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C3PAO Assessment Defense Prep Checklist
Check off each item as you confirm it is in place. Your readiness score updates live. Items are organized by the order in which assessors typically evaluate them. Critical items must be complete before scheduling your C3PAO assessment.
⚠ Phase 2 Deadline: November 10, 2026
CMMC Phase 2 requires mandatory C3PAO certification for Level 2 contracts beginning November 10, 2026. C3PAO lead times are currently 3–6 months. If you intend to pursue C3PAO certification before Phase 2, you should be in active preparation now.
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Overall Preparedness
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Remaining
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Critical Gaps
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Recommended Preparation Timeline
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Gap Analysis
180+ days out
2
Remediation
120–180 days
3
Evidence Package
90–120 days
4
C3PAO Selected
60–90 days
5
Scoping Call
30 days out
6
Assessment
Assessment week
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Assessment-Ready Posture Achieved
You have completed all items in this checklist. Consider scheduling your C3PAO assessment and requesting a Readiness Consultation with Globe-America for a final pre-assessment review.
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This checklist is based on CMMC Assessment Guide Level 2 v2.13, NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2, NIST SP 800-171A, and DFARS 252.204-7012/7021. It is intended as a preparation aid and does not guarantee C3PAO assessment outcomes. Requirements may vary based on your specific contract, system scope, and C3PAO methodology. Globe-America Consulting is a CMMC Registered Practitioner Organization. This tool is free and does not constitute a formal assessment. © 2026 Globe-America Consulting Inc. — Fort Worth, TX.