SAM.gov registration & solicitation search
Register to do business with the U.S. government, then search active federal procurement opportunities.
Search SAM.gov solicitations
Enter criteria below to open SAM.gov with a pre-filtered search.
Or browse active solicitations here with agency, package details and response deadlines already laid out.
1. Get a Unique Entity ID
Before registering in SAM.gov, obtain your free Unique Entity ID from SAM.gov. This 12-character identifier replaces the legacy DUNS number and is required for every federal award.
2. Complete SAM.gov Registration
Create an account at SAM.gov, start a new entity registration, and provide your legal business name, TIN/EIN, CAGE code request, and NAICS codes. Most registrations are active within 2–8 business days.
3. Search & Respond to Solicitations
Use SAM.gov Contract Opportunities to search active solicitations by keyword, NAICS, set-aside, agency, or place of performance. Save searches to receive email alerts.
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