Google Workspace for Government
by Google
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
enterprise
Authorization Date: March 25, 2021 | Sponsoring Agency: GSA
Overview
Google Workspace for Government provides FedRAMP Moderate authorized email, calendar, video conferencing, and document collaboration tools. It includes Gmail, Google Meet, Drive, Docs, and other productivity tools within a compliant boundary. The platform leverages Google AI for smart compose, grammar suggestions, and search.
Key Features
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Google Workspace Government for email and collaboration when they prefer Google productivity tools and their data classification requires FedRAMP Moderate authorization.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Google Workspace for Government?
Google Workspace for Government is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2021-03-25 sponsored by GSA. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Google Workspace for Government for CUI?
Google Workspace for Government is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate baseline. While FedRAMP Moderate covers a broad range of government data, defense contractors handling CUI should carefully evaluate whether Moderate controls meet their specific DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST 800-171 requirements. Some CUI categories may require FedRAMP High authorization depending on the sensitivity of the data and contract requirements.
How does Google Workspace for Government pricing compare to commercial?
Google Workspace for Government government pricing is typically negotiated on an enterprise basis and may differ from commercial list prices. Government and defense contractor pricing often includes compliance overhead that can make it 15-30% higher than commercial equivalents. However, volume discounts, GSA Schedule pricing, and multi-year commitments can help offset these costs. Contact Google directly or check GSA Advantage for current government pricing.
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