DFARS NIST SP 800-171 Cybersecurity Compliance

The contract requires the implementation, assessment, and documentation of cybersecurity controls to ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS clause 252.240-7997 for systems handling controlled unclassified information. The work is focused on securing information systems that process, store, or transmit CUI, aligning with federal standards for protecting sensitive but unclassified data. The contractor must demonstrate full adherence to the required security controls, conduct thorough assessments of implementation effectiveness, and maintain comprehensive documentation to support audit readiness and ongoing compliance. This subcontract is issued under the Department of Defense’s Aviation Supply Chain ESOC Buys and has a place of performance in Fort Hood, Texas, with a ZIP code of 76544-0000. The solicitation was posted on July 12, 2026, and responses are due by July 20, 2026, indicating a tight turnaround for proposal submission. The NAICS code 541512 identifies the work as related to computer systems design services, reflecting the technical and consultative nature of the cybersecurity implementation effort. All activities must be executed in alignment with DOD cybersecurity requirements, and adherence to the specified standards is mandatory for contract award and performance.