NIST SP 800-171 Compliance and Cybersecurity Safeguarding

The contract requires implementation and maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard federal contract information as mandated by DFARS 252.240-7997, ensuring that all systems handling such data meet rigorous cybersecurity standards. This subcontract is part of a broader effort by the Department of Defense’s Active Devices Division to enforce compliance with federal information security requirements, specifically targeting organizations that process, store, or transmit sensitive government information. The work must be performed at the designated place of performance in FPO, ZIP 96665, with all security controls fully operational and documented prior to contract execution and maintained throughout its duration. Bidders must respond by August 3, 2026, with proposals that demonstrate proven experience in executing NIST 800-171 controls, including access control, audit and accountability, identification and authentication, and incident response capabilities. The NAICS code 541512 indicates the work pertains to computer systems design services, suggesting the contractor will provide technical implementation and ongoing cybersecurity management rather than hardware procurement. While no set-aside designation is specified, the requirement is tied to a U.S. Department of Defense procurement and is accessible via the DIBBS platform, indicating it is open to qualified vendors capable of meeting stringent federal cybersecurity obligations without reliance on external audit or certification documentation beyond what is contractually mandated.