Government institutions operate under the highest compliance burden on earth. A federal contracting officer cannot award a task order to a firm that lacks SAM.gov registration. A defense agency cannot share Controlled Unclassified Information with a contractor that has not implemented NIST SP 800-171. A state Medicaid program cannot contract with a language services provider that fails to meet HIPAA and Section 1557 requirements. An international development organization cannot partner with an entity that has not been screened against OFAC sanctions lists.
Ariana Nexus is building its government compliance architecture with the same discipline it applies to every domain — systematically, transparently, and to the standard that procurement officers, contracting officers, and security officials require. We do not claim what we have not earned. We document what we have built, disclose what is in progress, and publish the roadmap for what comes next.
Ariana Nexus delivers services across four categories relevant to government and public sector clients:
On-site, telephonic, and video interpretation for government agencies serving Afghan populations — immigration proceedings, refugee resettlement, public health programs, law enforcement encounters, social services, and constituent services. Coverage across all 24 Afghan languages.
Applicable regulations: FAR/DFARS (contract requirements), Executive Order 13166 (LEP access to federal programs), Section 1557 (healthcare language access), DOJ EOIR interpreter standards, state-specific interpreter qualification requirements.
Translation of government documents, legal proceedings transcripts, immigration filings, policy documents, public communications, and regulatory materials. All translations certified and produced by qualified translators with subject-matter expertise.
Applicable regulations: FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR (for defense and export-controlled content), court interpreter certification standards, state-specific notarization and certification requirements.
Training for government personnel on Afghan cultural protocols, community engagement, trauma-informed communication, and cross-cultural competency for agencies serving Afghan refugee, SIV, and diaspora populations.
Applicable regulations: Executive Order 13166, National CLAS Standards, agency-specific cultural competency requirements, USAID cultural awareness standards.
Validation, testing, and bias auditing of AI systems deployed by government agencies — including NLP systems for immigration processing, language identification, document analysis, and public communication — with focus on Afghan-language accuracy and cultural appropriateness.
Applicable regulations: NIST AI RMF, EO 14179 (replacing revoked EO 14110), OMB M-24-10 (under review per EO 14179), EU AI Act (for international government clients), agency-specific AI governance policies. Note: EO 14110 was revoked January 20, 2025; Ariana Nexus maintains AI governance practices as institutional best practice independent of the current federal executive posture.
The FAR governs the acquisition of supplies and services by executive agencies of the U.S. federal government. Ariana Nexus's compliance architecture addresses the following FAR requirements relevant to professional services contractors:
FAR 4.1102 — System for Award Management (SAM.gov) registration. Status: In Process — registration underway.
FAR 4.703 — Contractor records retention (3 years after final payment). Status: Compliant — retention schedule implemented.
FAR 52.204-13 — SAM.gov maintenance and updates. Status: In Process — will maintain upon registration.
FAR 52.204-21 — Basic safeguarding of covered contractor information systems (15 controls). Status: Aligned — controls implemented via M365 security stack.
FAR 52.204-25 — Prohibition on contracting for certain telecommunications. Status: Compliant — no prohibited equipment or services in use.
FAR 52.222-26 — Equal Opportunity. Status: Compliant — EEO policy in effect.
FAR 52.222-50 — Combating Trafficking in Persons. Status: Compliant — anti-trafficking policy in effect.
FAR 52.223-99 — Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols. Status: Compliant — safety protocols maintained.
FAR 52.232-40 — Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. Status: Will comply upon prime contract award.
For defense and intelligence community engagements, additional DFARS requirements apply:
DFARS 252.204-7008 — Compliance with safeguarding covered defense information controls. Status: Aligned — NIST 800-171 controls implemented.
DFARS 252.204-7012 — Safeguarding covered defense information and cyber incident reporting. Status: Aligned — 72-hour DC3 reporting commitment; IRP documented.
DFARS 252.204-7019 — NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment. Status: Roadmap — self-assessment planned for CMMC preparation.
