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- Step-by-step walkthrough to get you registered so you can start winning contracts and grants from the US government. This video walks you through how to register and answers all the FAQs, so you don’t waste time having to figure this stuff out for yourself!
Are you a business owner looking to bid on government contracts or apply for government grants? Look no further! Our comprehensive tutorial will guide you through the complex SAM.gov registration process step-by-step.
Learn everything you need to know about how to register in SAM.gov in 2023, including navigating the website, the new Entity Validation requirements, and finding your NAICS codes, so that you can start bidding on government contracts and securing new revenue streams for your business.
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How to Register Your Business
How to Get Validated in SAM.gov
SAM registration requirements
SAM.gov Registration 2023
Validating Your Entity in SAM.gov
SAM Registration Walkthrough
SAM Verification Walkthrough
SAM.gov Registration Training
How long does SAM approval take?
SAM.gov How-To Guide
SAM Registration User Guide 2023
System for Award Management (SAM) tutorial
login.gov
How to pass SAM Entity Validation
What is a Unique Entity ID (UEI)?
How to Get a Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov
How to get your UEI?
What is a CAGE code? How to get a CAGE code
How to find your NAICS Codes
How to certify as a small business
How to submit your notarized letter
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Thank you so much! This is one of the most informational, clear and concise video I’ve seen on how to register. Great content!
This truly has been a very helpful course on how to register. It is very professionally done. KUDOS to the author of this video. 5Stars.
Thank you so much. You are very good instructor. I wish you did every video for the government. Im not sure why they make things so difficult.
You are the best! You are so good at explaining instructions. I am looking forward to seeing all your videos going forward. Thank you so much!❤😊
Thanks! They've actually made some changes to the SAM.gov website, so I'll be posting an updated version of this video shortly
Had to come to add a comment about how seamless you made this process. I so appreciate the time that you took to do the step by step walkthrough. So helpful! *liked, shared and subscribed*!
Thank you very much! You are doing God's work. Sending nothing but blessings and good energy your way!
You are Wonderful. I watched from Beg to End. "Subscribed!"
Excellent info! Very clear step by step. I feel very encouraged right now. Thank you.
You are a LIFESAVER I have been trying to do this for weeks
They changed the SAM website so i've remade the video. The new video will be posted Monday. Watch that one, so that when you go through the registration process at SAM.gov, you'll see exactly what i'm showing in the video.
I noticed I did the similar steps looking foward for the new video.
Thank you so much. You are an excellent tutor. You are just a beautiful and kind individual and your voice motivates me. Thank you so much. I am learning so much here.
This video was amazing. I had no idea on how to register to bid on government contracts. With your detailed video I'm registered to bid on government contracts. Now what I need to do.
My course explains the steps, and of course, it's completely free on TH-cam. Watch it here: th-cam.com/play/PLsPU_DAGB86_va5G7RmM6r1ZyuhxpYaGN.html
Right on time. Thanks for updating for 2023
Unbelievable, you are “FANTASTIC!”
This is amazing!!! 1 million thanks!!! You Rock!!! Great information!!!
Thank you so much for this video. Very helpful. I had to submit for my UEI today.
I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL .I KNOW YOU REALLY REALLY CARE ABOUT YOUR AUDIENCE LEARNING
THANK YOU🙏😇
Thank you!!! This was so great and detailed. Exactly what I was looking for!!!
Do you have a video about U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index? I got a “hint” for my grandmother and Ancestry wants me to pay to access it. Is there a way to access it for free?
This lady is amazing!
Absolutely, without a doubt, a great video!
Thank you for the kind words, but, they changed the SAM website, so i remade the video so that what you see in the video exactly matches what's on the screen in SAM. When you're ready to register, follow along with this new video so that the video exactly matches what you see in SAM: th-cam.com/video/ZPtYkndW8vQ/w-d-xo.html
You make the best step-by-step videos 👍
Thank you, but note that they have changed the SAM registration website so I remade the video to match what the website looks like now. Here's the new version: th-cam.com/video/ZPtYkndW8vQ/w-d-xo.html
Thank you very much for your rapid response and I look forward to the new video! Cheers!
