IT Security & CUI Protection (NIST SP 800-171 Compliance)

The contract entails the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 safeguarding controls to ensure proper protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) on systems under the jurisdiction of the FLUID HANDLING DIVISION within the Department of Defense. The work is scoped to align with federal cybersecurity standards by establishing, validating, and maintaining the required technical and administrative controls necessary for CUI handling, with performance specifically anchored at the location in San Diego, CA, ZIP 92136-3581. This subcontract, classified under NAICS code 541512 for Computer Systems Design Services, requires the vendor to demonstrate compliance with all NIST 800-171 requirements, including access control, audit and accountability, configuration management, identification and authentication, and incident response, among others, to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access or data exposure. The solicitation was posted on August 9, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 20, 2026, indicating a tight turnaround for qualified subcontractors to submit proposals. The contract is specifically targeted toward organizations with demonstrated expertise in federal cybersecurity compliance and infrastructure hardening, particularly those experienced in deploying NIST controls within DoD environments. Performance must be executed in full alignment with federal mandates, and successful bidders will be expected to provide documentation, assessments, and ongoing support to maintain continuous compliance. The contract does not specify set-aside status, suggesting it is open to all eligible vendors, and the point of contact details are not provided in the available data, requiring potential responders to follow up via the provided DIBBS link for further inquiries.