FPPOFinal Rule

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

Finance & BankingOther

Summary

This regulation clarifies the rules that companies and organizations must follow when registering in the federal government's System for Award Management (SAM) before they can bid on federal contracts. The update aims to make the registration process clearer and more consistent for businesses seeking to work with the government.

Key Points

  • 1Companies bidding on federal contracts must complete their registration in SAM before submitting proposals, and this rule clarifies exactly what that registration process requires
  • 2The regulation removes confusion about conflicting requirements that existed in previous versions of the rules
  • 3Organizations need to provide accurate business information and maintain current registrations to remain eligible for government contracts
  • 4The rule affects any business, nonprofit, or contractor hoping to work on federal government projects
  • 5Clearer requirements help level the playing field so more organizations can successfully compete for government work

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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