Omg there’s ppl charging for this info thanks! Blessings
Great video! Thank you for putting this together
Most sincerely, thank you for the information.
Great informational video, thank you!
This video was incredibly helpful! I have a small-business/LLC that I'm trying to take to the next level with government contracting. However, as of now, I'm my only employee. Being that there is only one employee (myself) in my business can I still register for SAMS? I'm hoping that I can use a contract to hire more employees.
Yes, you can register at SAM. When it asks you number of employees, enter 1.
I appreciate how informative the video was. As someone keen on venturing into government contracting, I have some questions that I hope you can answer. It would be great if you could provide your contact information so I can reach out to you for further advice. Thank you.
You are wonderful, thank you for all your videos.
Very helpful! I cannot determine if our Entity has been registered or not
Hello im not sure if you are still checking the comments....I was in the middle of looking up the naics code and it logged me out. When I try to go to work space and use work in progress it shows 0. When i try to start all the way over and get the unique entity...its now giving me a error message. Ive tried chatting and no one answers...would you possibly have any other suggestions
Best video so far!!
Thank you! This was very helpful and easy to follow. Do you offer a consulting servioce to help entrepreneurs better navigate this process? If so I would be very interested.
Thank you so muchhhhh I got stuck on annual receipts
Thank you! This is very helpful.
Thank you for the information, but I do have a question. Ok, for the EIN you show going to the IRS site. I was under the influence I needed to go to something like legalzoom. If going through the way you showed us will be free, will they also take care of the taxes at the end of the year, or will I need to ?
I think you are the best teacher ever!!! thanks so much for this information. I have started my registration, but I am still having issues obtaining my UEI number. not sure what I am doing wrong. mine says: "Pending ID Assignment".
I think you probably did it right. Watch your emails carefully. They'll send you an email to let you know the next steps.
Great content! Did the site get updated? The options that I see are totally different from the ones you were referring to from the "Get Started" page.
It looks the same to me. Do you see the green Get Started button? What do you see?
Great video with a wealth of information, Thank you very much for doing this ...
My pleasure. I'm glad it was helpful!
Thank you for providing this info.
hi, help I cannot pass the load document after selecting the document also with the attachment. The next button isn't highlighted, nor can I move forward.
When you are uploading your documents, select the document type, and then check the boxes to indicate the information that's contained in the document. If the document contains multiple pieces of information, then check multiple boxes. Attach as many documents as you need to verify all your information. But be sure to check the boxes! The Next button will not be highlighted until all of the boxes are checked.
Thank you so much for making this video new subscriber here
💥💥THIS IS FANTASTIC! I'm stuck - I can enter my home address, but all of my paperwork (bank statements, incorporation papers) has my work address, which is a UPS Store. If PO boxes aren't allowed, how do I get past this hurdle?
You can register using your home address. Just explain that you're using the PO Box for mail. Lots of companies do this, so they've seen this before.
I just went through this. All my stuff is also my mailing address. So what I did was only changed my business bank account to my home address. Everything else that has my mailing address on my documents I left it and uploaded my bank statement that showed my physical address and entity name and that allowed me to go through.
Can you save your work midway through the application process?
Greatly appreciated
I absolutely appreciate what you do, you're a tremendous help. I have a question, right now I am waiting for my entity verification. What is the function "My Roles"? I'm a sole proprietorship/DBA and I'm my only employee as of now. Do I need whatever that means?😊
Roles is something used by large companies that want to assign different roles to different employees. You'll be the entity administrator for your entity, and you don't need to worry about assigning other roles to other people
@@FedAccess Thank You🙏🚀🌼
So how are you able to conceal your address from the public if you can't use a P.O. Box or a virtual address? If you're working out of your home you don't want any random person/company having access to your home address.
