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GSA Gap Assessment Grant

$5,000 – In-Kind

GSA Gap Assessment Grants open on June 1st, 2026

You can apply now and secure your spot in the queue - applications will be reviewed and processed starting June 1st, 2026 on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Know exactly where your organization stands against all 97 NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 controls — including the 9 critical GSA showstopper requirements that have zero tolerance for exceptions.

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97

NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 Controls Evaluated

17

Control Families Assessed

100%

In-Kind Grant for qualified contractors

Recipient

This grant is designed for established organizations that hold or seek GSA schedule contracts and handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Recipients will receive a $5,000 in-kind comprehensive GSA CUI gap assessment service that evaluates compliance against all 97 NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 controls, identifies critical showstopper gaps, and provides a detailed report.

Included in This Grant

  • Full evaluation of all 97 NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 controls
  • Identification of 9 GSA showstopper controls
  • Technical infrastructure review
  • Policy and procedure assessment
  • Operational practices evaluation
  • Gap identification across all 17 control families
  • Prioritized compliance gap analysis by severity

Not Included

  • Detailed written assessment report (SSPP)
  • Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) setup
  • Remediation implementation
  • Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
  • These services are available through GSA Ready Now.

Who Is This For?

97

NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 Controls Evaluated

17

Control Families Assessed

100%

In-Kind Grant for qualified contractors

Who Is This For?

This grant is designed for small and medium-sized businesses that need to understand their GSA CUI compliance posture.

GSA Schedule Contractors

Organizations holding GSA schedule contracts that must comply with NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 requirements for handling CUI.

Small & Mid-Size Businesses

Federal contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information that lack internal compliance resources.

Government Contractors

Businesses pursuing or renewing federal contracts requiring demonstrated cybersecurity compliance with GSA standards.

Professional Services Firms

IT, consulting, and professional services companies in the federal supply chain that handle sensitive government data.

How It Works

From application to assessment completion in four simple steps.

Apply Online

Complete the grant application form. Review eligibility based on business size, industry, and GSA compliance needs.

Grant Approval

Once approved, matched with a certified GSA compliance assessor who coordinates your assessment timeline.

Full Assessment

Organization evaluated against all 97 NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 controls, including the 9 critical GSA showstopper requirements.

Results & Next Steps

Receive gap identification with prioritized findings showing exactly where you stand on GSA CUI compliance.

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GSA Gap Assessment Grant Application Form

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

Applications open — processing begins June 1st, 2026 Submit your application today to secure your place in line. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-serve basis once the grant program opens.
We’ll review your application within 5-7 business days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the grant

When does the GSA Gap Assessment Grant open?
GSA Gap Assessment Grants will be open starting June 1st, 2026. You can submit your application now to secure your spot in the queue, but applications will only be reviewed and processed starting June 1st, 2026 on a first-come, first-serve basis. Early applicants have the best chance of being selected.
A GSA CUI Gap Assessment evaluates your organization's security posture against all 97 controls in NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3. It identifies gaps in your compliance, with special focus on the 9 critical showstopper controls that GSA has zero tolerance for exceptions on.
The gap assessment is a $5,000 in-kind grant for qualifying small and medium-sized businesses. There is no out-of-pocket cost to the recipient.
GSA has identified 9 critical security controls from NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 that have zero tolerance for exceptions. Failure to meet any of these controls can result in loss of GSA authorization. The gap assessment specifically highlights your status on each of these controls.
This grant covers the initial gap assessment to identify where you stand. A full compliance engagement includes detailed reporting (SSPP), remediation implementation, managed security services, and ongoing compliance monitoring — available separately through GSA Ready Now.
The assessment typically takes 1-2 weeks depending on your organization's size and complexity.
This grant is sponsored by GSA Ready Now (gsareadynow.com), a compliance consulting firm specializing in helping federal contractors achieve and maintain NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 compliance for GSA contracts.

Ready to Know Where You Stand on GSA Compliance?

Apply for your $5,000 in-kind GSA CUI Gap Assessment Grant today. Limited availability for qualifying small and medium-sized federal contractors.

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