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CMMC Gap Assessment Grant for Professional Services (CPAs, Legal) ($5,000 In-Kind)

Know exactly where your machine shop stands against all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls. Our grant funded gap assessment gives you full visibility into your compliance posture so you can protect CUI drawings and ITAR technical data while maintaining competitive advantage in defense manufacturing.

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110

NIST SP 800-171 Controls Evaluated

14

Control Families Assessed

$5,000

In-kind grant value for qualified professional services firms

Recipient

This grant is designed for professional services firms and precision machining companies (5-50 employees) that handle CUI financial data and legal documents, technical specifications, and ITAR-controlled technical data in defense manufacturing. Recipients will receive a $5,000 in-kind comprehensive CMMC gap assessment service that includes vulnerability identification, risk assessment, and detailed remediation recommendations.

Included in This Grant

  • Full evaluation of all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls
  • Technical infrastructure review
  • Policy and procedure assessment
  • Operational practices evaluation
  • Gap identification across all 14 control families
  • Prioritized list of compliance gaps by severity
  • Clear picture of your current compliance posture

Not Included

  • Detailed written assessment report
  • C3PAO readiness preparation
  • Remediation roadmap
  • Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
  • These services are available as add-ons through Capital Cyber after your initial gap assessment is complete.

Who Is This For?

110

NIST SP 800-171 Controls Evaluated

14

Control Families Assessed

100%

Grant funded for qualified contractors

Who Is This For?

This grant is designed for professional services firms and precision machining companies that need to understand their CMMC compliance posture.

CNC Professional Servicess

Precision machining operations (5-50 employees) handling CUI drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation for defense contracts.

ITAR Technical Data

Shops working with ITAR-controlled technical data, defense-related manufacturing specifications, and export-controlled information.

Precision Manufacturing

Aerospace, defense, and automotive precision parts manufacturers that require CMMC Level 2 certification to maintain contract eligibility.

Defense Supply Chain

Machine shops in the defense industrial base that need to protect sensitive manufacturing processes and technical data from cyber threats.

How It Works

From application to assessment completion in four simple steps.

Apply Online

Complete the grant application form. We review eligibility based on your business size, industry, and compliance needs.

Grant Approval

Once approved, you are matched with a certified assessor who will coordinate the assessment timeline with your team.

Full Assessment

Your organization is evaluated against all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls covering infrastructure, policies, and practices.

Results & Next Steps

Receive your gap identification with prioritized findings. You will know exactly where you stand and what to focus on next.

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Application Form for Grant

Please provide accurate information about your organization. All fields are required.

We’ll review your application within 5-7 business days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the grant

A CMMC Gap Assessment evaluates your organization against all 110 security controls in NIST SP 800-171, which forms the foundation of CMMC Level 2. It identifies where you meet requirements and where gaps exist so you can plan your path to compliance.
This assessment is fully grant funded for qualifying small and medium-sized businesses. There is no cost to you for the gap assessment itself. Additional services such as remediation planning and C3PAO preparation are available separately.
This is a gap assessment, not a formal CMMC certification assessment. It evaluates your current posture and identifies gaps. A formal CMMC Level 2 assessment must be conducted by an authorized C3PAO. This grant gives you the visibility you need to prepare for that formal assessment.
The grant covers the assessment and gap identification, which is the critical first step. Detailed reporting, POA&M development, and remediation roadmaps require additional expertise and customization specific to your environment. These are available as add-on services through Capital Cyber.
The assessment typically takes 1 to 2 weeks depending on the size and complexity of your organization. Your team will need to be available for interviews and to provide access to documentation and systems.
CMMC Phase 2, which requires Level 2 certification for contracts involving CUI, is expected to take effect November 10, 2026. Starting your gap assessment now gives you the time needed to identify and close gaps before the deadline.

Ready to Know Where You Stand?

Apply for your grant-funded CMMC Gap Assessment today. Limited availability for qualifying professional services firms and precision machining companies.

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