CMMC 2.0 Compliance · Serving WA · OR · ID · MT
CMMC Compliance for DoD Contractors:
Real Controls, Not Paperwork
inTech Consulting helps Pacific Northwest defense contractors achieve CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 readiness through gap assessments, SPRS scoring, SSP/POA&M documentation, continuous monitoring, and C3PAO preparation. Typical CMMC Level 2 readiness engagements run $25,000 to $75,000 over 6 to 18 months depending on your current maturity. C3PAO assessment fees are separate and paid directly to the assessor.
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What Is CMMC 2.0 Compliance?
CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) 2.0 is the Department of Defense's required cybersecurity standard for any company that handles Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in the defense supply chain. As of September 3, 2026, under DARS Class Deviation 2026-O0025 Revision 3, CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 can be satisfied by self-assessment, and third-party C3PAO assessment is not being designated in new DoD solicitations. No date has been set for third-party assessment returning. The underlying NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 controls and DFARS 252.204-7012 obligations are unchanged, so self-assessment, SSP and POA&M documentation, and SPRS scoring are all still required.
CMMC 2.0 has three levels:
- Level 1 (Foundational). 17 basic security practices. Self-assessment required annually. For contractors handling FCI only.
- Level 2 (Advanced). 110 security controls from NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2. Third-party assessment by a C3PAO every 3 years is the program's design, but under DARS Class Deviation 2026-O0025 Revision 3, issued September 3, 2026, Level 2 can currently be satisfied by self-assessment. NIST 800-171 self-assessment and SPRS scoring remain required.
- Level 3 (Expert). 110+ controls from NIST 800-171 plus a subset of NIST 800-172. Government-led assessment. For the highest-risk contractors.
inTech Consulting has extensive experience guiding manufacturers, aerospace suppliers, and other defense contractors, including businesses supplying Boeing's Renton and Everett facilities and contractors supporting Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Naval Station Everett, through CMMC 2.0 compliance across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.
Who It's For
Does Your Business Need CMMC Certification?
✓ You Likely Need CMMC
- You're a prime contractor or subcontractor with the Department of Defense (now Department of War)
- You handle Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
- You're a manufacturer or aerospace supplier feeding Boeing's Renton or Everett facilities, or the broader DoD supply chain
- You supply Joint Base Lewis-McChord or Naval Station Everett contractors and subcontractors
- Your DoD contracts include DFARS 252.204-7012 or CMMC clauses
- You're losing bids because you can't attest to CMMC compliance
- You're planning to pursue DoD contracts in the next 12–24 months
✕ You Probably Don't Need CMMC
- You have no DoD contracts or connection to the defense supply chain
- Your business is purely commercial with no federal customers
- You need other compliance frameworks like HIPAA or SOC 2 — see Compliance & Risk
- You're outside the Pacific Northwest region
Why Certification Matters
Why Your MSP's CMMC Status Is Your Problem Too
When you choose an MSP for CMMC-adjacent work, their operational discipline becomes part of your compliance perimeter. That is flow-down, and it is where most contractors get burned. An MSP without a rigorous, documented security program isn't just a gap on a checklist. It's an audit finding waiting to happen, a stalled contract award, and in worst cases, a False Claims Act exposure.
inTech Consulting builds every client engagement, including our own internal environment, against the same NIST SP 800-171 control set your assessor will test against. That means:
- Reduced flow-down risk.Your assessor sees a partner who lives inside this framework daily, not an unknown variable.
- Faster audit cycles.We know what a C3PAO evaluation looks for, because we run our clients through the same evidence-gathering process every day.
- Operational fluency.Every recommendation we make has been pressure-tested against the framework in a real client environment first.
For aerospace, defense, and manufacturing clients pursuing or maintaining CMMC, working with a disciplined, framework-fluent MSP isn't a nice-to-have. It's the cleanest path to a defensible compliance posture.
What's Included
The Complete CMMC Compliance Program
Everything you need to pass a C3PAO assessment and maintain ongoing compliance.
CMMC Gap Assessment
Comprehensive assessment of your current environment against all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls. You receive a written gap analysis, SPRS self-assessment score, and prioritized remediation roadmap.
