Get Started with Sam
Registration is required to bid on federal contract awards or receive assistance directly from the federal government. You can also request a Unique Entity ID (UEl) without having to complete a registration. Both submitting a registration and receiving a UEl are free, but will require materials including core data, representations and certifications.
Read the descriptions of each action below to determine which path is best for you:
Get Started with Registration and the Unique Entity ID
Submitting a registration and getting a Unique Entity ID are FREE.
Register Your Entity or Get a Unique Entity ID
Register your entity or get a Unique Entity ID to get started doing business with the federal government.
Before You Get Started
Review these steps to choose which option is right for you. You can register to bid and apply for federal awards or you can request a Unique Entity ID only without having to complete a registration.
- About Registration
- Set up a SAM.gov Account
- Prepare Your Data
- Get Started
Already Registered?
You must renew your registration every 365 days to keep it active. You can make updates to your registration anytime or during renewal. If you're already registered, you already have a Unique Entity ID.
Registration FAQs
Resources
Video: Entity Registration
Customer Service
Registration Status
Registration can take up to 10 business days to become active.
Federal Service Desk
For technical issues, you can search for your question or submit a web form anytime at the Federal Service Desk.
Hours of Live Help Operation: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET
Available Services:
- Live Chat
- Call
APEX Accelerators (formerly known as PTACs)
APEX Accelerators (formerly known as PTACs) is an official government contracting assistance resource for small business. Find your local APEX Accelerators (formerly known as PTACs) to get free help completing registration in SAM.gov.