SAM Registration & Renewal
SAM.gov Registration is the first step in participating in the multi-billion-dollar Government Marketplace
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SAM Registration and SAM.Gov Renewal
The first step in registering to participate in the $600+ Billion federal contracting marketplace
What is SAM Registration?
The U.S. Government is the largest purchaser of products & services in the world. Businesses that are correctly registered in SAM.GOV are ready to participate in the multi-billion-dollar Government Marketplace.
A business’s SAM Registration must be completed correctly to participate in Government Contracting. A registration allows your business to sell goods and services to the Government, participating in billions of awards. For example, in 2021 alone it’s estimated the Federal Government spent $645.5 billion with business’s registered in SAM.
What does SAM stand for?
SAM stands for System for Award Management. There isn’t a SAM.gov registration fee; you can perform a registration at no cost on the website. However, it is a time consuming process, and it’s easy to make mistakes that could mean missing out on substantial opportunities later. FedBiz Access can help you submit your registration correctly the first time so you can start winning Government contracts quickly.
Essentially, SAM is of directory of vendors the Government is approved to do business with. SAM.gov is also the payment platform for the Federal Government, allowing them to pay a company or entity after they have attained a contract.
Benefits of SAM Registration & Renewal
SAM (System for Award Management) was designed to streamline the process of obtaining and procuring federal contracts by combining multiple procurement systems into one.
When your business finalizes registration in SAM.gov, you will receive a Commercial and Government Entity Code (CAGE Code). A CAGE code is a five-character code that demonstrates your SAM registration approval, which allows the Government to pay you for the contracts your business wins.
The SAM Registration expires each year, which is why you must be cognizant of your SAM Renewal yearly so your business can continue eligibility for contract opportunities.
How FedBiz Access Can Help with your SAM Registration
Save Time.
- Save hours navigating the various systems
- Ensure your records are properly aligned
- We complete your optimized SAM & DSBS
Continued Service and Support.
- Registration amendments (as needed)
- Registration expiration notice
- Additional marketing services available
Don’t Lose Money.
- Incomplete or inaccurate information
- Don’t get screened out of contracts
- Lose out on valuable contracts
Peace of Mind.
The FBA Certified Processor seal represents qualified knowledge and experience in federal registrations and related documentation certifications and GSA schedules. It is granted by GSA Access Group, LLC, a leader in the federal contracting assistance for over 20 years, to trained and experienced agents with a minimum of 5 years experience, prior ACES certification, and/or current IdenTrustGlobal (ICG) verified digital certifications.
System for Award Management (SAM)
“Your Federal Accounting Record”
- Login Creation
- Entity Registration
- Bid Eligibility Registration
- “Core Data”
- Validation of your DUNS information
- Business information (TIN, etc.)
- CAGE code registration
- General information (business types, organization structure, etc.)
- Financial information (Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Information)
- Proceedings details
- “Assertions”
- Goods and Services (NAICS, PSC, etc.)
- Size Metrics
- Disaster Relief Information (FEMA)
- “Representations and Certifications”
- FAR Responses
- Architect-Engineer Responses
- DFARS Responses
- “Points of Contact”
Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS)
“Your Federal Marketing Record”
- Location
- Government Certifications
- Ownership & Self-Certifications
- Web/Email Web Links
- Capabilities Narrative
- Keywords
- General Nature of Business (Industry Codes)
- Bonding Levels
- Quality Assurance Standards
- Size Specifications
- Profile Status
- Past Performance
NOTE: FedBiz Access is not a government agency and is not affiliated with the government. We are a private, third-party business development firm for government contracting registration and consulting services. The Government offers free registration forms at SAM.gov. Fees paid to FedBiz Access are for services as described herein.
I had the pleasure of working with Mya Plant with FedBiz Access. Mya is professional, patient, knowledgeable and extremely helpful in guiding the initial onboarding process. Based on my experience with Mya, I would highly recommend using FedBiz Access for your government contracting needs!
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19:29 17 Nov 24
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18:15 14 Nov 24
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17:07 14 Nov 24
Mya was very helpful in helping me get my capability statement and video done. I highly recomennd FedBiz Access.
Tresa Loudermilk
16:54 14 Nov 24
Ashley Futral was a pleasure to work with. She was kind & extremely patient with me.
