Government-Furnished Information Handling and CUI Compliance

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of cybersecurity controls to protect Controlled Unclassified Information in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2. This subcontract is focused on ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for handling government-furnished information, specifically within the maritime supply chain environment under the Department of Defense. All systems, processes, and personnel involved must meet the technical and administrative safeguards outlined in NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 to secure CUI throughout its lifecycle, including storage, transmission, and processing. The solicitation is open for responses until May 11, 2026, and the work is anticipated to be performed under a subcontract structure with no specified set-aside classification. The NAICS code 541512 indicates the work falls under computer systems design services, suggesting the contractor will provide technical expertise in designing, integrating, or managing cybersecurity infrastructure. Performance is expected to support the Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys office, with no geographic restrictions listed, indicating the work may be performed remotely or across multiple locations as needed. Compliance with these standards is mandatory, and failure to meet requirements could result in contract termination or penalties under applicable federal regulations.