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SAM Registration & Renewal

Your first step to winning federal contracts. fed.net handles your System for Award Management registration end-to-end — filed correctly, monitored, and kept active.

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$776B+
Federal contracts awarded in FY2024
27,000+
Clients served nationwide
$36B+
In government awards for our clients
14–21 days
Typical SAM activation time
Government Registration Support

SAM & SBS — done right the first time.

fed.net is a leader in third-party registrations and renewals for U.S. federal registrations in the System for Award Management (SAM). Our team has completed thousands of SAM registrations for over 27,000 clients representing $36 billion in government awards.

80% of registered contractors in SAM have an incomplete registration, and that is the reason they do not receive any calls from government buyers. An incomplete registration means an empty DSBS, which makes you invisible to the buyers who are looking for what you sell.

Your first step in registering to compete for $600B+ in federal contracts:

SAM – System for Award Management
SBS – Small Business Search
Aligned, optimized, competitive, and verified profiles

Don't risk critical mistakes

Save Time

Save hours navigating SAM.gov and the SBA portal
Ensure your records are properly aligned across systems
We complete your optimized SAM & DSBS profiles for you

Continued Support

Registration amendments as needed
Expiration reminders & auto-alerts
Additional marketing services available

Stop Losing Money

Avoid incomplete or inaccurate information
Don't get screened out of contract opportunities
Don't lose out on valuable federal contracts
Choose your package

Two ways to work with us

Registration is the foundation. From there, most clients move into one of two packages depending on whether they need the tools to get visible or the tools plus the education to grow.

Most popular
Simplified Acquisition Package
The SAP
$2,999/ 3-month package

Everything you need to get registered, get visible, and get in front of the government buyers who are actively searching for what you sell.

Complete SAM.gov entity registration
Optimized DSBS / Small Business Search profile
Capability statement
Fed.net profile
Dedicated case manager
GovDar contract search (3 months, then $300/mo)

GovDar continues at $300/month after the first 3 months. Book a call to confirm your eligibility and get started.

Growth Package
Tools plus education

Everything in the SAP, plus the market research, data, and guided education to actively pursue opportunities.

Everything in the Simplified Acquisition Package
Market research and buyer targeting
GovDar data access
Email and outreach campaigns
Guided education on the acquisition process

A dedicated case manager helps you understand the process and select the right path before any payment is made.

Questions about the packages? .

What we file

Every field, handled for you

SAM – System for Award Management
Your Federal Accounting Record
Login Creation
Entity Registration & Bid Eligibility Registration
Validation of your Unique Entity ID (UEI SAM)
Business information (TIN, CAGE code, organization structure)
Financial information (Electronic Funds Transfer setup)
Goods and Services (NAICS codes, PSC codes)
FAR / DFARS Representations and Certifications
Points of Contact
Proceedings details
Disaster Relief (FEMA) information
SBS – Small Business Search
Your Federal Marketing Record

The SBS (formerly DSBS) allows federal agencies and prime contractors to search for and find your business. We build and optimize your profile so contracting officers can find and select you.

Location & profile status
Government certifications & ownership self-certifications
Capabilities narrative & keywords
General nature of business (industry codes)
Bonding levels & quality assurance standards
Size specifications & past performance
Web & email links
Set-aside certifications

Unlock exclusive contracting programs

If you qualify for a set-aside program, a significant portion of federal contracts are reserved specifically for your category of business. We handle the certification filing.

Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB)
Minority-Owned Business (MBE)
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
HUBZone Certification
8(a) Business Development Program
Native American-Owned Business

Not sure if you qualify? .

Included with every registration

More than just a filing

Filing is the easy part. Knowing what to do with your registration is where most businesses get stuck. That is why we bundle real tools into every package.

GovDar Contract Search
Live solicitations filtered to your NAICS codes. Find out exactly which contracts you should be bidding on.
Included
Dedicated Case Manager
One person owns your registration for the full year. Reachable by phone and email, not a ticket queue. Someone who knows your account.
Included
Fed.net Profile
Your business gets listed in the searchable federal contractor directory. Contracting officers and primes can find and vet you before issuing a solicitation.
Included
Questions

Common questions about SAM registration

Can I register on SAM.gov for free myself?

Yes — the government does not charge to register. But the portal has many moving pieces and one error can delay activation by weeks, or get your registration rejected entirely. We handle the filing, monitor it through the review process, and fix anything that comes back.

How long does SAM activation take?

Most registrations go active within 14–21 business days after submission. Some require additional government review and can take longer. Your case manager monitors the status and flags any issues immediately.

What if my registration was already rejected or lapsed?

We can pick up where you left off. Your case manager reviews the rejection or lapse notice, corrects the issue, and resubmits. We handle amendments too — business name changes, EFT updates, ownership changes, and more.

Do I need a CAGE code to register?

A CAGE code is assigned by the government during the SAM registration process if you do not already have one. Your case manager handles this as part of your registration.

What is the Small Business Search (SBS) profile?

SBS (formerly DSBS) is your federal marketing record. It allows contracting officers and prime contractors to search for and find your business. We build and optimize your SBS profile alongside your SAM registration.

Does fed.net charge for renewals?

SAM registration must be renewed annually. We offer annual renewal service to keep your registration current and active. Your case manager reaches out before expiration and handles the entire renewal process.

Is fed.net a government agency?

No. fed.net is a private, third-party business development firm for government contracting registration and consulting services. The government offers free registration directly at SAM.gov. Fees paid to fed.net are for the services described on this page.

Note: fed.net 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 fed.net are for the services described on this page.

Ready to get registered?

Let us handle SAM.gov for you.

Book a free 15-minute call and your case manager will walk you through exactly what is involved — no payment required to start.

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