Becoming an EN Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Note to keyboard-only users: Use Enter key to open or collapse questions.
A: ENs must have the following items with records that match the EN applicant name listed in the RFA:
Employer Identification Number (EIN): An EIN may be obtained from the Internal Revenue Service by calling 800-829-1040or online at www.irs.gov.
Unique Entity Identifier (UEI): The UEI is a 12-digit alphanumeric identifier assigned by the General Services Administration (GSA). Every EN must have a UEI. If a contractor does not already have a UEI, one may be obtained directly online at https://sam.gov/content/home.
System for Award Management (SAM) registration: The SAM is the primary registrant database for all Federal Government contractors. It is maintained by GSA. Register for free at www.sam.gov Every EN must register their UEI, enter their banking information, and complete their Representations and Certifications in the SAM. You must have an active registration in SAM and update it annually.
A: Social Security uses many methods to connect beneficiaries with ENs, including webinars, social media, phone campaigns, and various targeted notices and materials. Ticketholders are encouraged to contact the Ticket to Work Help Line toll-free at 866-968-7842, (866-833-2967 TTY). Beneficiaries may also use the Find Help online tool to research or contact a variety of ENs.
The Ticket Program also offers a Service Provider Outreach Toolkit to support the outreach and marketing efforts of ENs and VR agencies to promote the program to Ticketholders and disability-focused organizations. The Toolkit includes factsheets, posters, sample press releases, sample program language, videos, program branding and more.