Defense Cybersecurity Compliance (NIST SP 800-171)

The contract supports a prime contractor in achieving and maintaining compliance with NIST SP 800-171 standards for protecting covered defense information across information systems. This includes performing detailed system assessments, identifying gaps in security controls, and developing comprehensive documentation to demonstrate adherence to federal requirements. The work is essential for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive defense data within the contractor’s environment. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and is issued by the ASC Commodities Division within the Department of Defense. It is targeted for submission by May 19, 2026, with a posting date of May 11, 2026. While no specific location is provided for performance, the scope implies that work will be conducted at or in support of facilities handling classified or controlled unclassified information. The effort is critical to sustaining defense contracting eligibility and supporting broader cybersecurity objectives across the DoD supply chain.