SSP & POA&M Documentation
System Security Plan and Plan of Action & Milestones, the core documents every CMMC assessor will examine. We build audit-ready documentation aligned to your actual environment.
Technical Control Implementation
Deploy the technical controls CMMC requires: MFA, EDR, encryption, audit logging, access control, vulnerability management, and CUI handling procedures.
CUI Enclave Architecture
Design and deploy segregated CUI enclaves that isolate sensitive defense information from your general network, including guardrails for AI tools that could otherwise leak CUI. Reduces your CMMC scope and assessment cost dramatically.
Policies & Staff Training
CMMC-aligned policies, procedures, and incident response plans. Security awareness training for all staff with documented completion, required evidence for your assessment.
C3PAO Assessment Support
We coordinate with your C3PAO (CMMC Third Party Assessor Organization), prepare evidence packages, and support your team through the actual assessment, so you're never facing the assessor alone.
Our Proven Framework
How We Get Defense Contractors CMMC Ready
A proven 4-phase CMMC methodology tuned for Pacific Northwest defense contractors. Most Level 2 programs run 6 to 18 months end to end.
Gap Assessment & SPRS
Month 1. Full assessment against all 110 NIST 800-171 controls, SPRS scoring, CUI data flow mapping, and a written remediation roadmap with realistic timelines.
Remediate & Document
The longest phase, and the one that sets your total timeline. Deploy technical controls, build the CUI enclave, develop SSP/POA&M documentation, implement policies, and train staff. Evidence collection begins here.
Pre-Assessment Readiness
The final 2 to 3 months. Mock assessment to identify remaining gaps, evidence package preparation, C3PAO selection support, and team interview coaching before the real assessment.
Assessment & Maintain
Support through assessment if and when one is required, then continuous monitoring, annual SPRS score updates, and annual affirmations. SPRS status gates award, option exercise, and period of performance extension, so this phase does not end.
Representative Example
How CMMC Readiness Could Take A PNW Manufacturer From SPRS Score -32 To Level 2 Ready
Illustrative example based on typical CMMC Level 2 readiness engagements. Not a specific client.
Industry
Defense Manufacturing
Company Size
85 employees
Goal
SPRS +110
The Challenge
An 85-person Pacific Northwest defense manufacturer is at serious risk of losing $3M in annual DoD contracts. Their prime contractor has notified them that CMMC Level 2 certification will soon be required for contract renewal. An initial SPRS self-assessment comes back at -32 out of 110, meaning most required controls are missing. Leadership in this position often considers whether to exit the defense market entirely rather than invest in compliance.
How A CMMC Readiness Engagement Would Help
A CMMC readiness program for a manufacturer in this position typically runs 9 to 12 months and includes:
- CUI Enclave Design. A segregated network enclave that isolates defense work, dramatically reducing CMMC assessment scope.
- 110 Control Implementation. MFA, EDR, encryption, audit logging, and access controls deployed across the enclave.
- SSP & POA&M. Audit-ready documentation built and aligned to actual operations.
- Staff Training & Mock Assessment. Employees trained on CUI handling, with a full mock assessment run before engaging a C3PAO.
What Manufacturers In This Position Typically See
Manufacturers who complete a program like this commonly see:
- SPRS scores improving from deeply negative to a perfect self-assessment score
- Existing DoD contracts preserved, with the business positioned to bid on additional work
- A CUI enclave that reduces assessment scope by roughly 70%, lowering ongoing compliance costs
- New contracts won as CMMC readiness becomes a differentiator against non-compliant competitors
Facing a CMMC Level 2 deadline from a prime contractor? Book a free 30-minute consultation and we'll talk through your SPRS score and timeline.
Transparent Pricing
How Much Does CMMC Certification Cost?
CMMC readiness engagements from inTech Consulting typically cost $25,000 to $75,000 depending on your target level, company size, and current maturity. Level 1 readiness sits toward the lower end of that range, since it only requires self-assessment. Level 2 readiness spans the full range and includes gap assessment, SPRS scoring, CUI enclave design, SSP/POA&M documentation, technical control implementation, staff training, and assessment support. After readiness is achieved, ongoing compliance monitoring runs $1,500 to $5,000 per month.
