FAR 52.204-13 — System for Award Management Maintenance
Requires contractors to update SAM.gov representations within 30 days of any change and to re-certify annually.
When This Clause Applies
Required in all contracts requiring SAM.gov registration.
What This Means for Contractors
Contractors must monitor SAM for changes (NAICS size standards, regulatory updates) and update their reps within 30 days of any change. Annual recertification is mandatory. False or stale reps can trigger False Claims Act liability.
Common Pitfalls
- 1Missing annual recertification deadline
- 2Not updating after changes in ownership, NAICS, or size
- 3Treating SAM updates as administrative rather than legally significant
Related Topics
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System for Award Management
Requires offerors and contractors to be registered and active in SAM.gov to receive an award and to be paid under a federal contract.
Post-Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation
Requires contractors to rerepresent their small business size status at multiple post-award checkpoints, including option exercises, novations, mergers, and the 5-year anniversary of long-term contracts.
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