The document outlines that all new government opportunities, including modifications to existing awards, require a NIST score for compliance. Recipients and subrecipients must implement NIST SP 800-171 security standards and must have a current Basic NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment, not older than three years, unless specified otherwise in the solicitation. Access to the NIST SP 800-171 Assessments module is available through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), and users must be registered and approved for access to the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Guidance for conducting the NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment is provided in the referenced methodology link. Questions regarding these requirements can be directed to specified contacts at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This document underscores the federal emphasis on cybersecurity compliance in government contracts and grants, ensuring that organizations possess adequate security measures to protect sensitive information.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is soliciting Statements of Interest (SOI) for a cooperative project titled "Coastal Riverine Fish Dynamics and Marsh-Mangrove Habitat Use in Shark River Slough, Florida." This initiative requires applicants to belong to specific Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) regions, focusing on fish dynamics in relation to restoration efforts under the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP). Approximately $155,000 is allocated for a 12-month base period, with potential follow-on funding. The project aims to monitor fish populations in the marsh-mangrove ecotone, assessing how hydrological changes impact species movement and community structure. Key tasks include fish sampling, analysis, and reporting to contribute to strategic management and restoration evaluations. Interested parties must demonstrate qualifications and submit their SOI by April 21, 2025. The collaboration emphasizes substantial involvement from USACE in project design, implementation, and analysis, while ensuring that the findings support wider ecological restoration goals. The project seeks to enhance the understanding of fish dynamics crucial for maintaining healthy ecosystems and promoting recreational fishing in South Florida.