Use a registered agent address or buy a virtual address
@@tewanerjohnson1223 That’s what my comment said (a virtual address) and that’s what I was trying to clarify with @fedaccess. So it sounds like the answer to my ORIGINAL question is YES, you can use a virtual address WITH a PO Box as long as there is a PHYSICAL address attached to it. I thought that was a clear simple question but I guess not.
Upon singing in, can I still use my business name & email for that?
Question.
I just won my first bid as a reseller.
Does my company name need to be on the shipping label from the manufacturer?
I would carefully read the contract looking for what it says the packaging and marking requirements are
Thank you for your videos, I want to bid on a variety of projects so should I put hundreds of naic codes? My plan is to be the middle man coordinating and making a markup.
Look at it from your buyer's perspective. They are looking to hire a company that is an expert in the field. No small business could possibly be an expert in hundreds of different fields.
Hello FedAccess!
Hope all is well with You and Your Family!
POWERFUL Video!
I thank You soooo much for sharing!
Just got a quick question:
You mentioned “receipts”.
My LLC is band new, how do I handle that? Do I put $0?
Any help would be GREATLY APPRECIATED!
Hope to hear from You soon!
Thank You and God Bless!
Last time I checked, SAM would not accept 0 for receipts, but any number greater than 0 works
Will it be a big error if I accidentally clicked on government entity at start? Everything else was correct
Thank you so very much.
Hello I just wanted to thank you for your very detailed and helpful information I do have a question, if you used your home address as the physical address will this hinder you from getting contracts on any level?
it's no problem. Lots of companies are managed from a home office
Thank you so much for your quick response
After submitting my registration, in the Entity Workspace there's a box that says "Continue Entity Validation" and "You have no active FSD incidents. You can continue entity validation now." There's a button that says "Update Entity". Are we expected to click on this and add more information, or is this just provided in case we want to changing the information that we already entered?
It sounds like you have not completed your registration. Click the button and continue entering your information. You want the workspace to show Active Registration. Sounds like you are not there yet.
Thanks so much for dropping this gem on us! One question though, how long does it take for the initial approval before they ask for additional information (NAICS code, Banking info, etc)?
It varies, sometimes a day or two, sometimes a week or more
This video was perfect. I received my Unique Entity ID instantly but you did not give directions as to what to do afterwards. The video was geared towards those who had to wait on an email. I’m stuck not knowing what to do next. My workspace says ID Assigned but not Active Registration. Any pointers as to how to continue with registration? Thank you tremendously for your help❤
Try this: go to your Entity Management Workspace and Update your registration.
Hello, I will publish videos that will explain the SAM registration process step by step, starting from UEI.
wonderful video, thank you.
Thank you, but note that they have changed the SAM registration website so I remade the video to match what the website looks like now. Here's the new version: th-cam.com/video/ZPtYkndW8vQ/w-d-xo.html
Hello. I just started my registration. How do I create the MPIN? You mentioned it’s necessary. Thanks!
It will prompt you to create one as you go through the webpages to complete your registration.
Amazing!
Very interesting. Thank You❤
thank u for your guiding. i got a unique entity id and cage code , now what's next
This explains it! How to Become a Government Contractor | Complete Course for Beginners: th-cam.com/play/PLsPU_DAGB86_va5G7RmM6r1ZyuhxpYaGN.html
I spent months gathering info to start a business around government contracting only to be told as a fed employee, I don't have the ability to do so.Its double dipping, then others are but can't advise on the verbiage that exempts you from legalities. I'm stumped confused and stuck. Then noone knows how to start contracting on the city, state level and I don't have 1000s to spend on information and I don't mind researching but I just don't have a clue Any suggestions?
I would start by searching for outreach events to attend. These events are great ways to start meeting people and building those connections you need to get started
You are so good at explaining everything!! Thank you!! Just registered and waiting for completion! Can I cater to multiple NACIS codes being a subcontractor?
Yes, for many companies, the work they do falls under more than one NAICS code
Could you make a video on renewing your entity? We used USFCR to setup initially but they let our registration expire/have not had good communication. I'm trying to register my inactive business and some of the questions are different.
