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SAM.gov Registration — Common Questions
Answers drawn from SAM.gov documentation and SBA.gov certification guides.

What does SAM.gov registration mean?

SAM (System for Award Management) is the official U.S. government database of vendors eligible to receive federal contracts and grants. Registration is mandatory before you can be awarded any federal contract. It must be renewed annually.

What's the difference between a CAGE code and UEI?

A CAGE code is a 5-character ID assigned by the DoD used for procurement and logistics. A UEI is a 12-character ID assigned by SAM.gov that replaced DUNS numbers in 2022. Both identify your entity but serve different systems.

How long does SAM.gov registration take?

Initial registration typically takes 10–14 business days. Renewals (required annually) take 2–4 weeks for processing. Start early — an expired registration means no new contract awards.

Which SBA certifications have the biggest impact?

For most defense SMBs: SDVOSB (opens sole-source DoD awards), 8(a) (9-year program with set-aside pipeline), and HUBZone (if your address qualifies). Run the lookup to see which ones you're missing.