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Classification & Codes

Plain-language definitions of every Classification & Codes term that shows up in government contracting work.


Classification & CodesCAGE

CAGE Code (Commercial and Government Entity Code)

A CAGE Code is a five-character alphanumeric identifier assigned by DLA to US government suppliers, used for procurement, quality assurance, and supply chain management.

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Classification & CodesNAICS

NAICS Code

The North American Industry Classification System code that classifies a business by industry for federal contracting.

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Classification & CodesNCAGE

NATO CAGE Code (NCAGE)

An NCAGE Code is the NATO equivalent of a US CAGE Code, assigned to non-US entities that supply goods or services to NATO member governments and defense organizations.

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Classification & CodesNIGP

NIGP Code (National Institute of Governmental Purchasing)

NIGP Codes are commodity and service classification codes used primarily by state and local governments as an alternative to NAICS codes in SLED procurement systems.

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Classification & CodesPSC

Product Service Code (PSC)

A Product Service Code is a four-character code classifying what the government bought on each contract, used for spend analysis, market research, and solicitation categorization.

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Classification & Codes

Representations and Certifications

Representations and Certifications are legally binding statements contractors make in SAM.gov and proposals attesting to their size, status, and compliance with FAR requirements.

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Suspension and Debarment

Suspension and debarment are administrative actions that temporarily or permanently exclude a contractor from receiving federal awards due to fraud, misconduct, or lack of integrity.

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Classification & CodesUEI

Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)

The Unique Entity Identifier is the government-assigned 12-character alphanumeric code that replaced the DUNS number as the primary identifier for all federal award recipients.

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