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What is the government System for Award Management?

System for Award Management

The government’s System for Award Management (SAM) is the money portal for government contracting. SAM is the portal, tracking where money is going to who and for what. If you are unsure of what your SAM Registration status is, follow the steps below:

    • At the top of this page on left, select “Check SAM & UEI Status”
    • Input your company’s legal business name, CAGE code, or UEI
    • Complete the security question and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
    • Allow the page to generate a brief summary of your SAM Registration that will include:
      • Expiration Date
      • UEI or CAGE Code
      • NAICS, PSC, and FSC Codes
      • Primary POC’s
      • and more

You can also access the tool by clicking the button below

Need to Register or Renew?

If you check your status and  you either 1) do not have one or 2) are set to expire in the next 60 days, begin the renewal/registration process NOW. You do not want to miss out on government funding because of lapsed SAM Registration. Reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 with any questions you may have regarding the process. To begin now, click the services page button below

Do I need a System for Award Management (SAM) Registration?

In order to do business with the federal government, you MUST have a SAM Registration.

Why is SAM Registration important?

To bid, win, and obtain federal contracts and grants, you must have an active SAM Registration.

Where can I find SAM Registration assistance?

USBRI has been offering filing assistance for SAM and Small Business registration for over 13 years. If you have questions or need help, call the Help Desk and a dedicated CRS will be able to assist you.

How do I find my company’s NAICS code for free?

To find your company’s NAICS Code, all you need to do is use the SAM Status Lookup Tool. Follow the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status
    • Input your company’s legal business name, UEI, or CAGE Code
    • Solve the security question and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
    • Allow the page to generate a brief summary of your SAM Registration that will include:
      • NAICS Codes
      • Expiration Date (if within 60 days, begin the renewal process NOW)
      • CAGE Code and UEI
      • PSC and FSC Codes
      • POC’s
      • and more
    • If you are having trouble with the lookup tool, call the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998

You can also access the NAICS Code Lookup Tool by  clicking the button below

 

Need to Renew or Register a SAM Registration?

Use the SAM Status Check Tool and determine when your SAM Registration is set to expire to avoid lapse and missed opportunities with grants and federal contracts. If you need to renew or register and are unsure of the process, reach out tot he USBRI Help Desk and a dedicated CRS will be bale to assist you. To get started immediately, view the services page by clicking the button below.

What Do You Need Assistance With?

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Can I choose my own NAICS code?

Can you choose your own NAICS Codes?

Yes. Anyone can choose their own NAICS code for their business. Use the NAICS Code Lookup Tool to find what NAICS code you need by following the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, hover over “Tools & Resources” and select the fist option “NAICS Code Lookup Tool
    • Input a keyword, phrase, or NAICS code and select “Find NAICS Code”
    • Allow the page to generate NAICS codes closely related to the information you submitted
    • If you are not satisfied with the results, reach out the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998

You can also access the NAICS Code Lookup Tool by  clicking the button below

Need to Renew or Register a SAM Registration?

Use the SAM Status Check Tool and determine when your SAM Registration is set to expire to avoid lapse and missed opportunities with grants and federal contracts. If you need to renew or register and are unsure of the process, reach out tot he USBRI Help Desk and a dedicated CRS will be bale to assist you. To get started immediately, view the services page by clicking the button below.

What Do You Need Assistance With?

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Does it matter what NAICS code I use?

NAICS Codes: Does it matter which ones you use?

When NAICS are applied to your business via a SAM Registration, you want to make sure they pertain to the type of business and service you provide. Use the NAICS Code Lookup Tool to find what NAICS code you need by following the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, hover over “Tools & Resources” and select the fist option “NAICS Code Lookup Tool
    • Input a keyword, phrase, or NAICS code and select “Find NAICS Code”
    • Allow the page to generate NAICS codes closely related to the information you submitted
    • If you are not satisfied with the results, reach out the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998

You can also access the NAICS Code Lookup Tool by  clicking the button below

Need to Renew or Register a SAM Registration?

Use the SAM Status Check Tool and determine when your SAM Registration is set to expire to avoid lapse and missed opportunities with grants and federal contracts. If you need to renew or register and are unsure of the process, reach out tot he USBRI Help Desk and a dedicated CRS will be bale to assist you. To get started immediately, view the services page by clicking the button below.

What Do You Need Assistance With?

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When was DUNS transferred to UEI?

DUNS Number: When did it change to UEI?

Back in 2022, the DUNS numbers where dissolved and switched to SAM’s own identification system known as the UEI (Unique Entity Identifier). You should have received an email when the change happened stating what your UEI is for your entity.  If you did not, follow the step below:

    • At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status
    • Input your company’s LEGAL BUSINESS NAME or CAGE Code
    • Solve the security question and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
    • The page will generate a brief summary of your SAM Registration which will include:
      • UEI Number
      • Expiration Date (if within 60 days, begin the renewal process NOW)
      • NAICS, PSC, and FSC Codes
      • POC’s
      • and more

You can also access the tool by clicking the button below

Need to Renew or Register in SAM?