Guy Kaoo
20:58 09 Nov 24
My experience with FedBiz was exceptional. My initial interaction with the company was with a gentleman named Sidney, who was informative and clear in his explanation of the features and benefits of hiring FedBiz. Within 24 hours, I was on a discovery call with Kayla - my FedBiz. Kayla was knowledgeable and provided insights and easy-to-follow instructions on how to maximize my profile for optimal results. Since our call, Kayla has followed up with numerous instructional emails and has proven that she is my go-to guide throughout the process of establishing myself within the SAM platform. I feel more confident in my professional presence and trust that I am in very good hands with the team at FedBiz. I'd recommend them to anyone willing to invest in their professional profile and financial future.
Allise Dickson
16:27 28 Oct 24
It was an absolute pleasure dealing with Kayla Starkey. Thank you Kayla!
Patrick Burns
19:16 25 Oct 24
Ashley Futral is my Client Service Specialist - she patiently answers all of my questions! And, please know that I always have a lot of questions, so that I’ll know how all impacts my small businesses “presence and opportunities!”Ashley’s truly a delight to work with, meaning I’m grateful to journey all that must be done through this “weighty” process.Angela Y. ButlerAngela Butler Voice
Angela Y Butler
19:23 16 Oct 24
The service was excellent. Ashley Futral was great.
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23:17 08 Oct 24
The assistance we received from Ashley Futral made the renewal of our SAM registration a quick and uncombersome process. Thank you for the assistance.
Arcelio Hartley
00:39 08 Oct 24
So far, we have had them for one month and they have been great. They are delivering any products that we purchased and definitely hold your hand when it needs to be held through the government paperwork. Mya built our capability statement very quickly, and she listened to every suggestion and ask that we had.As with any company you want to keep track of what you're purchasing to make sure you get the most out of your money. I would recommend fed biz access to another contractor.
Surefire806
20:25 03 Oct 24
It was a great pleasure working with Cecilia morelli, and the entire team at Fedbiz. She was prompt and easy to work with as we navigated the certification process that was completed successfully.
Sambai Rono
18:49 28 Sep 24
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AlexKate Barsamian
19:30 27 Sep 24
Fedbizz Access provided us support in resolving a complex issue with the SAM system. Their expertise and efficient assistance helped me navigate the problem smoothly and reach a successful conclusion.
Joaquin Antonio Garcia Pimentel
22:39 24 Sep 24
Ashley Futral continues to provide exceptional, professional customer service on behalf of our event rental business.
Jim Gutierrez
18:06 24 Sep 24
Our company works with Ashley very closely and she is always such wonderful help!
Kirstin Cleveland
17:06 24 Sep 24
Mya at Fedbiz done my capability statement and it looked so professional and the communication was excellent..I highly recommend her.Ashley at Fedbiz is also amazing. She assisted me with my certifications. She was quick to respond and return my calls/emails. I appreciate Fedbiz so much for making my experience smooth. Ya'll are amazing.
LaTrece Jones
23:04 22 Sep 24
Mya Plant was wonderful to work with. Very professional and responded rapidly. I would recommend her to anyone.
Jeremy Crawford
18:14 20 Sep 24
Kayla was very efficient and professional during completion of SAM renewal
City of Green Isle, MN
20:21 18 Sep 24
I love this company, they have made my life so much easier with the renewal processes. I continue to work with Ashley; she is super professional and very quick witted. Win/win.
Katerina Spilio
20:45 16 Sep 24
I have been working with Ashley Futral for almost four years. She impresses me every time I speak with her over the phone!! She is always very friendly, personable and capable!! She is most excellent at her job!! Thank you Ashley for always providing me with excellent service!!DanDate of Experience: September 11, 2024
Five Element Dragon
21:01 14 Sep 24
Thank you Mya Plant!It was a pleasure collaborating with you on the capability statement. Your professionalism and attention to detail made the process both smooth and enjoyable.I truly appreciate the open communication and support you provided throughout. Your expertise was evident, and I felt that my needs were prioritized at every step. I am more than happy to share my positive experience, as I believe your services will greatly benefit others seeking similar assistance.I look forward to the opportunity to work together again soon!Best regards,Marquita DillardOn behalf of James Mabrey (CEO)YADEJS Inc.
Marquita Dillard
21:32 13 Sep 24
Ashley Futral did a great job in getting us renewed with SAM.gov
Brett Crawford
18:36 12 Sep 24
Great handling of my yearly SAM renewal by Ashley Futral from FedBiz Access. i've used FBA for a few years now and am planning to continue with them, especially with people like Ashley working on my case.
