Last updated: August 1, 2026
Check the contract first
The solicitation and contract determine the applicable clauses, information type, CMMC level, and assessment requirement. Public summaries are useful orientation, but they do not override contract language or current government guidance.
Official source library
DoD CMMC program overviewCurrent implementation status, levels, assessment cadence, and affirmation.CMMC resources and documentationOfficial models, scoping guides, assessment guides, and supporting material.FAR 52.204-21Basic safeguarding of covered contractor information systems.DFARS 252.204-7012Safeguarding covered defense information and cyber incident reporting.Supplier Performance Risk SystemThe government system used for applicable assessment score submissions.NARA CUI RegistryCategories, markings, safeguarding authorities, and handling guidance for CUI.NIST CUI publicationsThe official collection of current CUI security and assessment publications.NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3Current NIST security requirements for protecting CUI in nonfederal systems.NIST SP 800-171A Revision 3Assessment procedures for the Revision 3 security requirements.NIST SP 1318A small business primer for the NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3 requirements.
CMMCPulsar guides
CMMC levels and readinessUnderstand Level 1, Level 2, current implementation status, and workflow.NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3 guideLearn about scope, control families, evidence, and assessment procedures.Frequently asked questionsClear answers about scope, evidence, exports, privacy, and product use.
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