Cybersecurity Compliance for Third-Party Assessors

The contract seeks qualified third-party assessors to conduct or support Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 assessments for organizations within the defense supply chain that handle controlled unclassified information. These assessments are critical for ensuring compliance with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements and validating that contractors implement appropriate safeguards to protect sensitive data. The work is tied to a subcontracting opportunity under the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense, with performance required at a designated location in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, 17050-2411. Assessments must align with CMMC Level 2 standards, which encompass a comprehensive set of security practices and processes designed to mitigate cyber threats targeting information systems in the defense industrial base. Interested parties must submit responses by the deadline of July 28, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 20, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 541612 identifies this as an information technology consulting service, indicating the need for specialized technical expertise in cybersecurity evaluation and compliance auditing. This opportunity does not specify a set-aside designation, so all eligible entities may respond, though the nature of the work demands proven experience in CMMC assessments and familiarity with defense-sector security protocols. The requirement will be managed through the DIBBS platform, and proposers are expected to demonstrate capability in performing objective, accredited evaluations across multiple subcontractor environments within the defense supply chain.