The C3PAO assessment is a separate cost paid directly to the assessor, not to inTech. Fees can run upwards of $40,000 depending on the number of locations, headcount, and the size of your CUI enclave. inTech is not a C3PAO and does not perform assessments. As of September 3, 2026, under DARS Class Deviation 2026-O0025 Revision 3, third-party C3PAO assessment is not being designated in new DoD solicitations and no date has been set for its return.
💡 DoD contract value consideration: Even the higher-end CMMC engagement cost is typically less than 1 to 2% of one year's DoD contract revenue. For most contractors, the math on CMMC investment versus lost contracts is very clear.
Pricing Goes Higher When:
- Your SPRS score starts deeply negative
- The environment includes complex legacy systems
- Large volumes of CUI span many systems
- Timelines are accelerated due to contract deadlines
Pricing Goes Lower When:
- A CUI enclave reduces assessment scope dramatically
- You're already a managed IT or cybersecurity client
- Existing security controls carry over from other frameworks
- The environment is standardized and cloud-based
Need a precise CMMC quote? Book a free CMMC gap assessment
Why inTech Consulting
Why Defense Contractors Trust inTech For CMMC
Deep CMMC Experience
We've guided manufacturers, aerospace suppliers, and defense contractors across WA, OR, ID, and MT through CMMC 2.0 readiness, from gap assessments to SPRS scoring to C3PAO assessment day.
MBE & PWSBE Certified Through OMWBE
inTech Consulting is a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certified through OMWBE, the Washington State Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises, and also holds Public Works Small Business Enterprise (PWSBE) certification. For DoD primes and aerospace suppliers with supplier-diversity requirements, that is a procurement-relevant credential, not a badge.
CUI Enclave Specialists
We're experts at designing CUI enclaves that reduce CMMC assessment scope by up to 70%, saving you money on assessment costs and ongoing compliance.
C3PAO Coordination
We have established relationships with multiple C3PAOs and help you select the right one. During your assessment, we coordinate directly with the assessor so your team isn't navigating it alone.
90-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Zero-risk engagement. If you're not confident in our CMMC program within 90 days, we refund 100% of your fees. No lock-in, no clawback, no argument.
PNW-Based Team
Our CMMC specialists are based in the Pacific Northwest. We come onsite to manufacturing floors, aerospace facilities, and defense supplier offices across WA, OR, ID, and MT.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About CMMC 2.0
How long does CMMC Level 2 readiness take?
A typical CMMC Level 2 readiness program takes 6 to 18 months from kickoff to assessment readiness, depending on where your environment starts. Month 1 is gap assessment and SPRS scoring. Remediation follows: deploying technical controls, building CUI enclaves, and developing SSP/POA&M documentation. That phase is what drives the range, since it depends entirely on how much has to be built. Pre-assessment readiness, including mock assessments, takes the final 2 to 3 months. Businesses starting from a deeply negative SPRS score sit at the top of the range. Under DARS Class Deviation 2026-O0025 Revision 3, issued September 3, 2026, the finish line is currently a Level 2 self-assessment posted to SPRS, but the 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls you must meet have not changed.
How much does CMMC Level 2 readiness cost for a 50-person manufacturer?
A 50-person Pacific Northwest defense manufacturer typically invests $25,000 to $75,000 with inTech for a full CMMC Level 2 readiness program, including gap assessment, SPRS scoring, CUI enclave design, SSP/POA&M documentation, technical control implementation, staff training, and assessment support. Where you land in that range depends on your current maturity. The C3PAO assessment is a separate cost paid directly to the assessor and can run upwards of $40,000 depending on locations, headcount, and enclave size. inTech is not a C3PAO and does not perform assessments. Ongoing compliance monitoring after readiness runs $1,500 to $5,000 per month.
What's the difference between CMMC Level 1 and Level 2?
