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  1. What is a CAGE code? How are CAGE Codes assigned? Updated
    The Commercial And Government Entity (CAGE) Code is a five-character ID number used extensively within the federal government, assigned by the Department of Defense’s Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  2. How do I access or register my business in SAM? Updated
    To create an account and access SAM as a new user: Step 1:  Go to www.sam.gov. Step 2:  Click on “Create a User Account.” Step 3: Complete the requested information, and then click...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  3. How do I confirm my information is accurate and up-to-date in SAM? Updated
    To view your entity's SAM registration, follow the below steps: 1. Go to the SAM Homepage: www.sam.gov. 2. If you have opted to have your entity’s information viewable in SAM, you can search for your...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  4. NAICS codes - What are they, and where do I find them? Updated
    The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is the standard used by federal statistical agencies in classifying businesses for the purpose of collecting, analyzing and publishing...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  5. What happened to the Central Contractor Registration (CCR), Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA), Federal Agency Registration (FedReg), and the Excluded Parties List System (EPLS)? Updated
    All of these systems were migrated into the comprehensive System for Award Management (SAM), which is part of an overall Integrated Acquisition Environment (IAE). IAE was initiated in 2001 to bring...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  6. If I was previously registered in CCR, FedReg,ORCA, or EPLS, do I now need to register in SAM? Updated
    Yes. Even if you were previously registered in any of the legacy systems, you must register in SAM to transition and manage your data. To migrate your legacy system user account, you must first...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  7. How do I verify my entity is registered or view my registration status? Updated
    Perform a public search on SAM to find an entity's registration or registration status. Go to the SAM website , click on "Search," and enter the applicable search criteria.  When you find the...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  8. What is a DUNS and how do I obtain one? Updated
    The Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number is a unique nine-digit identification number provided by the company Dun & Bradstreet (D&B). Call D&B at 866-705-5711, or via e-mail to...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  9. Guide to Codes: This chart may help you sort out some of the major codes used within SAM. Updated
    CODE - DUNS Number Definition - Data Universal Numbering System Description - A unique identifier assigned by Dun & Bradstreet (D&B); mandatory to begin SAM registration. This is entered into...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013
  10. I am unable to log-in to SAM.gov. Updated
    1. Confirm that you have an active user account and that you are logged-in in SAM (your name will be displayed in the top-right corner of the screen). 2. If you are logged in correctly and are still...
    System: SAM | Date Updated: 02/15/2013

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