NIST SP 800-171 Compliance and CUI Protection Services

The contract entails the implementation and evaluation of cybersecurity controls designed to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information in alignment with NIST Special Publication 800-171 and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement requirements. The work focuses on establishing, documenting, and testing technical and administrative safeguards to ensure compliance with federal standards for protecting sensitive but unclassified data handled by defense contractors. This subcontract is part of a broader effort by the Department of Defense to enforce stringent information security practices across its supply chain, ensuring that all entities handling CUI meet mandated protective measures. The solicitation is open for responses until July 27, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 541512, indicating it relates to computer systems design services. The performing organization is the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV, operating under the Department of Defense. Although no specific location is provided for performance or point of contact, the work is expected to be carried out in environments where CUI is processed, stored, or transmitted. Compliance with NIST SP 800-171 will require a thorough gap assessment, remediation of identified weaknesses, and ongoing monitoring to maintain continuous adherence to the standard throughout the contract period.