Sponsored by GSA Ready Now
GSA Gap Assessment Grant
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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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?
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Who Is This For?
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
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.
Apply for GSA Gap Assessment Grant
GSA Gap Assessment Grant Application Form
Please provide accurate information about your organization. All fields are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the GSA CUI Gap Assessment 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.
What is a GSA CUI Gap Assessment?
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.
How much does this cost?
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.
What are the 9 GSA showstopper controls?
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.
What is the difference between this and a full compliance engagement?
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.
How long does the assessment take?
The assessment typically takes 1-2 weeks depending on your organization’s size and complexity.
Who sponsors this grant?
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.