Purpose of the SAM UEI Number
The purpose of a UEI is to obtain federal contracts and grants. You need a SAM Registration in order to have a UEI.
If you are unsure about your registration status, use the lookup tool by clicking below
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Why do I need a SAM number?
SAM Number: Why Do I Need It?
The reason you would need a SAM Number (more commonly known as a UEI or CAGE Code) is so you can bid on federal contracts and grants. To obtain a SAM number, you must have a registration in SAM.gov.
USBRI has offered filing assistance with SAM since 2011. If you have questions about the process or need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998.
If you are unsure about your registration status, use the lookup tool by clicking below
How many digits is a UEI number?
UEI Number: How Many Characters Is It?
The UEI Number is a 12-character alphanumerical ID. There is no specific pattern to how the UEI is presented.
USBRI has been offering filing assistance with SAM Registrations since 2011. Constantly keeping tabs on changing policies, USBRI will ensure your registration is compliant and done with efficiency.
- At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status” in red
- Input your company’s legal business name or UEI
- Solve the security questions and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
- Allow the page to generate a brief summary of your SAM Registration including information such as:
- CAGE Code
- Expiration Date
- NAICS, PSC, and FSC Codes
- POC’s
- and more
You can also access the tool by clicking below
Does a UEI number expire?
Does a UEI Number Expire?
While the UEI Number does not expire, the SAM Registration associated with the UEI will expire annually if not renewed.
USBRI has been offering filing assistance with SAM Registrations since 2011. Constantly keeping tabs on changing policies, USBRI will ensure your registration is compliant and done with efficiency.
- At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status” in red
- Input your company’s legal business name or UEI
- Solve the security questions and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
- Allow the page to generate a brief summary of your SAM Registration including information such as:
- CAGE Code
- Expiration Date
- NAICS, PSC, and FSC Codes
- POC’s
- and more
You can also access the tool by clicking below
What is the meaning of SAM number?
What is a SAM Number?
The “SAM” or “SAMs” number refers to either the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) or CAGE Code assigned by the DLA. The UEI and CAGE Code are both identification codes used when you are applying for any federal contracts or grants. The way to obtain a UEI or CAGE Code is by registering an entity into SAM and going through the validation processes.
USBRI has offered filing assistance with the SAM Registrations since 2011. You can reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a Certified Registration Specialist (CRS) will be able to assist you and discuss options with you.
Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
In 2022, the DUNS number was phased out and replaced my SAM’s own UEI. It is a string of 12 alphanumerical characters and is the identification assigned by SAM so business’s can be begin the process of doing with the federal government. If you need to apply for any grants, you must have a UEI.
Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code
CAGE Codes are assigned by the Defense Logistics Agency. The DLA assigns CAGE Codes to entities registered in SAM who want to bid on contracts as well as grants.
Know Your SAM Status
- At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status” in red
- Input your company’s legal business name or UEI
- Solve the security questions and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
- Allow the page to generate a brief summary of your SAM Registration including information such as:
- CAGE Code
- Expiration Date
- NAICS, PSC, and FSC Codes
- POC’s
- and more
You can also access the tool by clicking below