Cybersecurity Implementation & Compliance

The contract requires the development and ongoing maintenance of a Cybersecurity Implementation Plan (CSIP) to ensure full compliance with NIST SP 800-171, CMMC Level 2, and DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements. This effort is critical for safeguarding controlled unclassified information within the contractor’s systems and aligning with federal cybersecurity standards enforced by the Department of Defense. The successful bidder must possess the expertise to assess existing security controls, identify gaps, implement necessary technical and procedural safeguards, and document all measures to meet or exceed the outlined compliance benchmarks. This subcontract is issued by the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division under the NAICS code 541612, with performance location specified in St James, Maryland, zip code 20670. The opportunity was posted on July 21, 2026, and responses must be submitted by August 5, 2026, at 4:00 AM Eastern Time. While no set-aside designation is specified, the contract is intended for subcontractors supporting defense cybersecurity initiatives and requires proven experience in implementing NIST and CMMC frameworks within a DoD environment. Continuous monitoring, audit readiness, and timely updates to the CSIP are essential throughout the contract period to maintain compliance and mitigate cyber risks.