DFARS 252.204-7020 — NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements. Status: Roadmap — medium assessment score target for 2027.
DFARS 252.204-7021 — CMMC Requirements. Status: Roadmap — Level 2 certification target 2027.
DFARS 252.225-7001 — Buy American and Balance of Payments. Status: Compliant — U.S.-based operations.
DFARS 252.239-7010 — Cloud Computing Services. Status: Aligned — M365 GCC evaluation for defense engagements.
NIST Special Publication 800-171 Rev. 2 establishes 110 security requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in nonfederal systems. Ariana Nexus has implemented controls across all 14 requirement families:
Access Control (AC) — 22 controls. Implemented — MFA, RBAC, Conditional Access, least privilege.
Awareness and Training (AT) — 3 controls. Implemented — security training at onboarding and annually.
Audit and Accountability (AU) — 9 controls. Implemented — M365 Unified Audit Log, Purview DLP logging.
Configuration Management (CM) — 9 controls. Aligned — Intune device configuration, baseline policies.
Identification and Authentication (IA) — 11 controls. Implemented — Entra ID, MFA, Conditional Access.
Incident Response (IR) — 3 controls. Implemented — documented and tested IRP.
Maintenance (MA) — 6 controls. Aligned — Intune patch management, device maintenance.
Media Protection (MP) — 9 controls. Implemented — BitLocker, Purview classification, destruction procedures.
Personnel Security (PS) — 2 controls. Implemented — vetting, NDAs, termination procedures.
Physical Protection (PE) — 6 controls. Aligned — cloud-native operations; physical security for devices.
Risk Assessment (RA) — 3 controls. Aligned — risk assessment conducted; VDP operational.
Security Assessment (CA) — 4 controls. Roadmap — formal SSP and POA&M in development.
System and Communications Protection (SC) — 16 controls. Implemented — TLS 1.2+, AES-256, FIPS-validated encryption.
System and Information Integrity (SI) — 7 controls. Implemented — Defender, Purview DLP, malware protection.
System Security Plan (SSP): Ariana Nexus is developing a formal System Security Plan documenting the implementation of all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls. Target completion: Q4 2026.
Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M): Controls not yet fully implemented are documented in a POA&M with remediation timelines and resource allocation. Target completion: Q4 2026.
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program establishes cybersecurity requirements for defense industrial base contractors. Ariana Nexus targets CMMC Level 2 certification:
FISMA requires federal agencies and their contractors to implement information security programs. Ariana Nexus's security architecture aligns with FISMA requirements through NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 control implementation (via NIST SP 800-171 as a subset) and continuous monitoring capabilities.
FedRAMP provides a standardized approach to security assessment and authorization for cloud service providers serving federal agencies. Ariana Nexus evaluates FedRAMP authorization as a long-term target for its planned cloud-based service offerings (Cultural Intelligence API, Data Platform, Orchestration OS):
SAM.gov (System for Award Management) — Status: In Process. Target: Q2 2026.
UEI (Unique Entity Identifier) — Status: In Process (via SAM.gov). Target: Q2 2026.
NAICS Codes (541930, 541611, 541990, 611430) — Status: Identified — will register in SAM.gov. Target: Q2 2026.
SBA 8(a) Business Development Program — Status: Application In Progress. Target: Q3 2026.
GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) — Status: Application In Progress. Target: Q4 2026 – Q1 2027.
OASIS+ Phase II (Continuous Enrollment) — Status: Roadmap — preparing documentation. Target: 2027.
SBA WOSB/EDWOSB — Status: Under Evaluation. Target: Q4 2026.
NMSDC MBE Certification — Status: Roadmap. Target: Q3 2026.
Virginia SWaM Certification — Status: Roadmap. Target: Q3 2026.
FedConnect Account — Status: Roadmap. Target: Q2 2026.
CMMC Level 2 Certification — Status: Roadmap. Target: 2027.
SOC 2 Type II — Status: Roadmap. Target: 2026–2027.
ISO 27001:2022 — Status: Roadmap. Target: 2027.
