Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number
A unique 9–digit identifier used for entities registering to do business in terms of contracts or grants and assistance awards with the government, or being excluded from government awards. DUNS numbers are issued by the commercial company Dun & Bradstreet (D&B), and are a part of an entitys record in the Entity Management section of SAM.

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Contractor and Government Entity (CAGE) Code
A unique 5–digit identifier assigned to entities registering to do business in terms of contracts or grants and assistance awards with the Government. For entities located in the United States, the CAGE code is assigned by the Department of Defense; for entities located outside the United States, the CAGE code is assigned in accordance with NATO procedures (and is sometimes referred to as a NATO–CAGE code, or NCAGE code). An entitys record in the Entity Management section of SAM includes its CAGE code.

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Name Searches
• Name values entered are always searched as partial values. Select the appropriate option for the search desired.
• Use only alpha–numeric characters in searches. Special characters within search value will be ignored, including user entered wildcards.
• To search for an individual by name, search using the 'Contains' option and specify only the person's last name.

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