Free CAGE Code Lookup
Decode Any CAGE Code
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CAGE codes are the 5-character identifiers used to track every company registered to do business with the US government. Enter any CAGE code below to see the company name, address, SAM.gov status, and business certifications.
5-Character Format
CAGE codes are always 5 characters: a digit followed by 4 alphanumeric characters. Assigned by DLA through SAM.gov.
Required for Federal Awards
Every company receiving US government payments needs an active CAGE code and SAM.gov registration. There are over 800,000 registered entities.
NATO-Wide Standard
US CAGE codes are part of the NATO Codification System (NCS). Allied nations use NCAGE codes in the same 5-character format.
What You Get
What a CAGE Code Lookup Reveals
Decoding a CAGE code pulls from the public SAM.gov entity registry. Here's the information you can find for any registered vendor:
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Legal business name and DBA
The registered company name exactly as it appears on the contract.
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SAM.gov registration status
Active, Expired, or Inactive — critical for teaming and award eligibility.
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Physical address
Principal place of business — city, state, zip, country.
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Business certifications
Small business, WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), and minority-owned flags.
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Primary NAICS code
The industry classification that determines set-aside eligibility and size standards.
CAGE Code
7Q4J0Legal Name
Acme Defense Solutions LLC
SAM Status
ActiveAddress
1234 Contractor Way, Arlington, VA 22201
Certifications
Primary NAICS
541512 — Computer Systems Design
By Agency
CAGE Codes by Federal Agency
DoD
Department of Defense
The Department of Defense is the largest single buyer of goods and services in the US federal govern...
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HHS
Department of Health and Human Services
HHS includes the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Food and Dr...
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DOE
Department of Energy
DOE manages the US nuclear weapons stockpile, national laboratories (like Sandia, Oak Ridge, and LLN...
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DHS
Department of Homeland Security
DHS encompasses Customs and Border Protection (CBP), FEMA, TSA, the Coast Guard (USCG), and Immigrat...
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NASA
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
NASA awards contracts for launch systems, spacecraft, science instruments, IT services, and facility...
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VA
Department of Veterans Affairs
The VA operates the largest integrated healthcare system in the US, plus benefits and memorial progr...
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Learn
CAGE Code Guides
What Is a CAGE Code? A Complete Guide
What is a CAGE code? Understand the 5-character Commercial and Government Entity code, who assigns it, and why every federal contractor needs one.
How to Get a CAGE Code — Step-by-Step Registration Guide
How to get a CAGE code: step-by-step SAM.gov registration guide for new federal contractors. Free, takes 7–10 business days.
CAGE Code vs. UEI: What's the Difference?
CAGE code vs. UEI — understand the difference between these two federal vendor identifiers and when each is used in SAM.gov.
How to Look Up a CAGE Code on SAM.gov
How to look up any CAGE code on SAM.gov — step-by-step instructions plus faster lookup alternatives.
By Industry
NAICS Codes for Federal Contracting
Your CAGE code record lists a primary NAICS code — the industry classification that determines your SBA size standard and set-aside eligibility.
Computer Systems Design Services
Size standard: $34M
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Custom Computer Programming Services
Size standard: $34M
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Other Computer Related Services
Size standard: $34M
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Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Size standard: $24.5M
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Engineering Services
Size standard: $25.5M
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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Size standard: 1,000 employees
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Power Tool
Decode Up to 100 CAGE Codes at Once
Paste a list of CAGE codes from a spreadsheet, contract document, or vendor list. Get back a table of company names, SAM statuses, certifications, and NAICS codes — exportable as CSV.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a CAGE code used for?
A CAGE code (Commercial and Government Entity code) is a 5-character identifier used by the US Department of Defense and all federal agencies to identify vendors in the SAM.gov system. It appears on every federal contract, invoice, and vendor record.
How do I get a CAGE code?
Register your business at SAM.gov. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) automatically assigns a CAGE code during the registration process. It is completely free and typically takes 7–10 business days.
Do CAGE codes expire?
CAGE codes themselves do not expire — they are permanent. However, your SAM.gov registration expires every 12 months and must be renewed to remain eligible for federal awards.
What is the difference between a CAGE code and a UEI?
A CAGE code is a 5-character DLA-assigned supplier identifier (used since the 1950s). A UEI (Unique Entity Identifier) is a 12-character SAM.gov identifier that replaced the DUNS number in 2022. Both are linked to your SAM.gov entity profile.
Can I look up any company's CAGE code?
Yes. CAGE codes and basic entity information are public. You can search SAM.gov, the DLA CAGE portal (cage.dla.mil), or use the decoder on this site.
Does a CAGE code tell me if a company is debarred?
No. A CAGE code just identifies the entity. To check debarment status, search the SAM.gov Exclusions list separately.