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The First Step Toward Government
Contracts
Any business looking to get a
government contract should know about the Central Contract
Registration, or CCR. The CCR is the primary database for vendors
that can provide services to the U.S. government. The CCR is not
only a place to register if you are considering a government
contract, but the database will collect, validate, store and
disseminate information so that agencies looking to acquire services
are supported better.
The CCR not only functions as a database, but also as a way for
payment to be made and received. When you register your company with
the CCR, you will be required to give basic information that is
relevant to the procurement process and also for financial
transactions. The CCR will provide the information to federal
agencies so that payments can go through and electronic funds
transfer. The CCR also shares the information with procurement and
electronic business systems within the government. All the
information is encrypted and secure, so that your company’s
information is protected when being transferred.
If you are a prospective contractor, you should be registered with
the CCR, though it should be noted that registration does not
guarantee that your company will be chosen to do business with the
U.S. government. In order to register with the CCR, you will need
specific information, but the registration process can be done
easily online. The registration process for the CCR will take about
30 minutes, but can vary based upon the size and complexity of your
organization.
If you have the required information for CCR registration gathered
prior to starting the process, it will simplify your CCR
registration. First, you will need your DUNS and/or your DUNS + 4
number. A CAGE code is also required for CCR registration. Your TIN
number is a required field as is your dates of business, fiscal year
information, and number of employees. If applicable, you’ll need
your company security level, highest employee security level, and
your web address for CCR registration.
As far as corporate information on the CCR registration, you’ll need
to know the type of organization you have, your NAICS Codes, SIC
codes, PSC codes (optional), and FSC Codes (optional). The other
requirement in order to register on the CCR involves your financial
information. You’ll need to have your account information, ABA
routing number, ACH, and remittance information. A point of contact
is also required so that your CCR registration information can be
checked on and kept current.
When your CCR registration is active, you will be issued a temporary
PIN number to access your account, which can be updated at any time.
You will also receive a notice in the mail of your registration. If
you are interested in procuring government contracts the CCR is not
an option, it is a necessity. The CCR is a requirement for getting
most government contracts, so if you are not in the CCR, you should
complete your registration today to take that first step toward
government contracts.
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