Every federal contractor must keep an active registration in the System for Award Management. It lapses once a year, and a lapsed registration can block awards and payments. Here is how renewal works and how to stay ahead of it.
Set-aside contracts limit how much a small prime can pay to subcontractors that are not similarly situated. Here is how the rule generally works by type of work.
The start of the calendar year is a natural moment to review registrations, certifications, cybersecurity, labor obligations and records. Use this list as a starting point.
A SAM.gov registration must be renewed every year. Letting it lapse can cost you an award or delay payment, so treat renewal like a standing appointment.