Agency Guide
CAGE Codes for Department of Homeland Security
~$22B in annual federal contracts
About DHS Contracting
DHS encompasses Customs and Border Protection (CBP), FEMA, TSA, the Coast Guard (USCG), and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). DHS spends heavily on cybersecurity, border technology, emergency management, and aviation security. All DHS vendors must maintain an active CAGE code and SAM.gov registration.
Like all federal agencies, DHS requires every vendor and subcontractor receiving direct government payments to hold an active CAGE code and a current SAM.gov registration. The CAGE code uniquely identifies your company in the federal procurement system and appears on all contract actions, invoices, and vendor records. Without it, you cannot receive an award or payment from DHS.
Key Contract Types
Top NAICS Codes for DHS
These NAICS codes represent the most frequently contracted service and product areas for this agency.
CAGE Code Requirements for DHS Vendors
To sell to Department of Homeland Security, every vendor — from large prime contractors to small businesses and subcontractors receiving direct government payments — must have:
- An active CAGE code assigned by DLA through SAM.gov
- An active SAM.gov registration (renewed annually)
- A valid UEI (Unique Entity Identifier)
- A completed Representations & Certifications section in SAM.gov
Small businesses pursuing set-aside contracts with DHS should also complete any applicable SBA certifications (8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone) — these are linked to your CAGE code record in SAM.gov.
Look Up an DHS Vendor's CAGE Code
Verify a teammate, subcontractor, or competitor's SAM.gov registration status.
Contract Award Data
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