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Effective April 4th, 2022, businesses will no longer be required to have a DUNS number when registering in SAM.gov. In addition to this change, a DUNS number will not be required when bidding on or working toward federal contracts.
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In order to obtain a UEI (Unique Entity ID), a business must be registered within SAM.gov. Upon registering, a UEI will be automatically assigned and available for public access.
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Government contracting can be a complex and competitive arena, and it’s essential to understand the various identification codes that are used in this world. Two of the most crucial codes are the UEI (Unique Entity Identifier) and Cage Code. In this blog post, we’ll explore the differences between UEI and Cage Code and why they matter for businesses pursuing government contracts.
What is a UEI (Unique Entity Identifier)?
A UEI, or Unique Entity Identifier, is a relatively new concept introduced by the U.S. federal government. It is part of a broader initiative to simplify and standardize the identification of entities doing business with the government. The UEI replaces the D-U-N-S Number, which was previously used as a unique identifier for entities.
Key Characteristics of a UEI:
What is a Cage Code?
A Cage Code, or Commercial and Government Entity Code, has been in use for a more extended period than the UEI. It is primarily used to identify suppliers and contractors for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies. Cage Codes have historically been associated with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).
Key Characteristics of a Cage Code:
Differences Between UEI and Cage Code:
Conclusion
In summary, understanding the differences between UEI and Cage Code is essential for businesses seeking government contracts. While UEIs are intended to provide a universal identifier for all federal government contracting, Cage Codes are historically associated with the Department of Defense and are widely used in defense contracting. Both codes play critical roles in identifying and verifying entities in government contracting, and businesses should ensure they have the appropriate codes depending on their contractual engagements and agencies they work with.
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Many organizations ask the question, “What is SAM registration used for?” After all, this SAM registration guide will only have value for you if you know what the value of registration is.
The reason companies use SAM are threefold:
1. SAM gives you access to federal business opportunities.
It is the main database with which vendors are able to have a business relationship with the federal government. All of the following awards require SAM registration, per the Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR):
2. SAM enables you to self-certify.
By “self-certifying” and completing solicitation clauses related to your organization’s socio-economic characteristics and size, you certify that your business information is accurate.
3. SAM is a marketing platform.
As indicated by the SBA, the capabilities of a business, its location, its track record, its size, and its ownership are all searchable within SAM. That means both other government contractors and federal agencies can learn about your business.
Especially, for this reason, registering and partnering with a government contract consulting firm can be powerful. At Select GCR, for instance, we assign each client a Government Procurement Advisor, who helps them navigate the federal contracting maze and define a targeted government marketing plan: who to contact, what to say, and what to send them.
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In order to supply products or services to the federal government, it is necessary to have an active registration within SAM. Do you need a EIN Number to register with SAM? Yes, but you will need other information as well, as indicated below.
US-based companies:
International companies:
You will also need to go through an IRS and DLA validation.
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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. Grants.gov uses SAM to establish roles and IDs for electronic grant applicants.
SAM registration is completed on the SAM.gov website. Once the SAM Registration is complete, a Certified Registration Specialist at USBRI can be of assistance with finishing your certification with our services.
How to Register with SAM
Visit the System for Award Management website at http://www.sam.gov/.
Follow SAM’s online instructions in their Help tab to create a user account and register or update your entity’s SAM account.
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No, as of April 2022, the use of DUNS numbers has been phased out entirely and been replaced with Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
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The U.S. Government assigns a Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code to organizations to facilitate the supply chain. For non-U.S.-based organizations, the code is referred to as the NATO Commercial and Government Entity (NCAGE) code.
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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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You can check your company’s UEI number by using our SAM Status Check page below!
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