How can I view the Unique Entity ID or entity registration record of other entities?


The Unique Entity ID (UEI) is public as part of every entity record for entities that have opted into public search. Entities that have opted out of public search are viewable only by federal users and users with a role to the entity. If you have a role with your entity, you can also view entity details within your Workspace (KB0041254). If you need to obtain a role from an existing administrator, you can request it (KB0016602). If there is no administrator on file for the entity, you can submit an Entity Administrator Appointment Letter (KB0016652).

 

To view a Unique Entity ID (UEI) or Registration Record using General Search:

  1. Sign in to SAM.gov.
  2. Select “Search” from the header menu.

    Screenshot of red box around the "Search"                                                                           Header Menu on SAM.gov homepage.

  3. Under "Select Domain," expand and then select "Entity Information", then select "Entities".

    Red box around the plus sign on the Search navigator pane.
    Red box around "Entity Information" underneath the dropdown for "All Domains"
    Red box around the word "Entities" underneath the dropdown "All Entity Information"
     
  4. Scroll to the bottom of this filter list and locate the filter for "Entity Status". Ensure each box is checked to ensure all registration options populate properly during the search results. (Active, Inactive, ID assigned, etc.)
     
    Screenshot of search filter navigator with red boxes around the keyword search bar and Entity Status filter. The options are Active, Inactive, or ID assigned.
     
  5. Enter the Unique Entity ID (UEI), CAGE, or legal business name (punctuations included, if any) into the Keyword search box above the filters or use any of the filters listed in order to narrow your search.
    • Entity
    • Purpose of Registration
    • Entity Type
    • Socio-Economic Status
    • Product or Service Information
    • Registration with Debt Subject to Offset
    • Location
  6. Your entity's name should populate with a link for you to select which will open the details of the registration.
     
     Screenshot of a list of entities that populate after an entity search
     
  7. An overview of the entity registration will appear on the screen with a filter navigator to the left to quickly view sections of the entity registration details. You will have the option to download (KB0067211) or follow (KB0017560) the entity if needed. 
     
    Screenshot of registration record overview

    Learn more about how to search for entities on SAM.gov in this video