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4.18 - Commercial and Government Entity Code | FAR Navigator

Subpart 4.18

Commercial and Government Entity Code

A valid and verified CAGE code is mandatory for all contractors seeking federal contract awards, ensuring traceability and compliance.

Overview

FAR Subpart 4.18 establishes requirements for the use, assignment, and verification of Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) codes in federal contracting. CAGE codes are unique identifiers assigned to suppliers and contractors doing business with the U.S. government. This subpart outlines the policy for obtaining and maintaining CAGE codes, defines key terms, details the process for verifying codes prior to contract award, and prescribes the necessary solicitation provisions and contract clauses. The regulation ensures that all entities awarded federal contracts are properly identified and traceable, supporting transparency, accountability, and supply chain integrity.

Key Rules

Requirement for CAGE Codes
- Contractors must have a valid CAGE code to be eligible for federal contract awards.
Verification Prior to Award
- Contracting officers are required to verify the accuracy and validity of CAGE codes before awarding contracts.
Solicitation Provisions and Clauses
- Solicitations and contracts must include specific provisions and clauses related to CAGE code requirements.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must ensure CAGE codes are obtained and verified before contract award and include appropriate clauses in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Must obtain and maintain a valid CAGE code and provide accurate information during the solicitation and award process.
Agencies: Oversee compliance with CAGE code requirements and maintain records for audit and traceability.

Practical Implications

This subpart exists to ensure all contractors are uniquely identified, which is critical for contract administration, payment, and supply chain security.
Contractors without a valid CAGE code risk ineligibility for award.
Common pitfalls include failing to update CAGE code information or providing incorrect codes, which can delay or jeopardize contract awards.

All Federal Contractors

General Contracts

Solicitations and Awards

Contracting officers must verify CAGE codes prior to contract award.

Include required CAGE code provisions and clauses in solicitations and contracts.

Obtain a valid CAGE code before submitting offers for federal contracts.

Provide accurate CAGE code information in all solicitations and contract documents.

Update and maintain CAGE code information as required.

References done in this subpart

4Administrative and Information Matters

4.1800Scope of subpart

4.1801Definitions

4.1802Policy

4.1803Verifying CAGE codes prior to award

4.1804Solicitation provisions and contract clause

Subpart 4.18

Commercial and Government Entity Code

A valid and verified CAGE code is mandatory for all contractors seeking federal contract awards, ensuring traceability and compliance.

Overview

Key Rules

Requirement for CAGE Codes
- Contractors must have a valid CAGE code to be eligible for federal contract awards.
Verification Prior to Award
- Contracting officers are required to verify the accuracy and validity of CAGE codes before awarding contracts.
Solicitation Provisions and Clauses
- Solicitations and contracts must include specific provisions and clauses related to CAGE code requirements.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must ensure CAGE codes are obtained and verified before contract award and include appropriate clauses in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Must obtain and maintain a valid CAGE code and provide accurate information during the solicitation and award process.
Agencies: Oversee compliance with CAGE code requirements and maintain records for audit and traceability.

Practical Implications

This subpart exists to ensure all contractors are uniquely identified, which is critical for contract administration, payment, and supply chain security.
Contractors without a valid CAGE code risk ineligibility for award.
Common pitfalls include failing to update CAGE code information or providing incorrect codes, which can delay or jeopardize contract awards.

All Federal Contractors

General Contracts

Solicitations and Awards

Contracting officers must verify CAGE codes prior to contract award.

Include required CAGE code provisions and clauses in solicitations and contracts.

Obtain a valid CAGE code before submitting offers for federal contracts.

Provide accurate CAGE code information in all solicitations and contract documents.

Update and maintain CAGE code information as required.

References done in this subpart

4Administrative and Information Matters

4.1800Scope of subpart

4.1801Definitions

4.1802Policy

4.1803Verifying CAGE codes prior to award

4.1804Solicitation provisions and contract clause

Subpart 4.18

Commercial and Government Entity Code

A valid and verified CAGE code is mandatory for all contractors seeking federal contract awards, ensuring traceability and compliance.