Ariana Nexus will register under the following North American Industry Classification System codes:
Ariana Nexus's Founder and CEO is an Afghan-American Cornell University graduate. Afghan heritage qualifies as a socially disadvantaged classification under the SBA 8(a) program (13 CFR § 124.103). The 8(a) program provides:
Status: Application in progress. Target certification: Q3 2026.
The GSA MAS contract provides pre-negotiated pricing and terms that allow federal agencies to purchase services directly without a separate procurement action. Ariana Nexus is applying for GSA MAS under the following Special Item Numbers (SINs):
Status: Application in progress. Target award: Q4 2026 – Q1 2027.
Where Ariana Nexus provides translation or interpretation services involving defense articles, defense services, or technical data controlled under the ITAR (22 CFR Parts 120–130), all personnel assigned to the engagement are screened for ITAR eligibility and all data handling follows ITAR requirements, including U.S. person access restrictions and prohibited country screening.
Current status: Ariana Nexus does not currently handle ITAR-controlled data. ITAR compliance procedures will be formalized as defense engagements develop. Target: 2027.
Where engagements involve items, software, or technology subject to the EAR (15 CFR Parts 730–774), Ariana Nexus implements export control screening and compliance procedures. Classification determination, license requirements, and prohibited destination/end-user screening are conducted prior to engagement acceptance.
Ariana Nexus conducts OFAC screening as a standard component of its onboarding and engagement acceptance processes:
Ariana Nexus maintains an Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Policy aligned with the FCPA (15 U.S.C. §§ 78dd-1 et seq.) and the UK Bribery Act 2010. All personnel receive anti-corruption training. Third-party due diligence is conducted for all engagements involving foreign government officials or entities.
Ariana Nexus targets state and local government engagements in jurisdictions with significant Afghan diaspora populations:
Virginia — eVA (Electronic Virginia). Status: Roadmap — Q2 2026.
Virginia — SWaM Certification (SBSD). Status: Roadmap — Q3 2026.
Maryland — eMMA (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage). Status: Roadmap — Q3 2026.
Maryland — MBE Certification. Status: Roadmap — Q3 2026.
District of Columbia — OCP (Office of Contracting and Procurement). Status: Roadmap — Q3 2026.
District of Columbia — CBE Certification (DSLBD). Status: Roadmap — Q3 2026.
Fairfax County, VA — Vendor Self-Service. Status: Roadmap — Q3 2026.
Arlington County, VA — Purchasing Registration. Status: Roadmap — Q3 2026.
California — Cal eProcure. Status: Roadmap — Q4 2026.
Texas — CMBL / HUB Certification. Status: Roadmap — Q4 2026.
Washington State — OMWBE. Status: Roadmap — Q4 2026.
New York — NYSCR (Contract Reporter). Status: Roadmap — Q4 2026.
Each state and local engagement is assessed for jurisdiction-specific compliance requirements, including state data breach notification laws, state data privacy laws (VCDPA, CCPA/CPRA, Delaware PDPA, and others), state interpreter qualification standards, state Medicaid managed care requirements (for healthcare-related government engagements), and state-specific procurement terms and conditions.
Ariana Nexus targets international government and multilateral organization engagements across the following categories:
All Ariana Nexus personnel assigned to government engagements are subject to enhanced vetting standards that meet or exceed the requirements of the applicable government client:
As Ariana Nexus expands its workforce to include team members based in Europe and other non-sanctioned countries, international personnel assigned to government engagements will be subject to:
Ariana Nexus's government compliance architecture is designed in alignment with the following recognized frameworks and standards:
FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) — Federal procurement rules and contractor requirements. Aligned — applicable clauses addressed; SAM.gov in process.
DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) — Defense-specific procurement and cybersecurity requirements. Aligned — NIST 800-171 controls implemented; DFARS cyber clauses addressed.
NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 / Rev. 3 — CUI protection (110 security requirements in Rev. 2). Aligned — controls implemented; SSP in development (Rev. 2 current for DoD/CMMC; Rev. 3 transition planned per DoD rulemaking).