Hello, I will publish videos that will explain the SAM registration process step by step, starting from UEI.
Hi love your content! Do you have a video on how to find your ncage code?
If you haven't found it yet, I can help.
This is very helpful
Hi, thanks so much for posting these videos, they're a huge help! Quick question, my entity name in SAM is upper and lower case but my name on my IRS EIN registration is all upper case. Besides case, the names match perfectly. Do you think this could cause an IRS TIN Match Validation Failure with SAM registration?
I would go ahead and try to register. I think it will probably work.
I just started my LLC in March of this year. I have no receipts to show because I am a new entity. Can I still register in Sam? I am starting a janitorial business. Can I use the number of employees (right now it's just me) to register with my janitorial business not being a manufacturing business?
I've heard from several people with new businesses who have successfully registered in SAM using this process.
@@FedAccess im in the same situation but dont understand the reply. Do we put the amount according to our naics code in for reciept? for example.... if one has one employee, with a new enity that has not made any money yet, should one put $22million since thats the amount for standard for naics code 561720?
I registered an LLC in Washington just so that I could apply for a NASA NIAC award. I'm the only person/employee/partner of this LLC. When they ask "What is the form of your entity as defined by the IRS?" There seems to be no choice in their list that matches well. Should I select "other"?
I can't see the exact question you're asking about, but i suspect basically they're asking how you file your taxes with the IRS. For example, if you file as a sole proprietor, you could select that.
does what state you register with sam affect your possibilities for contracts? does the state registration affect anything?
At a high level, you just need to be registered to get a contract. Your physical address might make a difference, if you were going after a contract and they wanted a local contractor, but your address can be different from your state of formation
Do you do one on one calls? I have zero experience and don’t know where to start.
Hello, I will publish videos that will explain the SAM registration process step by step, starting from UEI.
In the "Proceedings Question" section, they ask "Is your business or organization, as represented by the Unique Entity ID on this entity registration, responding to a Federal procurement opportunity that contains the provision at FAR 52.209-7, subject to the clause in FAR 52.209-9 in a current Federal contract, or applying for a Federal grant opportunity which contains the award term and condition described in 2 C.F.R. 200 Appendix XII?" There's no option to respond with "I have no idea what the hawk your talking about." Can you explain how one should answer this, assuming that we do not what to start reading through hundreds of procurement opportunity and grant opportunity documents to see if they mention these FARs?
Easiest thing is probably just to say, Yes
@@FedAccess Well this turned out to be a fatal issue for me. I answered "No" so they decided not to issue me a CAGE code, and that stopped me from being able to use my organization during the grant application process. I missed the application deadline because I guessed incorrectly on this impossible to answer question.
How to make the account? after entering the data, there is a page which asks for the roles & entity & different things. Can you help ? for now i just skipped that.
Hello, I will publish videos that will explain the SAM registration process step by step, starting from UEI.
I recently registered for my SAMS account, and I got an email back about my CAGE code they’re needing a few things and I’m confused about a couple of them. It seems they’re not linking my gmail email, also it’s asking a few things about the POC I will post it here.
In order for CAGE to process this registration, please answer the following questions about the POC data provided:
• Is each POC an owner, officer, employee or partner of the company/organization? We do NOT accept a Government Business POC listed as the company name, department, division or any federal agency contracting official I do not want to be rejected what am I supposed to answer? I’m single member LLC. Thank you!
Here's what some single member LLCs do. The owner of the LLC lists themselves as the POC. You can list the same person for each of the different POCs they ask for. In that case, when they ask, is each POC an owner, the answer is Yes.
Hello, I will publish videos that will explain the SAM registration process step by step, starting from UEI.
Great video, Always appreciate your work. I have question how do I write and post a statement of capability? Can any company post a statement of capability or do you have to be classified as a small business?
