Your Company Profile is essential for AI-powered proposal generation and opportunity matching. Keep your information current and detailed for the best results.
The Profile Information tab contains your essential company details used in government contracting:

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Required Company Details

Company Name *

Purpose: The company name to use when responding to solicitations.Example: “CE Advantages LLC”This is your official business name as it appears on legal documents and will be used in all proposal responses.

Company Address *

Purpose: The company address to use when responding to solicitations.Example: “PO Box 670, Lyons, OR 97358”Use your official business address for all government contract responses.

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Business Identifiers

Region

Purpose: Please list the locations where your business operates.Example: “Oregon”Specify the geographic regions where you conduct business operations.

UEI (Unique Entity Identifier)

Purpose: Enter your business’s Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).Example: “ABC123456787654”The UEI is a 12-character alphanumeric identifier assigned by SAM.gov.

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Additional Identifiers

CAGE Code (Commercial and Government Entity Code)

Purpose: Enter your business’s CAGE (Commercial and Government Entity) code.Example: “1A2B3C”The CAGE code is a 5-character identifier used by the Department of Defense and other government agencies.
Update Profile: Click the “Update profile” button at the bottom of the page to save all your changes to the Profile Information tab.

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Profile Benefits

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AI-Powered Features

Smart Proposal Generation

Your profile information is automatically included in AI-generated proposals, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all documents.

Opportunity Matching

AI uses your business description and NAICS codes to find opportunities that best match your capabilities and experience.

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Business Intelligence

Market Analysis

Your profile data helps analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities in your industry sectors.

Competitive Insights

Compare your capabilities and experience against market standards and competitor profiles.

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Best Practices

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Profile Completeness

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Complete All Required Fields

Fill in all fields marked with an asterisk (*) to ensure your profile is complete and functional.
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Use Accurate Information

Ensure all company details, addresses, and identifiers are current and accurate for government contracting.
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Detailed Business Description

Write a comprehensive business description that highlights your unique capabilities and past performance.
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Relevant NAICS Codes

Select NAICS codes that accurately represent your business activities and services.
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Upload Supporting Documents

Add capabilities statements, past performance records, and other relevant documents to strengthen your profile.

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Document Management

Pro Tips for Document Organization:
  • Use descriptive filenames for easy identification
  • Keep documents current and up-to-date
  • Organize by document type for better management
  • Include context and relevance information
  • Regularly review and update your document library

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Getting Help

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Profile Support

If you need help with your Company Profile:
  1. Check the Help Button: Use the help icon for guided tours
  2. Review Documentation: Refer to this guide for detailed information
  3. Contact Support: Reach out to our support team at support@samsearch.co
  4. Watch Tutorials: Access video guides and demonstrations

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Common Questions

Q: How often should I update my company profile? A: Update your profile whenever there are significant changes to your business, such as new services, certifications, or contact information. Review quarterly for accuracy. Q: What if I don’t have a UEI or CAGE code yet? A: You can still create your profile and add these identifiers later. These codes are required for government contracting but not for using SamSearch. Q: Can AI really generate my business description from my website? A: Yes! Our AI can analyze your website content and generate a comprehensive business description and identify relevant NAICS codes automatically. Q: What types of documents should I upload? A: Upload documents that showcase your capabilities, such as capabilities statements, past performance records, certifications, and sample proposals. Q: How does my profile affect search results? A: Your profile helps filter and prioritize search results to show opportunities that better match your capabilities, location, and business type. Q: Can multiple team members edit the profile? A: Yes, team members with appropriate permissions can update different sections of the company profile. Your Company Profile is the foundation of your SamSearch experience. Keep it current and detailed for the best AI-powered results!