Overview

Key Rules

Requirement for CAGE Codes
- Contractors must have a valid CAGE code to be eligible for federal contract awards.
Verification Prior to Award
- Contracting officers are required to verify the accuracy and validity of CAGE codes before awarding contracts.
Solicitation Provisions and Clauses
- Solicitations and contracts must include specific provisions and clauses related to CAGE code requirements.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must ensure CAGE codes are obtained and verified before contract award and include appropriate clauses in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Must obtain and maintain a valid CAGE code and provide accurate information during the solicitation and award process.
Agencies: Oversee compliance with CAGE code requirements and maintain records for audit and traceability.

Practical Implications

This subpart exists to ensure all contractors are uniquely identified, which is critical for contract administration, payment, and supply chain security.
Contractors without a valid CAGE code risk ineligibility for award.
Common pitfalls include failing to update CAGE code information or providing incorrect codes, which can delay or jeopardize contract awards.

Subpart 4.18

Commercial and Government Entity Code

A valid and verified CAGE code is mandatory for all contractors seeking federal contract awards, ensuring traceability and compliance.

Overview

Key Rules

Requirement for CAGE Codes
- Contractors must have a valid CAGE code to be eligible for federal contract awards.
Verification Prior to Award
- Contracting officers are required to verify the accuracy and validity of CAGE codes before awarding contracts.
Solicitation Provisions and Clauses
- Solicitations and contracts must include specific provisions and clauses related to CAGE code requirements.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must ensure CAGE codes are obtained and verified before contract award and include appropriate clauses in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Must obtain and maintain a valid CAGE code and provide accurate information during the solicitation and award process.
Agencies: Oversee compliance with CAGE code requirements and maintain records for audit and traceability.

Practical Implications

This subpart exists to ensure all contractors are uniquely identified, which is critical for contract administration, payment, and supply chain security.
Contractors without a valid CAGE code risk ineligibility for award.
Common pitfalls include failing to update CAGE code information or providing incorrect codes, which can delay or jeopardize contract awards.

Subpart 4.18

Commercial and Government Entity Code

A valid and verified CAGE code is mandatory for all contractors seeking federal contract awards, ensuring traceability and compliance.

Overview

Key Rules

Requirement for CAGE Codes
- Contractors must have a valid CAGE code to be eligible for federal contract awards.
Verification Prior to Award
- Contracting officers are required to verify the accuracy and validity of CAGE codes before awarding contracts.
Solicitation Provisions and Clauses
- Solicitations and contracts must include specific provisions and clauses related to CAGE code requirements.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must ensure CAGE codes are obtained and verified before contract award and include appropriate clauses in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Must obtain and maintain a valid CAGE code and provide accurate information during the solicitation and award process.
Agencies: Oversee compliance with CAGE code requirements and maintain records for audit and traceability.

Practical Implications

This subpart exists to ensure all contractors are uniquely identified, which is critical for contract administration, payment, and supply chain security.
Contractors without a valid CAGE code risk ineligibility for award.
Common pitfalls include failing to update CAGE code information or providing incorrect codes, which can delay or jeopardize contract awards.

Subpart 4.18

Commercial and Government Entity Code

A valid and verified CAGE code is mandatory for all contractors seeking federal contract awards, ensuring traceability and compliance.

Overview

Key Rules

Requirement for CAGE Codes
- Contractors must have a valid CAGE code to be eligible for federal contract awards.
Verification Prior to Award
- Contracting officers are required to verify the accuracy and validity of CAGE codes before awarding contracts.
Solicitation Provisions and Clauses
- Solicitations and contracts must include specific provisions and clauses related to CAGE code requirements.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must ensure CAGE codes are obtained and verified before contract award and include appropriate clauses in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Must obtain and maintain a valid CAGE code and provide accurate information during the solicitation and award process.
Agencies: Oversee compliance with CAGE code requirements and maintain records for audit and traceability.

Practical Implications

This subpart exists to ensure all contractors are uniquely identified, which is critical for contract administration, payment, and supply chain security.
Contractors without a valid CAGE code risk ineligibility for award.
Common pitfalls include failing to update CAGE code information or providing incorrect codes, which can delay or jeopardize contract awards.

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