NIST SP 800-171 Cybersecurity Compliance

The contract involves implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls for systems that manage covered defense information, ensuring compliance with the standards set forth in NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS regulations. The work is to be performed as a subcontract under the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cybersecurity framework, specifically targeting the protection of sensitive defense-related data. The organization overseeing this contract is the Department of Defense through its ASC Supplier OPER OEM Division, with the place of performance located in San Diego, California. Responses to the solicitation must be submitted by May 27, 2026, following the posting date of May 19, 2026. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541612, which corresponds to administrative management and general management consulting services. Although there are no specifications regarding set-asides or organization types, the opportunity is focused on supporting defense cybersecurity compliance efforts by ensuring that subcontractors adhere to mandated cybersecurity protocols related to the handling and safeguarding of covered defense information.