Is a UEI number the same as EIN?
No, the EIN is issued by the IRS for tax purposes, while the UEI is issued through SAM.gov for federal contracting identification.
No, a UEI is not the same as an Employer Identification Number (EIN). The EIN is issued by the IRS for tax purposes, while the UEI is issued through SAM.gov to uniquely identify entities that do business with the federal government. Most contractors will need both: the EIN for tax and banking verification, and the UEI for registrations, awards, and federal reporting.
GovCon in a Box helps you align these identifiers inside a cohesive federal profile, ensuring your UEI, EIN-linked business name, and capability narrative match what contracting officers expect to see so your offers, RFIs, and capability statements present a consistent, trustworthy story to federal buyers.
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Your UEI is more than a registration number. Our tools help you turn that identifier into real visibility, connecting your federal profile to opportunities, competitors, and teaming partners.