David Harrison
17:11 12 Sep 24
Great professional work from the wonderful people at FedBuz Access!
Anthony Johnson
18:16 11 Sep 24
Extremely happy working with Mya Plant at FedBiz to add value to my small minority business.
Brandon Rollinson
17:31 11 Sep 24
I don’t know what I would have done without Cecelia’s help with the WBENC application process. It was a 5 month process and I could not have run my business and met all of their demands in a timely manner. Cecelia made this very difficult process so much easier, especially with the ever changing requirements.
Lisa Garr
04:10 11 Sep 24
Very helpful and very informative on small business. So grateful to have had Ashley Futral walk me through all steps.
Brandon Rollinson
21:15 10 Sep 24
I am so overjoyed to work with FedBiz! They are extremely professional, responsive and creative. They made this process so easy to understand and I would recommend them to everyone. My team consisted of Josh, Cassie, Ashley and Mya! Thank you all for creating material that presented my business exactly how I envisioned :-)
Mareline Sosa
16:28 04 Sep 24
I am writing to commend Kayla Starkey for the outstanding service she provided during my recent interaction with your firm.From the moment our conversation began, Kayla was incredibly attentive, patient, and professional. What truly stood out was her proactive approach in ensuring that every detail, no matter how small, was addressed.Kayla's knowledge of your products/services was impressive, and she went above and beyond the norm we seem to get used to. It’s refreshing to encounter such a high level of care, so I wanted to take a moment to recognize and appreciate her.Kayla is a credit to your team, and I look forward to continuing to do business with your company.Sincerely,ADG
Anthony Groshong
21:02 30 Aug 24
Ashley F gives top notch customer service! I am so glad she is available to assist us!
Kerry Langley
21:40 28 Aug 24
FedBiz Access is a lifesaver. The people there are extremely helpful, transparent, and straightforward. I worked with Kayla to complete my SAM registration, and, like most government requirements, this one was difficult to navigate on my own. She made it look easy.I recommend any small business that wants to work in the realm of government contracting to call FedBiz Access and ask for Kayla. I will forever be appreciative.
Jacob Petry
13:10 28 Aug 24
Ashley's wealth of knowledge has enlightened me with valuable insights into previously unknown aspects of contracts. From terminology to the entire process and certifications, Ashley's expertise has been truly eye-opening. I am thrilled that Ashley is dedicated to optimizing my SAMs account.
Kenneth Parraway
18:41 20 Aug 24
If only everyone one of us would be as thorough, precise and patient as Ashley.... Thank you Ashley!
Marijan Bajlo
07:30 20 Aug 24
Kayla is excellent to work with. She is very precise and gets everything done very quickly so you are not on the phone too long. Would recommend her as a rep to everyone!
Maria Klembus
12:45 15 Aug 24
Outstanding service by Wayne Ruffin, Mya Plant, and Frank Krebs! All went the extra mile to educate me, support me, and hold me accountable for moving forward in a timely manner. Thank you!
Universal Self-Leadership
19:01 14 Aug 24
Very good company.
Rita Hibbard
12:39 14 Aug 24
It was a pleasure working with Ashley. She is professional, very knowledgeable, and always ready to assist. Happy to continue to do business with FedBiz Access. Highly recommended.
Yulia Ushakova
14:00 12 Aug 24
Mya was excellent to work with, and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended to help with your business opportunities
Christopher Brown
13:35 09 Aug 24
Kayla was very helpful in getting our account setup and a joy to work with!
Paul Smith
11:33 09 Aug 24
Ashley was such an amazing help! She was very patient & kind! We can't thank her enough!
Esther Chacon
21:54 08 Aug 24
Kayla was extremely helpful. She was very professional andhelped get my SAM registration quickly. I can only say thank you.
Logan Exler
19:00 06 Aug 24
Ashley Futral has been so helpful getting me set up in our company account. Couldn't have done it without her.
Tammy Adams
14:26 06 Aug 24
One can get inundated with so many emails for SAM Registration. I chose FedBiz Access to assist me in my renewals. Ashley, my Client Service Specialist, is awesome! Very professional and concise in her knowledge of the registration process. Strongly recommend!
Troy Beseda
14:31 05 Aug 24
Ashley Futral was absolutely amazing in handling my Sam’s re-registration. I originally had hired another company that didn’t give me nearly the service or attention that Ashley and FedBiz have given me. I’m thoroughly pleased with their professionalism, their knowledge as well as their attention to detail. Ashley is 100% the person to work with it when it comes to Sam’s registration. Thank all the help Ashley.