If you’re SAM Registration is set to expire in the next 60 days, you will want to begin the renewal process NOW. Contact the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a dedicated CRS will be able to assist you. You can also begin the renewal process via USBRI by clicking the button below

What Do You Need Assistance With?

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Is NAICS code the same as EIN?

NAICS Codes vs. EIN: What’s The Difference?

No, the NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) is NOT the same thing as the IRS assigned EIN (Employer Identification Number). The NAICS code is a 5-6 digit set of numbers used to identify what your company provides as a service and is only used in the context of federal contracting. When registering in SAM, you will be asked to input your NAICS Code.

If you are unsure of your business’s NAICS Codes, follow the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status”
    • Input your company’s legal business name, CAGE Code, or UEI
    • Solve the security question and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
    • Allow the page to generate a brief summary of the SAM Registration which will include

You an also access the tool by clicking the button below

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Need to Register or Renew a SAM Registration?

If you do not have a SAM Registration or need to renew, USBRI has been offering filing assistance for over 13 years. If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk and a dedicated CRS will be able to help you. Get started now by clicking the button below.

What Do You Need Assistance With?

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Why do I have multiple NAICS Codes?

Multiple NAICS Codes: Why are they there and are they necessary?

The reason a business would have multiple NAICS codes would be because that is the amount that was entered when doing the SAM Registration. You may provide multiple services where you need multiple NAICS codes for. A business is required, when registering in SAM, to have one primary NAICS code. After that, you are able to add as many as you would like. 3-5 is typically the standard amount you want to have.

If you are unsure of your business’s NAICS Codes, follow the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status”
    • Input your company’s legal business name, CAGE Code, or UEI
    • Solve the security question and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
    • Allow the page to generate a brief summary of the SAM Registration which will include

You an also access the tool by clicking the button below

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Need to Register or Renew a SAM Registration?

If you do not have a SAM Registration or need to renew, USBRI has been offering filing assistance for over 13 years. If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk and a dedicated CRS will be able to help you. Get started now by clicking the button below.

What Do You Need Assistance With?

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Does NAICS code matter?

SAM Registration: Does NAICS matter?

NAICS codes are essential when doing a SAM Registration and wanting to obtain any sort of SBA Certification. The NAICS code helps contractors identify the type of service you provide as a business.

If you are unsure if your business has a NAICS Code, follow the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status”
    • Input your company’s legal business name, CAGE Code, or UEI
    • Solve the security question and select “Check SAM Status NOW”
    • Allow the page to generate a brief summary of the SAM Registration which will include

You an also access the tool by clicking the button below

Need to Register or Renew a SAM Registration?

If you do not have a SAM Registration or need to renew, USBRI has been offering filing assistance for over 13 years. If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk and a dedicated CRS will be able to help you. Get started now by clicking the button below.

What Do You Need Assistance With?

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What do i need to do to get a NAICS Code?

How to get a NAICS Code

To get a NAICS codes, a couple of things need to happen. First, you need to identify what your NAICS code is (you can use the NAICS Code Lookup Tool). Second, you will need to have a SAM Registration for your business.

If you are unsure if you have a SAM Registration or what NAICS codes are tied to yours, follow the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status”
    • Input your company’s legal business name, CAGE Code, or UEI
    • Select “Check SAM Status NOW” in blue
    • Allow the page to generate a summary of your SAM Registration that will include
      • Primary NAICS Codes
      • UEI and CAGE Code
      • Expiration Date (if it’s within 60 days, begin the renewal process NOW)
      • PSC and FSC Codes
      • Designated POC’s
      • and more

You can also access the tool by clicking the button below

Need to Register, Renew, or Add a NAICS Code?

Founded in 2011, USBRI has been offering filing assistance for SAM Registrations for 13 years. If you need assistance with SAM, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a dedicated Certified Registration Specialist will be able to assist you.

Begin the renewal or registration process immediately by clicking the button below

What Do You Need Assistance With?

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Do I need a SAM Registration for a NAICS Code?

Yes. In order to tie a NAICS code to your business, you will need a SAM Registration.

What if my business doesn’t have a NAICS code?

Business does not have a NAICS Code

The only database that tells you if your business “has a NAICS code” is SAM. When registering in SAM, you will be asked to input your company’s NAICS code and select one as primary. If you are unsure if you have a SAM or the correct NAICS Code, follow the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, select “Check SAM & UEI Status”
    • Input your company’s legal business name, CAGE Code, or UEI
    • Select “Check SAM Status NOW” in blue
    • Allow the page to generate a summary of your SAM Registration that will include
      • Primary NAICS Codes
      • UEI and CAGE Code
      • Expiration Date (if it’s within 60 days, begin the renewal process NOW)
      • PSC and FSC Codes
      • Designated POC’s
      • and more

You can also access the tool by clicking the button below

Need to Register, Renew, or Add a NAICS Code?

Founded in 2011, USBRI has been offering filing assistance for SAM Registrations for 13 years. If you need assistance with SAM, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a dedicated Certified Registration Specialist will be able to assist you.

Begin the renewal or registration process immediately by clicking the button below

What Do You Need Assistance With?

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Do I need a SAM Registration for a NAICS Code?

Yes. In order to tie a NAICS code to your business, you will need a SAM Registration.