Cybersecurity for Covered Defense Information (CUI)

The contract mandates the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) within the subcontractor’s systems and processes, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for defense-related information. All systems handling CUI must be configured to meet the full spectrum of required controls, including access management, audit logging, configuration management, incident response, and data encryption, to safeguard sensitive data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. Additionally, the contractor is required to establish and maintain a robust cyber incident reporting capability, with immediate notification procedures for any suspected or confirmed security breaches, as stipulated by DoD regulations. This subcontract is issued under the Department of Defense and is specifically tied to operations at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, with the NAICS code 541512 indicating it relates to computer systems design services. The solicitation is open for responses until August 10, 2026, and is categorized as a subcontract under the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF initiative. Performance must be executed in alignment with the cybersecurity expectations of the DoD, and failure to meet NIST SP 800-171 compliance or timely incident reporting could result in contract termination, penalties, or loss of future business opportunities. The contractor must be prepared to demonstrate full adherence to these requirements during audits or assessments conducted by government representatives.