Cybersecurity Compliance & CMMC Assessment Support

The contract seeks a subcontractor to provide third-party support for achieving CMMC Level 2 readiness, with a focus on aligning cybersecurity practices with NIST SP 800-171 standards and preparing comprehensive documentation to meet compliance requirements. The selected provider will be responsible for guiding the organization through the entire readiness process, including policy development, control implementation, gap analysis, and internal audit preparation. This effort is critical to ensuring the organization meets the strict security controls mandated for handling controlled unclassified information under the Defense Department's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification framework. In addition to documentation and alignment support, the subcontractor must coordinate directly with an accredited C3PAO to facilitate the official CMMC assessment and certification process. The work will be performed at the specified place of performance in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a response deadline of August 13, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 541611 for management consulting services and is issued by the Department of Defense’s Active Devices Division, indicating the work is mission-critical for defense contractors undergoing CMMC compliance. The subcontractor must demonstrate proven experience in CMMC readiness, NIST 800-171 implementation, and direct engagement with C3PAOs to successfully fulfill the requirements.