CMMC Level 1 (Foundational) — 15 basic cyber hygiene practices. Aligned — all 15 controls implemented.
CMMC Level 2 (Advanced) — 110 practices aligned with NIST 800-171. Roadmap (2027) — controls implemented, C3PAO assessment planned.
FISMA — Federal information security program. Aligned — via NIST 800-171 control implementation.
FedRAMP — Cloud service authorization for federal use. Roadmap (2028–2030) — GCC migration evaluation; FedRAMP for own offerings.
EO 13166 — LEP access to federal programs. Aligned — language access services support agency compliance.
EO 14110 (revoked January 20, 2025) — AI safety, security, and trustworthiness. Historical alignment maintained — AI validation practices retained as best practice; superseded by EO 14179 (January 23, 2025).
OMB M-24-10 (under review per EO 14179) — Agency AI governance requirements. Historical alignment maintained — AI governance practices retained regardless of memorandum status.
ITAR (22 CFR 120–130) — Defense article and technical data export controls. Roadmap (2027) — compliance procedures planned for defense engagements.
EAR (15 CFR 730–774) — Dual-use export controls. Aligned — export control screening procedures in place.
OFAC Sanctions — SDN, SSI, and sanctions program screening. Compliant — screening conducted for all personnel and engagements.
FCPA (15 U.S.C. § 78dd) — Anti-corruption for international government dealings. Compliant — Anti-Corruption Policy in effect.
UK Bribery Act 2010 — Anti-bribery for UK government engagements. Compliant — Anti-Bribery Policy in effect.
Section 508 (29 U.S.C. § 794d) — ICT accessibility for federal agencies. Aligned — WCAG 2.2 AA target; accessibility statement published.
HIPAA (for government healthcare) — PHI protection in government health programs. Compliant — as Business Associate under executed BAAs.
NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 — Federal information system security controls. Roadmap (2028) — alignment planned for FedRAMP preparation.
UN SGB/2017/1 — UN personal data protection. Aligned — data protection practices follow UN standards.
NATO Security Procedures — Alliance security classification handling. Roadmap — engagement-specific compliance as applicable.
For federal contracting officers: Ariana Nexus is actively registering on SAM.gov, pursuing SBA 8(a) certification, and applying for GSA MAS. Our NIST SP 800-171 controls are implemented, our System Security Plan is in development, and our CMMC Level 2 certification is targeted for 2027. We operate within a BAA-covered Microsoft 365 environment with Zero Trust architecture, four-tier data classification, full-surface DLP, and a documented and tested Incident Response Plan.
For agency OSDBUs (Offices of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization): Ariana Nexus is an Afghan-American founded, Delaware-registered LLC headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, pursuing 8(a) certification. Our capabilities span language access (all 24 Afghan languages), cultural competency training, certified translation, and AI validation — directly relevant to DHS, HHS, DOJ EOIR, State Department, USAID, and DoD language and cultural programs.
For state and local government procurement officers: Ariana Nexus is registering on state procurement platforms across the DMV region and key states with large Afghan populations. We meet HIPAA, Section 1557, and National CLAS Standards for state healthcare and social services engagements.
For international organizations (UN, NATO, EU): Ariana Nexus is planning registration on UNGM, NATO NSPA, and EU TED procurement platforms. Our GDPR compliance, EU AI Act alignment, and multilingual capabilities position us for international language access, cultural advisory, and AI governance engagements involving Afghan populations.
For prime contractors seeking subcontractors: Ariana Nexus's 8(a) certification (pending) and Afghan-American ownership make us an eligible subcontracting partner under SBA Mentor-Protégé programs and small business subcontracting plans. Our compliance architecture, vetted team, and security controls meet the flow-down requirements of FAR and DFARS.
If your organization requires government compliance documentation, SAM.gov verification, security architecture briefings, or subcontracting capability discussions, contact [email protected] or +1 (202) 771-0224.