CMMC Level 1 requires the 15 basic safeguarding requirements in FAR 52.204-21 and applies to contractors handling only Federal Contract Information (FCI). It is self-assessed annually. CMMC Level 2 requires all 110 security controls from NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 and applies to contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Level 2 is designed around a third-party C3PAO assessment every 3 years, but under DARS Class Deviation 2026-O0025 Revision 3, issued September 3, 2026, Level 2 can currently be satisfied by self-assessment. SPRS reporting and annual affirmations remain required at both levels, and DCMA can run its own assessment at any time. Most defense contractors handling any sensitive technical data need Level 2, since Level 1 alone is rarely sufficient for serious DoD work.
Do I need CMMC if I only have one DoD contract?
Yes. If that DoD contract includes the CMMC clause, or you handle FCI or CUI under it, the obligation applies regardless of contract size. Under DARS Class Deviation 2026-O0025 Revision 3, that obligation is currently met by self-assessment rather than a third-party C3PAO assessment, which means the SPRS score you post is your own attestation. You do not have to bring your entire business into CMMC scope. We design CUI enclaves that segregate your defense work from the rest of your operations, dramatically reducing the scope, cost, and complexity of CMMC compliance. Many of our clients have just one DoD contract and still carry the full obligation.
What is SPRS and why does my score matter?
The Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) is the DoD's database for contractor cybersecurity assessment results. Every DoD contractor subject to DFARS 252.204-7012 must have a current NIST SP 800-171 assessment score in SPRS, no more than 3 years old under DFARS 252.204-7019, and CMMC adds an annual affirmation of continued compliance. Scores range from -203 (worst) to +110 (best). Prime contractors can see your SPRS score, and they increasingly refuse to work with subcontractors who have negative scores. A strong SPRS score is not just about CMMC readiness. It is a contract qualification requirement in the defense supply chain, and SPRS status still gates award, option exercise, and period of performance extension.
Does inTech perform the C3PAO assessment?
No. inTech is a CMMC readiness provider, not a C3PAO, and does not perform assessments. CMMC rules under 32 CFR Part 170 bar a C3PAO from assessing a company it has also provided consulting services to, so readiness and assessment stay with separate organizations. inTech prepares your environment and documentation, and an authorized C3PAO (CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization) performs any third-party assessment. Under DARS Class Deviation 2026-O0025 Revision 3, issued September 3, 2026, DoD solicitations currently accept a Level 2 self-assessment, and no date has been set for third-party assessment to return. We have established relationships with multiple C3PAOs and coordinate with the one you select. This separation protects the independence of the assessment.
CMMC Compliance Across the Pacific Northwest
inTech Consulting guides defense contractors and manufacturers through CMMC 2.0 compliance throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana:
Seattle · Tacoma · Bellevue · Renton · Kent · Auburn · Everett · Portland · Hillsboro · Beaverton · Idaho Falls · Great Falls
CMMC Resources
CMMC Insights for Pacific Northwest Defense Suppliers
Does the New CMMC Class Deviation Give You Until November 2028?
What DARS Class Deviation 2026-O0025 Revision 3 actually changed, and what it did not.
Your Prime Contract Did Not Pause
Why primes keep enforcing CMMC on their own authority, and what that means for your SPRS score.
How CUI Scoping Cuts Your CMMC Level 2 Cost
Where the boundary goes, what a CUI enclave removes from scope, and why it drives the total.
CMMC Level 2 vs. NIST 800-171: What's the Difference?
The overlap, the gaps, and why implementing 800-171 is not the same as being assessed against it.
If you are reading this, a prime contractor or a contracting officer probably just told you something about CMMC, NIST 800-171, or DFARS 252.204-7012, and now your weekend is ruined. We get it. Most Pacific Northwest aerospace suppliers we work with had the same Friday afternoon.
The good news is that CMMC is not exotic. The 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls are the same 110 controls smart MSPs have been recommending for a decade. The work is real. The path is well-mapped. The timeline is 6 to 18 months for most businesses pursuing Level 2 readiness, depending on your starting point.
We are inTech Consulting, headquartered at 524 W Meeker St, Ste 2 in Kent, Washington, serving defense contractors across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Our team has guided dozens of Pacific Northwest manufacturers and defense contractors through CMMC, SPRS submissions, POA&Ms, and full third-party assessments. This page tells you what to expect, what it costs, and what we will not promise.