If you're referring to posting your capabilities in the SBA's Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS), then, yes, you have to be classified as a small business. The video walks through how to do this.... For your Primary NAICS Code, list a code for which your business qualifies as small. Some of the NAICS Codes have large size standards, up to 1500 employees or $47 million. Can you find a code for which your business qualifies as Small?
@@FedAccess Thank you so much for your answer. And yes we do have a NAICS code but we are a nonprofit assisting the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard. The SBA will NOT allow us small business status because we are tax-exempt. I thought any company could post a statement of capabilities. Again thank you for your quick response.
@@waynecmontgomery Are you missing out on small business contract opportunities? Have you thought about setting up a new for-profit entity to bid on small business contracts?
@@FedAccess We already have a for-profit company set up in the United Kingdom that is registered with SAM as a subcontractor to us. However, the government has ruled that we are NOT a small business. We have 2 contracts with the government (Navy and NSA). The name of the firm is Sanborn Analytics we use a lot of college kids and professors to complete our work.
Is it possible to win a government contract if you don't have a CAGE code just a UEI number?
You do need an active registration in SAM and a CAGE code in order to get a government contract
This was really a great video - one of the best step by steps!
They changed the SAM website after I made this, so be sure to watch my 2024 version on this video
CAN NEWLY REGISTER BUSINESS can change work with fed contracts ? i dont want mix my existing construction company with same
You can change and do different work for government contracts, however, bear in mind that when you bid on contracts they will ask you to provide relevant past performance experience
What if the entity's an LLC? Should it still be uploaded on the " corporation" link?
It depends on where you are in the process, what is the exact question they are asking ?
Thank you so much for all the info, I'm learning so much with you. I followed step by step and got an email saying entity not found. I don't know why. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance
Yes, that's what the first email says. It probably says Entity Not Found, and also says, an Incident has been opened on your behalf. Then in another few days, you'll receive another email from them with next steps.
@@FedAccess Thank you so much
I’m at the very first page and it says entity then uei, lbn then next line says role. Idk what to put in those. And the last row says domain. Also what is a good entity name? Idk what kind of micro contracts I’ll find so I don’t want to put a name that restricts me from bidding in certain things.
They changed the website so I remade the video on how to register, you'll find the new version here: th-cam.com/video/ZPtYkndW8vQ/w-d-xo.html. However, it sounds like you haven't formed your business yet. You'll need to form the business first, before you can register the business in SAM. Many people choose generic names that will allow the business to expand in new directions over time.
@@FedAccess yes I’m still on the first step. So what would be a general name so I don’t exclude my opportunities in the future. And by by role and domain what do they mean? Thank you for taking the time to respond.
Mines shows different
Wow, your video is very informative.
I have a question..
What if my husband entity LLC registered in Colorado in 2012 but now we moved to Florida as he is tired from the US Air Force( 24yrs) now Veteran and got an IT degree.
Now doing business in Florida as a foreign entity with Florida Physical home address.
Do we need to provide both Start entity records and Florida foreign entity records?
What if we change the Entity name in Colorado state and Florida? They need that record too..
Or just open New Entity (LLC) in Florida - to make it easy registration approval.
I am going to talk about the local PTAC as well...but love to get your advice too.
Thanks so much.
What you describe is not unusual so I'm sure they've run across this before. To register, submit all the paperwork, and include a detailed note that explains everything to them.
@@FedAccess Thanks for your feedback and I will talk to Orlando PTAC office too..
I loved your very informative videos.
We are new to the government process but I am on it.
Take care.
Thank you for this video. I don't know what I'm doing wrong, I have try to register, for two, years now, and I have received emails, I have one in my inbox today, but I'm still not getting what I'm doing wrong. Anyway thank you so much for all you do.
You may want to contact the help desk. You can chat with them at FSD.gov
@@FedAccess Thank you
Do you have to be registered in SAM before you can respond to Sources Sought as-well?
