CAGE Code vs SAM.gov: What Machine Shops Need to Know (2026)

Published: May 16, 2026

CAGE Code is your facility-specific 5-character ID for DLA contracting; SAM.gov is the federal contractor registry. For DLA vehicle parts contracts ($2-3M/year), both must have matching: Facility address, NAICS codes, point of contact. DLA Blueprint's CAGE Code Rescue ensures 100% alignment between both systems.

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Includes: SAM registration, CAGE codes, bid writing, bid optimization strategies