SAM.gov Representations and Certifications (FAR 52.212-3) Explained
If you have started a SAM.gov entity registration, you have already met the section headed Representations and Certifications. It is the part of the form where the government asks your business to state, in a formal and legally meaningful way, facts about itself: how big it is, who owns it, whether it has been debarred, […]
What Is an MPIN in SAM.gov?
If you are registering a business in the System for Award Management, you will meet a short code that causes a surprising amount of confusion: the MPIN. The MPIN, or Marketing Partner Identification Number, is a nine-character code you create during SAM.gov registration. It is not a password, it is not your UEI, and it […]
SAM.gov Notarized Letter: Do You Still Need One?
Do you still need a SAM.gov notarized letter in 2026? For most entities, the answer is no. The SAM.gov notarized letter was once a required step for new entity registrations, but the process has changed, and today most entities complete identity verification in other ways. This guide explains when the letter was required, what replaced […]
How to Update Your SAM.gov Registration After a Business Change
Learning how to update SAM.gov registration after a business change is essential if you want to keep bidding on federal contracts, getting paid on time, and staying eligible for awards. A SAM.gov registration is not a one-time filing: it must reflect your current legal name, address, ownership, banking information, and NAICS codes, and it must […]