When you start your registration, they will assign you a UEI fairly quickly. Then put the UEI on your Sources Sought response
This was an awesome tutorial. I have a question. I need to complete questions regarding a certificate of origin. I only been submitting bids for 2 months. A officer reached out to me and said I need to submit this and they will evaluate my bid after I submit it. I just have to fill in the blanks but should I enter the name of 2 countries, if parts were manufactured from 2 different countries. Or will this disqualify me. Because they ask for country of origin and not countries. I am learning how a sensitive the fed gov is and I am
Afraid that I may get disqualified from winning this bid. Thank you.
Do you fully understand the government's requirements in this regard? If you are unclear on this, please reach out to your local PTAC. They have people there who can help you understand the government's requirements, and their help is free.
@@FedAccess Ok, thank you!
Thank you for sharing a very informative video can you help me to register my business with SAM
Can you add another link for the template of the notarized letter please?
www.fsd.gov/gsafsd_sp?id=gsafsd_kb_articles&sys_id=78e7a41d1be6bd1034ec0dcce54bcb8c
Is answering all FAR responses required to complete registration?
Yes
Can you bid on contracts that are part of you naics code???
You can bid on any contract. If the NAICS code isn't one you've listed in your SAM registration, I suggest you go back into SAM and add that NAICS code
All of my documents say that I am registered with the IRS and the state as an LLC (I am a "registered agent" according to the state), but I can't get a CAGE code when I put in my business name as an LLC. It's stating that I may need to enter my actual name and then my LLC as a DBA. Is this accurate? I already have my UEI and I pass the TIN validation for my LLC. I'm stuck on the CAGE part.
Is your company a single member disregarded entity? that may be the issue, or the question they are asking. I would reply to the email from the CAGE people and ask them for clarification.
@@FedAccess they said that the "organization type" I chose when registering with SAM was wrong compared to how I'm filed with the Secretary of State. When they kick my application back, I'll have to look at that and change it.
what if you can not provided Annual Receipts because it a new business?
Last time I checked, SAM required that you enter a number of at least $1 for annual receipts in order to submit your registration. You can register with a small number like $1.
How soon after getting out UEI code, will we receive our cage code? Is there anything extra we have to do to receive the cage after getting the UEI?
After you receive your UEI, you'll go back into SAM and complete your registration. Once you submit your registration, I've heard from people that it is taking 2-4 weeks for the registration to become Active.
@@FedAccess Thank you!
NOTICE: the government changed the SAM website so i've updated this video. Watch the new version here: th-cam.com/video/ZPtYkndW8vQ/w-d-xo.html
Does SAM stand for something ?
System for Award Management
I have a P.O. Box that is located and attached to a physical address, it's not just a stand alone P.O. Box. Is that acceptable?
They are going to want a physical address
@@FedAccess It is a physical address, however, if the suite and box number aren't listed I won't receive the mail. Is that acceptable? Or can I use the P.O. Box with my BUSINESS registration in SAM (not the general account registration)? Since other people/businesses can look up a company's address I'm trying to understand how/where I can guard my privacy?
I'm making a video on the privacy issue right now. Look for it next Monday
Where do I get an Administrator letter?
If they ask you to submit a letter, go to FSD.gov to find the letter template. Note that they have changed the registration process, so you may wish to watch my 2024 version of this video.
I did everything you said step by step but each time i check the status its, entity already registered, I have a UEI, but i dont have the cage code... it's been 3-4 weeks..
If you go to the website fsd.gov, you can chat with them and ask them what the status is. It could be that you need to do something, so it's worth asking them
@@FedAccess thank you so much!! i figured it out!!
Without awareness i login instead of get started, now how to log out please reply to sort out the issue
On the government website SAM.gov, select Sign In and login to the site. Then, click where it says Get Started. Watch my video for a step by step walkthrough on how to do this.
how can multiple employees research sam solicitations?
This video shows how to search SAM. You dont need an account to do it, so any of your employees can search SAM: th-cam.com/video/XaUuS3Fm4aw/w-d-xo.html
@@FedAccess Thank you!
@@FedAccess Thank you!