What is DFARS 7021?

DFARS 252.204-7021 Explained

DFARS 252.204-7021 is the clause that brings CMMC requirements into covered DoD contracts. When this clause appears in a solicitation or contract, it means the contractor must have the required CMMC level for the systems used to process, store, or transmit Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). 

DFARS 7021 is important because it makes CMMC a contract requirement, not just a future goal. It affects whether a contractor is eligible for award and whether the company can continue performing work under the contract if the required CMMC status is not maintained.

It is also important to understand that DFARS 7021 does not replace DFARS 7012. DFARS 7012 remains the core safeguarding and incident reporting requirement, while DFARS 7021 adds the CMMC requirement on top of that foundation. Together, they help define both the security controls a contractor must have and the assessment status needed for covered DoD work.  Further information regarding DFARS 

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