How much does it cost to register on SAM.gov?
The short answer
Registering on SAM.gov costs $0. It is completely free, today and always — it is the U.S. government's official system for businesses that want to sell products or services to the government or receive federal funds. If a website or caller wants to charge you $300, $500 or more to 'register you on SAM,' that's a scam: they are charging for something the government does for free. So why do so many businesses pay for help? Because the registration steps must match your official records exactly (legal name, address, EIN), it includes an entity validation that can take up to 10 business days, and it must be renewed every year. One error leaves your registration inactive right when a contract opportunity appears. Our service is preparing and completing your registration correctly — not charging you for the registration itself.
What you need to register
- Your business's exact legal name and physical address
- Your EIN
- Your UEI number (generated for free during SAM.gov registration)
- Your NAICS codes: the 6-digit codes describing what your business sells or does
- A business bank account to receive electronic payments
Frequently asked questions
Is it really free? Why do others charge?
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Yes, it's free. Private companies charge to "handle" the process and sometimes pose as the government. Official registration happens only on SAM.gov and costs nothing — not the initial registration and not the annual renewal.
How long does registration take?
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The forms themselves take little time, but entity validation can take up to 10 business days. We recommend registering before the contract you want is posted, not after.
Does the registration expire?
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Yes. You must renew it every year to keep it active. If it lapses, you cannot receive federal contracts or payments until you renew.
Does my business need to be registered to sell to the government?
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Yes — you need your business registered (LLC or corporation), your EIN, and then your active SAM.gov registration. We help you with the whole path.
Who needs to register on SAM.gov?
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Any business that wants to work with the federal government: sell it something, provide a service, or receive money from a federal program. Some state programs ask for it too.
Do I need a UEI number before registering?
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No. That number is given to you for free inside the registration itself. Don't pay anyone to get it for you.
How often do I need to renew my SAM.gov account?
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Every year. Your SAM.gov registration lasts 12 months, and you should renew it before it runs out so it doesn't switch off. Renewing is free — just like registering. Put the date on your calendar the day you register, so it never slips past you.
Want to sell to the government without falling for scams? Message us on WhatsApp at 857-919-5069 and we'll prepare your SAM.gov registration step by step.