DFARS 252.204-7019 — Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements
Requires offerors on DoD solicitations involving CDI to have a current Basic, Medium, or High self-assessment score posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
When This Clause Applies
Included in solicitations expected to involve Covered Defense Information. Offerors without a current SPRS score are ineligible for award.
What This Means for Contractors
Contractors must complete a self-assessment using the NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Methodology and post the score in SPRS prior to award. Scores expire after 3 years and must be refreshed. Medium and High assessments are conducted by DoD personnel and override Basic self-assessments.
Common Pitfalls
- 1Not having a current SPRS score at the time of proposal
- 2Letting a score expire after 3 years
- 3Inflating the self-assessment score (False Claims Act risk)
- 4Confusing the DoD Assessment with CMMC certification (related but distinct)
Related Topics
Related Clauses
Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting
Requires DoD contractors and subcontractors handling Covered Defense Information (CDI) to implement NIST SP 800-171 security controls and report cyber incidents within 72 hours.
NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements
Contract clause version of the SPRS requirement — flows down to subcontractors and requires score updates during performance.
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Requirements
Implements the CMMC program — requires contractors handling FCI or CDI to achieve and maintain a CMMC certification at the level specified in the solicitation.
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