Heath Ray
18:05 02 Aug 24
Ashley Futral is wonderful to work with and has made this process so easy! Loved working with her.
Natalie Hazen
13:37 02 Aug 24
Ashley did an amazing job assisting us through a very complex process. Would recommend FebBiz Access to anyone dealing with Federal Government Contracts.
Kevin Liebman
12:03 02 Aug 24
I had an amazing experience with FedBiz Access! Their customer service and level of professionalism is top-notch and exceeded my expectations. I worked closely with Mya Plant and was completely impressed with her willingness to go the extra mile. Mya demonstrated excellent knowledge and a level of professionalism that helped me feel confident in working with her.I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality service.
Debbie Telfair
02:02 02 Aug 24
Ashley Futral of FedBizAccess does a great job with our government contract accounts.
Ron Lenz
18:50 01 Aug 24
Ashley did an amazing job for our company.
MARK POOLOS
18:30 01 Aug 24
Mya at FedBiz Access is a delight to do business with. Her and this company made my Capability statement look outstanding, polished and very professional, all while getting it to me way before the committed timeframe. Thank you, team. I will continue to do business with you as I start my long journey to State and Federal procurement.
C Hawkins
15:20 31 Jul 24
Sidney and Cassie were absolute CHAMPS and we HIGHLY recommend using them! Working with these fine folks has been a truly pleasant and joyful experience! They alleviated our anxieties, over what seemed like a daunting process for a small business, from the very beginning. The big take-away for us was that they actually spent the important time with us to walk us through the set-up procedures. Their quick response to every question or concerns that we had made the various hoops to jump through easy to maneuver. Within an easy few hours on our part over a couple of days collating our information, we were posted on the site and we can now focus on the webpage content for fine tuning! Their professional boiler-plate web page design looks truly professional and efficient, and we can't wait to finalize our own business information to be seen by the world!
D Waitz
16:05 25 Jul 24
Kayla was super easy to work with and made the renewal process quick and easy!!
Bruce Morris
14:36 23 Jul 24
Very efficient and helpful!
Judy Hively
15:13 18 Jul 24
Extremely easy and a pleasure to work with FedBiz Access. Cecilia Morelli is very proactive and helped me through the process so that it was quick, painless and achieved the desired results rapidly!
Thomas George
16:28 17 Jul 24
Cassie goes above and beyond to insure everything goes smooth with the registration process. Plus, she is always my go-to person with any questions!
Lois Davidson
21:24 10 Jul 24
I worked with Mya and she worked with me on my capability statement for my company. She was extremely helpful and walked me through each step. I highly recommend her and FedBiz Access!
Jesse Silvestro
14:31 04 Jul 24
Mya Plant has been wonderful in the integration process, creating our documents and communicating through the process.
sarah bradley
12:48 01 Jul 24
Cassie Elbanay of FedBizAccess is knowledgeable, polite and she knows what she is doing.
Marc Jeris Louis Jean
18:34 28 Jun 24
Kayla Starkey provided efficient and clear assistance with the registration process. Quick and easy - highly recommended!
Gordon Axt
17:57 27 Jun 24
FedBiz played a pivotal role in enabling our company to navigate the intricacies of certifying our woman-owned business.Our dedicated consultant, Cecelia Morelli, displayed unwavering commitment throughout the process, ensuring we received the necessary guidance at every stage. Her availability extended beyond regular office hours, including weekends, to address any pressing queries. We were equally delighted to share the news with our staff and Ms. Morelli upon receiving our certification, highlighting the exceptional caliber of FedBiz's professionals and services.
Ginna Farris
18:28 18 Jun 24
Working with Mya was a pleasure! She carefully listened to all my feedback on the Capability Statement draft and video, implementing all the necessary changes. Her skill set is truly impressive. I am grateful for her services and would have given her more stars if possible.
Maritsa Brown
17:08 12 Jun 24
Mya did an excellent job at creating my capability statement for my company. She was very knowledgeable and easy to work with!
Gabby Breegle
16:53 12 Jun 24
Kayla is the best! She answers all my questions and makes the process so easy!
Jennifer J
01:39 12 Jun 24
Great connection and conversation with staff! For all your federal needs!FedBiz is the place! I know they help me out!!!
Bobby Anderson
17:28 10 Jun 24
Cassie was great and helped me get everything set up. Thanks so much for everything!
