DODFinal Rule

Federal Acquisition Regulation: Clarification of System for Award Management Preaward Registration Requirements

Finance & BankingOther

Summary

The Department of Defense is clarifying rules about how companies must register in the federal government's System for Award Management before they can bid on military contracts. This regulation makes the registration requirements clearer so that businesses know exactly what they need to do to compete for government work.

Key Points

  • 1Companies bidding on Department of Defense contracts must complete their registration in the System for Award Management before submitting proposals
  • 2The regulation clarifies what information companies need to provide and when they need to provide it to avoid delays or rejection of their bids
  • 3This affects any business—large or small—that wants to sell products or services to the military
  • 4The clearer rules reduce confusion and help ensure the bidding process is fair and efficient for all companies
  • 5Companies should review their registration status now to make sure they meet all requirements before bidding on future contracts

Key Dates

Published

August 7, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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