Ariana Nexus views government compliance as a multi-year journey. The following roadmap reflects our planned maturation path:
SAM.gov registration in process. 8(a) application in progress. GSA MAS application in progress. NIST 800-171 controls implemented. OFAC screening operational. FCPA/Anti-Bribery policies in effect. FAR 52.204-21 controls compliant. HIPAA BA status for government health engagements.
SAM.gov registration completed. FedConnect account active. Virginia eVA, Maryland eMMA, DC OCP registrations. SWaM and MBE certifications. SSP and POA&M documented. First federal subcontract or 8(a) sole-source pursuit.
8(a) certification awarded. GSA MAS contract awarded. CMMC Level 2 certification (C3PAO assessment). SOC 2 Type II audit. ISO 27001 certification. OASIS+ Phase II application. First federal prime contract or significant task order.
M365 GCC migration for federal engagements. FedRAMP evaluation for cloud offerings. UNGM registration. CCS (UK) framework application. State procurement registrations in CA, TX, WA, NY. ITAR compliance procedures formalized.
NATO NSPA registration. EU TED registration. World Bank procurement registration. Cyber Essentials Plus (UK). NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 alignment. FedRAMP authorization pursuit.
Multi-vehicle federal contracting portfolio (GSA MAS, OASIS+, CIO-SP4 successor). International government contracting across UN, NATO, EU. Automated compliance monitoring across all government frameworks. Security clearance facility clearance (FCL) as applicable.
Registration and Certification Status. This page accurately reflects the status of Ariana Nexus's government registrations and certifications as of the Effective Date. Registration and certification processes are governed by the applicable government authority and are subject to timelines, requirements, and decisions beyond Ariana Nexus's control. Target dates represent good-faith estimates and are not guarantees of completion. The submission of an application does not guarantee approval.
No Government Endorsement. Listing of government agencies, programs, or procurement vehicles on this page does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or approval by any government entity. Ariana Nexus is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any government agency unless a formal contract or agreement is in effect.
Past Performance. Ariana Nexus is an emerging government contractor. While the organization's predecessor entity (Afghan Language Services) operated in the language services domain, Ariana Nexus does not currently have past performance on government contracts. Capability statements, compliance documentation, and security architecture evidence are available to support new-entrant evaluation.
Framework Alignment vs. Certification. Where "aligned" is stated, controls are implemented in accordance with the framework but formal certification has not been obtained. Where "in process" is stated, the application or registration has been initiated but not yet completed. Where "roadmap" is stated, the activity is planned but not yet begun.
CUI and Classified Information. Ariana Nexus's current environment is authorized for CUI handling based on NIST SP 800-171 control implementation within the Microsoft 365 Business Premium environment. Ariana Nexus does not currently hold a Facility Security Clearance (FCL) and cannot process classified information (Secret or above). FCL pursuit will be evaluated as defense engagement requirements develop.
Limitation of Liability. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ARIANA NEXUS'S TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SECTOR COMPLIANCE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNTS SET FORTH IN THE APPLICABLE ENGAGEMENT AGREEMENT, OR, WHERE NO ENGAGEMENT AGREEMENT EXISTS, ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100). ARIANA NEXUS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO GOVERNMENT SERVICES, REGISTRATION STATUS, OR COMPLIANCE POSTURE. NOTHING IN THIS SECTION SHALL LIMIT OR EXCLUDE ARIANA NEXUS'S LIABILITY FOR: (A) FRAUD OR FRAUDULENT MISREPRESENTATION; (B) DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE; OR (C) ANY OTHER LIABILITY THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY UNDER THE UK UNFAIR CONTRACT TERMS ACT 1977, THE UK CONSUMER RIGHTS ACT 2015, OR GDPR.
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This page is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute a warranty, guarantee, or binding commitment regarding Ariana Nexus's government compliance or registration status. Registration and certification timelines are subject to government authority decisions beyond Ariana Nexus's control. Nothing in this page shall be construed as a waiver of any right, defense, or immunity available to Ariana Nexus under applicable law.
