UEI Lookup
Summary: The Unique Entity ID (UEI) is a 12-character identifier assigned in SAM.gov to entities doing business with the federal government; you can look one up here to find the associated company and its public federal contract awards.
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What is a UEI?
The Unique Entity ID (UEI) is a 12-character alphanumeric identifier assigned in SAM.gov. It replaced the DUNS number as the primary way the U.S. government identifies entities across procurement systems.
How to look up a UEI
Enter the 12-character UEI in the search bar, or open a UEI profile directly at /uei/<uei>. Each profile links to the associated CAGE code and company profile and summarizes public award records.
Frequently asked questions
How many characters is a UEI?
A UEI is exactly twelve alphanumeric characters.
Did the UEI replace the DUNS number?
Yes. The federal government transitioned from the DUNS number to the SAM.gov-issued UEI.
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