Joshua Smith
20:32 03 Jun 24
Cassie was very knowledgeable, and was very efficient and helpful!
Gabby Breegle
19:46 03 Jun 24
I have been working with Cecelia Morelli on the application process of several certifications & she has been so helpful throughout the long process. Recently we received one of the certifications & I’m grateful for her guidance & communication with me. Highly recommend her!
Deliana Munoz
07:31 01 Jun 24
We at Almighty Electrical Inc. are pleased to highly recommend Cassie A. for her exceptional assistance and expertise in guiding our company through the FedBizAccess sign-up process. Her extensive knowledge and unwavering support made the entire experience seamless and efficient. Cassie is undoubtedly a great asset to her team, and we are grateful for her invaluable help.
Almighty Electrical
13:11 31 May 24
Cecelia is great, very quick to respond and knows her stuff. Love working with her and would highly recommend!
Olga Trusov
15:41 30 May 24
Ashley Futral was a pleasure to deal, she explain the process & was ale to answer all of my questions.
John Flanagan
23:15 29 May 24
My name is John Conner, the President of Conner Communications Corporation. With the help of FedBiz and specifically, Amber Kaplan and her team, we just received our Veteran Owned Certification. Because of the professionalism and experience of FedBiz, the process was easy and painless. We are grateful to FedBiz and Amber for helping us receive our Certification and looking forward to the benefits that it will provide.
John Conner
17:41 29 May 24
Cassie was very helpful and pleasant to work with.
Debbie Fogle
00:13 29 May 24
Cassie Elbanay and the FedBiz team are amazing, and I can always count on them to get the job done fast! Cassie completed this process for the Sheriff's Youth Foundation with a friendly and professional manner. She's awesome!
Jamielyn Flores
22:49 28 May 24
I had the pleasure of being able to work with Cassie Elbaney, Cassie is a true proffesional in her field of customer service. Cassie has always been available at a moments notice to assit me and answer all my questions or concerns that I may have had going through this process of getting set up with this program.Without Cassie I would never been able to do this task on my own.I own my own company for over 40 years and people of Cassie's ability and professionalism in the customer service field is very rare to find these days. I would hire Cassie in a heartbeat.She is a awesome individual to work with, hopefully you can work with Cassie and have the same experience as I did you will not be disappointed.
Gino Novelli
17:19 24 May 24
Cecelia Morelli was outstanding. Her knowledge and willingness to help with this process made the difference. Received approval in record time. thanks very much
Steve Mills
16:34 24 May 24
Cassie Elbanay is a wonderful professional to deal with. She is very proactive in her approach, has an incredible attitude, and communicates very well. I highly recommend her. A GREAT Value. I just recently tasked her with 2 issues and she handled them with incredible precision and in a very timely manner. Her communication skills are top shelf and very timely.
P.J. Hughes
13:06 24 May 24
Mya was such professional and helpful. She completed my capability statement.I love the work thatwasdone.
Leslee Deanes
20:00 23 May 24
I had the pleasure of working with Cassie from FedBizAccess. She was very thorough and VERY organized. Very easy to work with. Thank you!
Alina Roberts
14:12 21 May 24
Cassie deserves a raise, She was so knowledgeable, helpfull , and proffesional with a great personallity. She gave undivided attention to my questions during the registration process. It was a refreshing experience.
Eddy Sandor
19:55 17 May 24
Extremely helpful and efficient! I highly recommend Cassie
Bryttnie Evans
15:33 14 May 24
Cassie Elbanay did a great job of renewing my SAM registration with FED BIZ! She was also instrumental in me switching from a prior affiliate & obtaining my own login information and making me the administrator. Thank you ! - Daryl M.
Daryl Moody
01:21 14 May 24
Cassie is so sweet, efficient and thorough she makes it worth every penny.
Melissa Howard
13:54 13 May 24
Working with Will and Cassie is always an breeze. They make the registration process easy.
Jessica Meyer
16:37 09 May 24
Good customer service, it was a quick process.
Reecy Mc
20:10 08 May 24
Cassie was extremely helpful and made the whole process extremely easy to follow and stress free!
Kevin Solon
07:18 03 May 24
Cassie and Fedbiz was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and responsive throughout the entire process from our initial inquiry through the submission. They made the renewal process easy and fast for us to get through.
