Safety · United States
Avoid SAM.gov scams
GSA says registration in SAM.gov is always free.
Red flags
Per GSA, SAM.gov will never do these.
- Ask for money
- Threaten legal action
- Ask you to call or text
- Send links not ending in .gov
- Advertise on social media
- Ask for gift cards, crypto, or wires
If in doubt
- 1Don't click the email link
- 2Type sam.gov yourself and sign in
- 3Check your registration status
- 4Contact the help desk at fsd.gov
FAQ
Is a paid registration service required?
No. Paid services are optional and are not the government.
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