08/29/2026
CMMC Phase II may be paused, but defense contractors still have work to do. DFARS clauses, NIST 800-171 self-assessments, SPRS scores, and prime flow-downs can still shape whether you're ready for the next contract conversation. Here's a plain-English look at what changed, what didn't, and how to keep moving without overreacting.
CMMC Phase II is paused, but DFARS, NIST 800-171, SPRS scores, and prime flow-downs may still apply. Here's what defense suppliers should do.