Chris Merrill
19:51 30 Apr 24
Wayne Ruffin was very helpful in getting us what we needed for our Federal Contracting upstart. We look forward to this relationship as we move forward.
david scott
13:06 30 Apr 24
Cecelia Morelli has done an outstanding job in helping me elevate my business to the next level. She is very patient with me because I can be a bit much. I thank her so much for her patience, integrity and her knowledge. Outstanding job Cecilia God bless and thank you so much. If I could’ve given you more stars I would have, thank you for keeping me straight 🤗 onto the next venture.
LaTanya Roane
12:40 25 Apr 24
FedBiz ... absolutely essential to the success of my small business, "Write to Influence!" I commend the organization as a whole and Ashley Futral, in particular, who helped me navigate the complex, convoluted, and confusing process known as SAM. An indisputable dynamo -- Ashley is proactive, positive, and oh-so knowledgeable about what info is needed and how to input that into the system. A lucky day when I encountered FedBiz and Ashley! Carla D. Bass, Colonel, USAF (Ret)
carla bass
11:02 23 Apr 24
Ashley Futral did a great job in updating my Sam account. Two thumbs up!Bill T.
Bill Tillman
18:49 20 Apr 24
Ashley was great at solving my issues in a timely fashion!
Steve Pitzer
17:43 20 Apr 24
I had a great experience working with FedBiz Team, I was assigned to Mr Turner, Ms Ashley and their team. They did a great job explaining my business capability registration to me. I felt more informed compared to the previous bad experience I had from another third party company🙏. Thanks for all your effort. RB Hedan Consulting LLC
Bola Obaro
13:55 19 Apr 24
I was lucky enough to work with Cassie from Fedbiz, she was extremely knowledgeable and very patient with me. I had zero clue as to what codes I needed to add to my profile, Cassie walked me through the entire process. I am extremely grateful for her, looking forward to continue to work with her and use her expertise. I highly recommend Cassie.
Steve Lindsey
14:02 18 Apr 24
FAQ
What is SAM.gov?
System for Award Management (SAM.gov) is an official U.S. Government website used by businesses to:
- Register (or Renew) to do business with the United States Government
- Update and/or check status of your business or entity registration
- For searching a business/entity registration
- Not that SAM.Gov has consolidated a number of previously separate websites, you can Search for assistance listings, wage determinations, contract opportunities, and contract data reports (formerly done on FPDS.gov).
- View and submit Service Contract Reports
- Access and view award data
Who evaluates my registrations?
Contracting Officers, Program Managers, Small Business Advocates, Prime Contractors…Anyone making a buying decision within the federal contracting market is going to review your organization’s federal registrations as a way to evaluate and grade you. In order to compete, you must have a solid foundation. That starts with your federal registrations.
What is my biggest risk?
Your biggest risk is completing your federal registrations without professional support. Why? Because the federal contracting market is extremely competitive. You will be competing against companies with significant experience, past performance, and skill. The only way to compete in this market is to ensure every aspect of your approach is results-oriented, starting with your federal registrations. Only with professional guidance can you be sure you are competitive.
When do buyers review registrations?
Buyers review registrations at different times for different reasons. They use them to find vendors for micro-purchase (credit card) orders. They conduct required market research to find new and/or small businesses. They use them to evaluate an organization prior to award. Evaluations and decisions are made at the beginning, middle, and final stages of federal acquisitions.
Where do buyers look?
At certain stages of every federal acquisition, government buyers are required to conduct market research. Among other places, they typically refer to the System for Award Management (SAM) and Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) to conduct this research. If your profiles are not optimized, you risk either being (a) not visible, or (b) not competitive.
Why is optimization important?
1 in 5 registered businesses is currently considered ineligible for government contracts because of mistakes or omissions in their registrations. Of 600+ federally registered organizations recently surveyed by American Express regarding federal contracting, 87% stated they’ve never won a contract. The average small business spends between $60,000 and $138,000 in pursuit of their first federal contract victory. Federal registration optimization is the first step in ensuring you are not included in any of these three statistics.
What are contract opportunities?
Contract opportunities are federal business opportunities available through SAM.gov (or, third-party solutions that allow you to pinpoint contracting opportunities specific to your business, such as the Market Intel Database). Opportunities available on SAM.gov are always greater than $25,000 and registered organizations can compete to win federal contracts.
How do I ensure I’m competitive?
To be competitive, your organization must be committed to taking a results-oriented approach to every aspect of your federal contracting market strategy. Being competitive for federal contracts requires more than just optimized registrations. However, if your registrations are error free, complete, and visible, your foundation for success will be strong. Competitiveness starts with your registrations.