Unanet Bolsters GovCon Security with FedRAMP Equivalency Status

DULLES, Va. – January 14, 2026 – Unanet, a provider of AI-first enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, announced today that its ERP GovCon solution has achieved FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency, a significant milestone aimed at easing the complex cybersecurity compliance burden for government contractors. The achievement, validated by an independent Third-Party Assessment Organization (3PAO), provides contractors with a platform that meets the stringent security standards required for handling sensitive federal data.

This development comes as government contractors face mounting pressure to adhere to rigorous cybersecurity frameworks, most notably the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). By securing this equivalency, Unanet positions its flagship ERP as a critical tool for companies navigating the intricate landscape of federal regulations, enabling them to focus on project delivery rather than wrestling with compliance hurdles.

Navigating the Intricate Web of Federal Compliance

For businesses in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), compliance is not optional. Regulations like the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clause 252.204-7012 and the impending CMMC 2.0 framework mandate strict controls for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). A key part of this is ensuring that any cloud service provider (CSP) used to store, process, or transmit sensitive data meets federal security standards.

This is where the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) comes into play. FedRAMP standardizes security for cloud products across the federal government, based on the comprehensive NIST 800-53 control set. While full FedRAMP Authorization—which results in a listing on the official FedRAMP Marketplace—is the gold standard, the Department of Defense also recognizes "FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency."

This equivalency signifies that a cloud solution has implemented and validated 100% of the security controls required for the FedRAMP Moderate baseline, with no outstanding plans of action. The validation must be performed by an accredited 3PAO, providing a robust "body of evidence" that the platform is secure. Unanet's equivalency was confirmed through an independent assessment by ControlCase, a recognized 3PAO.

"ControlCase recognizes Unanet's achievement of FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency as a testament to their strong commitment to security and compliance," said Mike Jenner, CEO, ControlCase. "This milestone underscores Unanet's dedication to providing secure, reliable cloud solutions for the government contracting community."

A Direct Path to CMMC and DFARS Adherence

Unanet's achievement directly addresses the DFARS 252.204-7012 requirement that contractors use cloud services meeting a standard "equivalent to the FedRAMP Moderate baseline." By using Unanet's ERP GovCon, contractors can now more easily demonstrate their own compliance with this clause to government auditors.

The impact on CMMC certification is equally significant. CMMC Level 2, which will soon be a prerequisite for many DoD contracts, requires contractors to implement the 110 security controls from NIST SP 800-171. When a contractor uses a compliant cloud platform like Unanet's, they can "inherit" a substantial portion of these controls. This dramatically reduces the scope, cost, and complexity of their own CMMC assessment, as they do not need to build and validate those security measures from scratch. The documentation package produced during Unanet's assessment serves as direct evidence for their customers' audits.

Unanet emphasizes that its strategy involves managing the compliance journey directly and owning the technology stack end-to-end. This approach provides greater transparency and auditability compared to models where compliance is shared or outsourced, reducing risk for the contractor.

"Achieving FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency through a direct approach gives GovCons certainty that Unanet is a fully vested partner in the protection and continuous monitoring of their data and information," stated Chris Crowder, executive vice president of GovCon for Unanet. "This milestone reinforces our commitment to the federal contracting community and the security expectations our GovCon customers operate under every day."

A Strategic Move in a Competitive GovTech Market

This announcement places Unanet in a strong competitive position within the crowded GovCon ERP market. While major players like Oracle have achieved full FedRAMP High Authorization for their government cloud offerings, and key competitor Deltek announced "FedRAMP Ready" status for its Costpoint solution last year—a formal step toward authorization—Unanet's focus on "equivalency" carves out a specific niche. It directly targets the immediate compliance needs of small to mid-sized contractors who form a significant part of the defense supply chain.

By achieving equivalency, Unanet provides a solution that, while not formally listed on the FedRAMP marketplace, meets the explicit requirements laid out by the DoD for cloud providers used by its contractors. The company's decision to "own the compliance stack" is a key part of its value proposition, offering customers a clear line of sight into security controls and continuous monitoring activities, which can be a crucial advantage during government audits.

Building on a Foundation of Security

This latest milestone is not an isolated event but part of a broader, long-term security strategy for the Dulles-based software firm. Unanet's standard ERP GovCon solution already holds a SOC 2 Type II certification, an industry-standard attestation of a company's controls over security, availability, and confidentiality. Furthermore, the company has noted that several of its customers have already successfully passed CMMC Level 2 audits while using its platform, demonstrating its effectiveness in a real-world compliance context.

Looking ahead, Unanet is not resting on its laurels. The company announced it is actively pursuing FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency for its other key products, including its CRM GovCon, GovIntel, and ProposalAI solutions, with a target completion by the second half of 2026. This signals a deep investment in becoming a comprehensive, compliance-focused partner for the entire government contracting lifecycle, from business development to project execution and financial reporting.

"Unanet is focused on delivering the world-class solutions our customers need to thrive in today's dynamic government contracting environment," Crowder continued. "Our FedRAMP investment is a clear example of how we are helping customers to future-proof their project management operations."