> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.platform.softwareone.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.platform.softwareone.com/extensions/microsoft-cloud-solution-provider/products-and-programs/microsoft-gcc.md).

# Government Community Cloud (GCC)

Microsoft Government Community Cloud (GCC) is a Microsoft cloud environment designed for US federal, state, local, and tribal government organizations, as well as contractors that manage government data.

GCC provides services such as Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 in an environment that supports government-specific security, compliance, and data residency requirements.

Unlike standard commercial offerings, GCC environments are physically isolated from commercial cloud infrastructure, providing enhanced security measures, specialized compliance certifications, and robust controls tailored to government requirements.

### Key features

GCC is designed to help organizations meet government requirements through:

* Support for FedRAMP Moderate compliance requirements.
* Support for Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) policies.
* Support for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements.
* Support for IRS 1075 requirements.
* Data residency within the United States.
* Separation from commercial cloud environments.
* Operational controls designed for government workloads.

### Eligibility

Before purchasing GCC subscriptions, ensure that your organization is eligible for GCC services and meets Microsoft's requirements for government cloud offerings.

GCC services are intended for:

* US federal government agencies.
* State, local, and tribal government organizations.
* Approved government contractors that process or store government data.

### Get started with GCC

#### New GCC customers <a href="#for-new-gcc-customers" id="for-new-gcc-customers"></a>

To access GCC products, Microsoft must verify your organization's eligibility.

1. Complete the [Government Community Cloud Eligibility Intake Form](https://usgovintake.embark.microsoft.com/?ReqType=CSPCustomer\&rtc=1).
2. Provide SoftwareOne's Partner Tenant GUID: `141e07d1-6f28-4169-b951-316d5a941d88`.
3. Send your validation ID to Marketplace Platform Support at <marketplace-support@softwareone.com>.
4. Wait for the verification to complete. Microsoft typically completes validation within 5-7 business days.

For questions about the Microsoft validation process, contact the US Government Cloud Eligibility Team at <usgcce@microsoft.com>.

### Existing GCC customers moving to SoftwareOne <a href="#for-existing-gcc-customers-moving-to-softwareone" id="for-existing-gcc-customers-moving-to-softwareone"></a>

If your organization already uses GCC and is moving to SoftwareOne:

1. Go to **Catalog** > **Products**.
2. Select **Microsoft 365 Business, Enterprise & Apps - Government**.
3. On the product details page, select **Buy now**.
4. Follow the guided steps in the purchase wizard to submit your order.&#x20;


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