A trade name, assumed name, or fictitious business name that a company uses in commerce instead of its legal registered business name. A Doing Business As (DBA) designation does not create a separate legal entity; contracts are executed with the underlying legal business. In U.S. government contracting, contractors may register and identify their DBA in SAM.gov and other procurement systems to ensure their public-facing business name is associated with the correct legal entity. Using a DBA can simplify marketing and customer recognition while maintaining the legal identity required for contract awards, payments, and compliance.
Doing Business As (DBA)
A trade or assumed name a company uses in commerce instead of its legal registered name, without creating a separate legal entity.
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The official compilation of permanent U.S. federal laws, providing the statutory basis for many contracting requirements.
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