The System for Award Management (SAM) is a government-wide registry for vendors doing business with the Federal government, and SAM registration requires annual renewal. SAM centralizes information about grant recipients and also provides a central location for grant recipients to change organizational information.
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DUNS number is assigned to the lowest organizational level. CAGE code is assigned per legal entity at individual physical addresses.
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A Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code is a unique identifier assigned to suppliers to various government or defense agencies, as well as to government agencies themselves and also various organizations. CAGE codes provide a standardized method of identifying a given facility at a specific location.
The CAGE system includes CAGE Workbench, CAGE XML, CAGE Web Services, and CAGE Public.
The CAGE Public provides a unified solution for searching CAGE codes (CAGE Search and Inquiry – CSI), finding required forms, requesting a new CAGE code or updating an existing CAGE code, news, training and frequently asked questions.
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To know if you are registered in SAM, follow the steps below:
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The System for Award Management (SAM) is a government-wide registry for vendors doing business with the Federal government, and SAM registration requires annual renewal. SAM centralizes information about grant recipients and also provides a central location for grant recipients to change organizational information.
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The SBA 8(a) program provides business development assistance to small businesses that are socially and economically disadvantaged. To be eligible for the program, businesses must meet specific criteria. This includes being a small business, demonstrating social and economic disadvantage, being owned and controlled by a socially and economically disadvantaged individual, and showing good character. Additionally, applicants must have a personal net worth below a certain threshold and meet the applicable size standards for their primary industry. Meeting these eligibility requirements opens up opportunities for government contracts, mentorship, and training through the 8(a) program.
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The eligibility requirements for the HUBZone program are as follows:
Meeting these eligibility requirements allows a business to participate in the HUBZone program and gain access to federal contracting opportunities with set-aside preferences. It is important to note that maintaining compliance with the program’s requirements is essential to retain HUBZone certification and continue benefiting from the program.
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To become certified as a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), it is crucial to fulfill the necessary requirements outlined below:
For Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), the following criteria are applicable in addition to the above:
By meeting these requirements, you can pursue VOSB certification. SDVOSBs must ensure they have the necessary documentation to prove their disability status.
To qualify for WOSB certification, the applicant company must meet specific criteria. Firstly, the company must be considered “small” according to SBA’s size standards for its primary industry, as outlined in 13 CFR 127. It is recommended to refer to the NAICS listing and its corresponding size standards for verification. Additionally, the applicant company must have at least 51% unconditional and direct ownership and control by one or more U.S. citizen women. Management and daily operation must be under the control of one or more women owners who make long-term decisions for the business.
For corporations, specific criteria apply: Women must either constitute a majority of the Board of Directors or hold a majority of the Board votes through weighted voting. Alternatively, women must represent 51% of the voting power, serve on the Board, and possess enough voting power to overcome any supermajority requirement.
The WBENC certification process ensures compliance with WOSB standards through a comprehensive two-part approach involving thorough documentation review and a site visit interview with the female owner/s. It is recommended to review the WOSB Ready site for additional program requirements. A comprehensive listing of the WOSB Program NAICS Codes is available as well.
Note that if the applicant company is currently debarred or suspended from Federal Government Contracting, it is not eligible for WOSB certification.
In addition to meeting the above criteria, applicants must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) and obtain a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued by www.sam.gov. It’s important to note that there is no fee for SAM registration, and applicants should ensure they access the correct site: www.sam.gov. If experiencing difficulties with SAM registration, supplemental instructions are provided.
Regarding WOSB Federal Contracting eligibility, the federal government restricts competition under the WOSB Program only in specific industries as specified in 13 C.F.R. 127.500. SBA has identified these industries based on the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes. If any NAICS code listed on the WOSB certificate corresponds to a WOSB code on the NAICS listing for the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program set-asides, the applicant is considered eligible.
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When it comes to government contracts, the potential profitability can vary depending on the type of set-aside program. While some small business set-aside contracts may involve relatively small dollar amounts, such as $20,000 or less, 8(a) contracts present a different opportunity and hold the potential for greater profitability. Under the 8(a) Business Development Program, small businesses that offer products or services have the chance to earn contracts of up to $4 million, providing a significant growth opportunity. Furthermore, for manufacturing firms, the potential contract value extends even higher, reaching up to $6.5 million. These higher contract thresholds in the 8(a) program open doors for small businesses to pursue larger and more lucrative opportunities, allowing them to expand their operations and increase their revenue potential. Therefore, for eligible businesses, pursuing 8(a) certification can offer the prospect of securing more profitable contracts in comparison to other small business set-aside programs.
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