Cybersecurity Compliance and CMMC Assessment Support

The contract seeks to secure services for conducting Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2 assessments, either through self-assessment or via an authorized third-party assessment organization, to ensure compliance with the Department of Defense’s requirements for protecting covered defense information as mandated by DFARS 252.204-7012. The scope is focused on supporting subcontractors in meeting rigorous cybersecurity standards necessary to handle sensitive defense data, emphasizing adherence to NIST SP 800-171 controls and proper documentation of security practices. This subcontract opportunity, issued under NAICS code 541512 by the Department of Defense’s ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV, is open for response through August 8, 2026, with an initial posting date of August 5, 2026. The services are critical for entities operating within the defense supply chain that must demonstrate compliance to maintain eligibility for contracts involving controlled unclassified information. While no specific location is defined for performance, the requirement applies broadly to contractors handling covered defense information, and successful providers must possess the technical expertise and official authorization to execute CMMC Level 2 assessments accurately and in alignment with federal cybersecurity frameworks.