Federal construction work starts with an active SAM registration.
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UEI
Unique Entity ID.
Information
Legal name and address must match records.
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NAICS codes
Your construction categories.
Representations
Certifications and size status.
Renewal
Every year.
A closer look
Many contractors start SAM registration days before a bid is due, then discover their legal name or address does not match other records exactly. Validation delays can cost the opportunity. Register early, keep information consistent across documents and set a reminder to renew.
Where to start
Check that your legal name and address match your tax records, then start registration.
An example
A contractor registered months before targeting federal work. When a small task order appeared, it could bid immediately.
Common mistakes
Waiting until bid week, wrong NAICS codes and letting registration expire.
What to track
Track registration status, renewal date and NAICS codes used in bids.
Questions to ask
Is our registration active and when does it expire? Do our NAICS codes match the work we want? Does our legal information match tax records exactly? Who on the team owns the renewal?
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Frequently asked questions
How long does SAM registration take?
It varies. Some registrations are processed quickly, while others take weeks due to validation of entity information. Start well before you need to bid.