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Note: Our Authorized and Progressing Lists are now unified under the Program Participants List.
Locate your organization’s annual revenue range.
Determine the appropriate GovRAMP membership tier required for participation.
Each row reflects a stage within the GovRAMP Security Program.
Fees vary based on revenue tier, membership, and program status.
This page provides an overview of the fees associated with participation in the GovRAMP Security Program.
Organizations can use this information to understand applicable costs based on annual revenue and program participation level.
Membership dues are paid directly to StateRAMP Inc. dba GovRAMP and support program operations, resources, and member services. All membership fees are due annually on June 1.
All security program-related fees are paid to RAMPQuest, the contracted Program Management Office responsible for administering assessments and ongoing program activities.
The GovRAMP Security Program provides a structured, scalable path for service providers to demonstrate and validate their security posture. RAMPQuest serves as the contracted GovRAMP Program Management Office (PMO) and services the security program.
Whether you are assessing your current maturity or working toward full verification, the program is designed to meet you where you are.
GovRAMP Security Snapshot is a 12‑month assessment that evaluates a cloud product’s security maturity using the top 40 NIST controls, helping providers improve security while giving governments a quick view of risk.
GovRAMP Progressing Security Snapshot is an ongoing assessment that evaluates a cloud product’s security maturity using the top 40 NIST controls, helping providers continuously improve security while giving governments an evolving view of risk.
GovRAMP Core Verification is a 12‑month PMO‑validated assessment of 60 NIST controls, confirming baseline security maturity through required documentation and quarterly continuous monitoring.
GovRAMP Ready Verification is a 12‑month status based on an independent 3PAO assessment of 80 NIST controls, with PMO validation, confirming baseline security maturity through required documentation, monthly continuous monitoring, and an annual assessment.
GovRAMP Authorized/Provisional Verification is a 12‑month status based on an independent 3PAO assessment of 300+ NIST controls, with PMO validation, confirming baseline security maturity through required documentation, monthly continuous monitoring, and an annual assessment.
Participation in the GovRAMP ecosystem requires an active membership.
Memberships renew annually on June 1
Tier selection determines access to member resources, participation opportunities, and engagement within the GovRAMP community
Total cost will vary depending on an organization’s size and stage within the program.
Organizations may incur:
Annual membership dues
Assessment-related fees based on program stage
Ongoing continuous monitoring fees, where applicable
| Program Stage | Annual Member Dues Paid to GovRAMP |
Annual PMO Fees Paid to RAMPQuest |
Total Annual Cost |
| Single Security Snapshot | $500 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Progressing Security Snapshot | $500 | $9,000 | $9,500 |
| Core | $500 | $10,000 | $10,500 |
| Ready* | $500 | $3,500 | $4,000 |
| Authorized/Provisional* | $500 | $4,500 | $5,000 |
* Program stages marked with an asterisk require a Third-Party Assessment Organization (3PAO) assessment. Associated 3PAO costs are not included and should be considered separately.
Pricing reflects the lowest available membership tier. Additional membership levels with expanded benefits are available at higher price points.
| Program Stage | Annual Member Dues Paid to GovRAMP |
Annual PMO Fees Paid to RAMPQuest |
Total Annual Cost |
| Single Security Snapshot | $1,500 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Progressing Security Snapshot | $1,500 | $12,000 | $13,500 |
| Core | $1,500 | $13,000 | $14,500 |
| Ready* | $1,500 | $8,500 | $10,000 |
| Authorized/Provisional* | $1,500 | $11,000 | $12,500 |
* Program stages marked with an asterisk require a Third-Party Assessment Organization (3PAO) assessment. Associated 3PAO costs are not included and should be considered separately.
Pricing reflects the lowest available membership tier. Additional membership levels with expanded benefits are available at higher price points.
| Program Stage | Annual Member Dues Paid to GovRAMP |
Annual PMO Fees Paid to RAMPQuest |
Total Annual Cost |
| Single Security Snapshot | $1,500 | $2,500 | $4,000 |
| Progressing Security Snapshot | $1,500 | $19,200 | $20,700 |
| Core | $1,500 | $21,000 | $22,500 |
| Ready* | $1,500 | $15,750 | $17,250 |
| Authorized/Provisional* | $1,500 | $19,500 | $21,000 |
* Program stages marked with an asterisk require a Third-Party Assessment Organization (3PAO) assessment. Associated 3PAO costs are not included and should be considered separately.
Pricing reflects the lowest available membership tier. Additional membership levels with expanded benefits are available at higher price points.
Note: PMO Fees may be subject to annual increases, not to exceed the published Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) annual percentage rate listed in June each year. Should there be any price adjustments, the PMO will notify the Board of Directors no later than September 1 of the year preceding the adjustment. Notifications of any price increases will be posted on the GovRAMP website no later than October 1, with an effective date being January 1 of the following year. If the PMO’s requested price increases exceed those percentages outlined in the BLS for June of the current year, further Board approval shall be required prior to the increase.
Approved by the Board of Directors on November 1, 2024.
If you have questions about membership, program participation, or how to interpret the pricing outlined above, the GovRAMP team is available to provide clarification.
Organizations may reach out to discuss their specific circumstances, including revenue classification, program stage alignment, or general participation requirements.