Acquisition
FAR 52.204-21
The FAR clause requiring basic safeguarding of Federal Contract Information on contractor systems. Specifies 15 security requirements aligned with CMMC Level 1.
Related Terms
FAR
The primary regulation governing all federal procurement, establishing uniform policies and procedures for acquiring supplies and services by executive agencies.
FCI
Information not intended for public release that is provided by or generated for the government under a contract to develop or deliver a product or service.
CMMC Level 1 (Foundational)
The basic CMMC tier requiring 17 cybersecurity practices for protecting Federal Contract Information. Allows annual self-assessment.