Information Systems Safeguarding (NIST SP 800-171 Compliance)

The contract requires the implementation and assessment of cybersecurity controls to safeguard covered contractor information systems in alignment with NIST Special Publication 800-171 and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) standards. This effort is aimed at ensuring the protection of controlled unclassified information processed, stored, or transmitted on contractor systems by meeting rigorous federal cybersecurity requirements. The contractor must demonstrate full compliance through documented control implementation, continuous monitoring, and formal assessment procedures to validate adherence to the specified security framework. This is a subcontract issued under the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division, with a NAICS code of 541512 reflecting information technology services. The solicitation was posted on July 20, 2026, and responses are due by July 28, 2026. The performance location is not specified, and no set-aside provisions are indicated. All work must be executed in accordance with federal cybersecurity mandates, and successful bidders will be expected to provide verifiable evidence of compliance, including policies, procedures, and assessment reports, to maintain the integrity of Department of Defense information systems.