Cybersecurity for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

The contract requires the implementation of NIST Special Publication 800-171 security controls to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) within contractor systems, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for handling sensitive but unclassified data. This subcontract is tied to the Department of Defense and specifically supports the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF, with performance centered at Fort Stewart, Georgia, 31314-5185. The solicitation, posted on July 16, 2026, mandates a response by July 22, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 541511, indicating it pertains to computer systems design and related services. Compliance with NIST SP 800-171 involves establishing and maintaining a range of security controls covering access control, audit, configuration management, identification and authentication, maintenance, media protection, personnel security, physical protection, risk assessment, system and communications protection, and incident response to secure CUI at all stages of handling. Contractors must demonstrate the technical capability and operational readiness to fully implement these controls within their information systems before performance begins.