Several requirements for small businesses pursuing work with the government involve acquiring a DUNS Identification Number and registering with Central Contractor Registration (CCR), the primary Federal database of vendors used to support federal procurement activities. A DUNS Number (DUNS stands for “Data Universal Numbering System”) is a unique number of nine digits that is used for purposes of identifying businesses and is assigned by Dun & Bradstreet, Inc. A DUNS number can be acquired without charge by either calling 1-800-333-0505 or by registering online. If you access the online DUNS application, it takes approximately one week before registered company information becomes available at the Dun and Bradstreet web site. It is often the case that a DUNS number can be acquired faster using the toll free number. Once a DUNS number is acquired, a firm that seeks to do business with the Federal government needs to register with CCR. Without registering with CCR, a firm is not able to contract with the Federal government, including the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). The CCR.gov web site also provides a link to the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Supplemental Pages, a database of small business contractors known as the Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS). The DSBS is a self-certifying database that allows government buyers to research potential contractors and the general capabilities of contractors to perform specific types of work. Creating and maintaining a current and accurate business profile in Central Contractor Registration (CCR) allows small businesses access to federal contracting opportunities. Entering small business information into CCR also allows a registrant to populate the SBA’s DSBS, where business profile information and capabilities statements are accessed and reviewed by contractors.