducting a formal assessment to validate compliance, with documentation supporting the implementation of all required controls across the designated system environment. The work is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by the Fluid Handling Division, with performance taking place at Dover Air Force Base, zip code 19902-5139. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, and responses are due by August 3, 2026, indicating a tight timeframe for submission. The NAICS code 541512 classifies this as Information Technology Consulting Services, underscoring the technical and advisory nature of the engagement. The contractor must be prepared to operate within the strict compliance framework dictated by federal defense standards, with an emphasis on accountability, continuous monitoring, and audit readiness throughout the performance period.