NIST SP 800-171 Cybersecurity Compliance and Reporting

The contract requires the implementation and documentation of cybersecurity controls aligned with NIST SP 800-171 to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information within a Department of Defense subcontract environment. This involves establishing technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to meet federal requirements for protecting CUI, with a strong emphasis on comprehensive documentation to demonstrate compliance. Contractors must also conduct SPRS score assessments to validate their cybersecurity posture and ensure timely reporting of any cyber incidents in accordance with DFARS and NIST guidelines, maintaining full traceability and accountability throughout the process. All activities under this subcontract must be completed within a strict five-day window, with proposals due by May 13, 2026, following the posting of the solicitation on May 8, 2026. The work falls under NAICS code 541611, indicating that the primary focus is on computer systems design services, specifically tailored to cybersecurity compliance. Performance is expected to support the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate’s mission, with no specific place of performance designated, allowing flexibility in execution as long as contractual obligations are met. Contractors must be prepared to operate under the stringent requirements of a defense subcontract, including rigorous documentation standards and incident response protocols.