Supplier Registration Guide
How to become a supplier for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) targets 23% small business statutory goal in diverse-supplier spend. Current annual diverse spend: $80+ billion to small businesses.
Step 1
Get the right certification
U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) accepts these certifications:
Step 2
Match what they buy
U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) actively sources from these industries:
Step 3
Register on their supplier portal
1. Register in SAM.gov with your UEI
2. Identify relevant DoD buying commands
3. Review opportunities on SAM.gov
4. Consider mentor-protégé programs
5. Attend DoD small business events
Insider tips
What works with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
- Start with DLA for products - they buy everything from food to fuel
- Cybersecurity (CMMC) certification is increasingly required
- Joint ventures with established contractors can accelerate entry
- Subcontracting with large primes is an excellent starting point
- Register in DoD's Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs)
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