Government Contractors Face Strict Rules
Working with the government means following their security rules. Miss one requirement and you could lose your contract. It’s that simple.
- Thousands in Costs: Getting CMMC-ready requires significant investment
- Contract Loss: Non-compliant companies cannot bid on federal work
- Growing Requirements: New rules added every year for contractors
Solution Builders Gets You Contract-Ready
We help contractors pass government audits and win more work. Our compliance experts know what agencies actually check during reviews.
- CMMC Ready: We prepare you for certification assessments.
- NIST Experts: We help you meet all 110 NIST 800-171 controls without the confusion.
- Win More Bids: Compliant companies get preference in contract awards.
A Comprehensive Approach to Government IT Compliance
Government work comes with pages of requirements. We translate them into real solutions that work for your business.
NIST 800-171 Compliance
The government wants 110 security controls if you handle their data. Most contractors don’t know where to start. We’ve done this before. We know which controls matter most and which ones auditors check first. Your systems get configured right the first time. No guessing, no hoping you got it right. We build what the government expects to see.
CMMC Certification Preparation
CMMC is coming whether you’re ready or not. Every defense contractor will need certification soon. Level 1 needs 17 controls. Level 2 needs 110. Level 3 gets even harder. We prepare your systems for the level you need. When the assessor shows up, you’ll pass. Your competitors who waited too long won’t even be able to bid.
FedRAMP and StateRAMP Support
Cloud services for government need special approval. FedRAMP for federal work. StateRAMP for state contracts. We handle the technical requirements while you focus on the business side. Your cloud services will meet government standards.
Incident Response Requirements
The government wants to know about breaches fast—72 hours fast. Miss that deadline and face serious consequences. We set up monitoring that catches problems immediately. We handle the reporting, so you meet the deadlines every time. No scrambling when time is running out.
Supply Chain Security
Your vendors can sink your compliance. One weak supplier and you fail the audit. We check every vendor touching government data. Their security becomes part of your security. We document the whole supply chain, so auditors see you take this seriously. Your contracts stay safe from vendor mistakes.
Classified Information Protection
Some contracts involve sensitive but unclassified data. Others touch classified systems. Both need special handling. We implement proper controls for your clearance level. Information stays in the right hands, and your facility meets inspection requirements. Security officers find what they expect to find.
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Benefits of Solution Builders’ Government IT Compliance
Government contracts pay well but come with strings attached. We handle the IT compliance strings so you can focus on delivery.
Keep Your Contracts
Stay compliant and keep the work you’ve earned.
Win New Business
Agencies prefer contractors who are already compliant.
Pass Every Audit
No more scrambling when reviewers show up.
Reduce Overhead
Compliance costs less than losing a contract.
Stay Current
Requirements change—we keep you updated.
Government IT Compliance Features
Our ThnAir™ platform tracks every government requirement you face. Changes to NIST controls? We know about them. New CMMC rules? Already handled. You get one system managing all your compliance needs.
Our help desk support runs 24/7/365 because government work never stops. Your account manager speaks both government and plain English. They translate confusing requirements into clear action items.
FAQs
Government IT Compliance FAQs
Requirements & Standards
What is NIST 800-171?
NIST 800-171 lists 110 security rules for protecting government data. Every contractor handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) must follow these rules. This includes basic things like passwords and complex things like system auditing. Miss any of these controls and you can’t work on federal contracts. We implement all 110 controls properly.
How is CMMC different from NIST?
CMMC proves you actually follow NIST rules instead of just saying you do. You need an outside assessor to check your systems and certify your compliance. Without certification, you can’t bid on defense contracts. The deadline keeps moving, but it’s coming soon. Smart contractors prepare now, while others wait.
Do state contracts have different requirements?
Yes, states have their own rules beyond federal standards. Minnesota wants certain security controls. Wisconsin has different ones. Some states follow NIST closely, while others created completely new requirements. We track rules for all 50 states so your business stays compliant everywhere you work.
Audits & Contracts
What happens during a government compliance audit?
Auditors review your policies, check your systems, and test your controls. They interview staff about security practices. They want to see documentation for everything. We prepare all materials in advance. When auditors ask questions, you have answers ready. Most of our clients pass without findings.
Will compliance help us win more contracts?
Absolutely. Agencies score compliance in their evaluations. Compliant contractors get preference in awards. Some contracts require compliance just to bid. Your win rate goes up when you check all the boxes. Plus, you can bid on higher-value contracts that non-compliant companies can’t touch.
Implementation & Costs
How long does government compliance take?
Basic NIST compliance takes 60-90 days for most contractors. CMMC preparation adds another month. Complex multi-location groups might need six months total. We start with the critical controls that auditors check first. Full compliance rolls out based on your contract deadlines.
Can we implement controls gradually?
Yes, but be careful. You can self-attest to following NIST while building controls, but false attestation brings serious penalties. We create a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) with real deadlines. This shows a good-faith effort during implementation. Agencies accept gradual progress with proper documentation.
Let’s work together and eliminate your IT Headaches
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