1. The National Stock Number (NSN)
March 20, 2018

2. DLA Scope of Business Produces revenues of nearly $35 billion
Manages nine supply chains and 5 million items
Supports more than 2,300 weapon systems
Operates in most states and 28 countries
Supports disaster response and humanitarian relief efforts at home and abroad
Do you want to do business with an organization that….

3. Doing Business with the Government
How do I register my business with the Government?
Obtain a Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code
Understand the National Stock Number (NSN)
Find a sponsor to request an NSN assignment
Access your data
Update your data
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4. Register your business
Obtain a CAGE Code
Must register with Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS)
Once the DUNS Number is received, submit a request in System for Award Management (SAM)
May obtain a North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code
Should obtain a Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification number
What is a CAGE Code? The Commercial and Government Entity Code, or CAGE Code, is a unique identifier assigned to suppliers to various government or defense agencies, as well as to government agencies themselves and also various organizations. CAGE codes provide a standardized method of identifying a given facility at a specific location. The CAGE Code is required to do business with the Government. DLA is the only authorized source of CAGE Codes.
The CAGE Code enables:
Pay processes
Facility security clearances
Contract management
National Stock Number (NSN) Assignments as part of the key reference data
In order to obtain a CAGE, you will need a DUNS number – then register in SAMS.
What is a D‑U‑N‑S Number? The D‑U‑N‑S Number is a unique nine-digit identifier for businesses. It is used to establish a D&B® business credit file, which is often referenced by lenders and potential business partners to help predict the reliability and/or financial stability of the company in question. "D‑U‑N‑S," which stands for data universal numbering system, is used to maintain up-to-date and timely information on more than 285 million global businesses.
Once the DUNS process is completed, you will need to submit a SAM request.
Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) governs System for Award Management (SAM)
The System for Award Management (SAM) is the Official U.S. Government system that consolidated the capabilities of CCR/FedReg, ORCA, and EPLS.
Register to do business with the U.S. government
Update or renew your entity registration
Check status of an entity registration
Search for entity registration and exclusion records
Other Registrations Options include: NAICS and JCP
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) classifies business establishments for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data related to the U.S. economy. The NAICS industry codes define establishments based on the activities in which they are primarily engaged.
The Joint Certification Program (JCP) certifies Canadian and United States (U.S.) contractors for access to unclassified military technical data belonging to Canada's Department of National Defense (DND) and to the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). This Program helps to protect controlled Unclassified Militarily Critical Technical Data (MCTD) and technology from common adversaries, but allows it to flow to certified Canadian and U.S. companies that have a legitimate need-to-know for business purposes. This program is effective in protecting the competitive edge of North American companies by ensuring that only eligible companies are provided with this data.
Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification establishes the eligibility of a United States (U.S.) or Canadian contractor to receive technical data governed, in the U.S., by Department of Defense (DOD) Directive and, in Canada, by the Technical Data Control Regulations (TDCR).
JCP Certification is required for United States (U.S.) or Canadian contractors who wish to obtain access to unclassified technical data disclosing militarily critical technology with military or space application that is under the control of, or in the possession of the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) or the Canadian Department of National Defense (DND).
DD Form 2345 is used:
for U.S./Canadian defense contractors to obtain DOD/DND unclassified export controlled technical data.
to attend gatherings such as:
Symposiums
Program briefings
Meetings designed to publicize advance requirements of contracting agencies
Pre-solicitation, pre-bid, pre-proposal, pre-award conferences, workshops and tours
To request unclassified visits directly with other certified U.S. or Canadian defense contractors or U.S. and Canadian military facilities.

5. Understand the NSN What is an National Stock Number (NSN)?
What is the NSN assignment process?
How is an entity-user added to an NSN?
How is a Reference Number (REF NUM), i.e. CAGE and Part Number, added to an NSN?

6. NSN – Single Item Of Supply
History drove legislation…Defense Cataloging and Standardization Act of 1952 to improve the ability to share supplies across the Department of Defense (DOD)
SHIM
Stock No.2
WASHER
Stock No. 3
SPACER
Stock No. 4
SHIM
Stock No. 1
SPACER
Stock No. 5
Problem…multiple stock numbers, weapon systems, and names resulted in
multiple buying activities and lack of interoperability / asset visibility
Solution…A single catalog system as the DOD item master,
Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) and a
single item of supply identification “National Stock Number”
NSNs are assigned at the request of military / government users
An example on how the military services are cataloging a material prior to the Defense Cataloging and Standardization Act of A single Item of Supply is given multiple Name and Stock Number. . .

7. What is an NSN?
A National Stock Number (NSN) is the official label applied to an item of supply that is repeatedly procured, stocked, stored, issued, and used throughout the federal supply system. It is a unique item identifying series of numbers.
Over 6 million active NSNs in the Federal Supply System
A National Stock Number is simply the official label applied to an item of supply that is repeatedly procured, stocked, stored, issued, and used throughout the federal supply system. It is a unique item identifying series of numbers. When a NSN is assigned to an item of supply, data is assembled to describe the item. Some data elements include information such as an item name, manufacturer's REF NUM, unit price, and physical and performance characteristics. NSNs are an essential part of the logistics supply chain used in managing, moving, storing, and disposing of material.
NSNs are used to identify and manage nearly every imaginable item, from aircraft parts to light bulbs. The use of NSNs facilitates the standardization of item names, supply language, characteristics and management data and aids in reducing duplicate items in the federal inventory. It also helps to standardize the military requirements for testing and evaluation of potential items of supply, as well as identifying potential duplicate items.
The NSN is officially recognized by the United States government, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and many governments around the world. Federal Agencies, including the Department of Defense (DOD), use the NSN to buy and manage billions of dollars worth of supplies yearly. Currently, there are over 9 million NSNs in the federal supply system.
-6.9M Active NSNs
-9.4M Inactive NSNs

8. What is an NSN – NSN Structure
The NSN is a 13-digit code composed of several sections, as identified below.
The NSN is a 13-digit code, and it is depicted as: NUT,SELF-LOCKING,HEXAGON
The first four digits of the NSN are known as the Federal Supply Class (FSC). For example, 5310 is the FSC for Nuts and Washers. The next two digits make up the Country of Origin code, this code signifies the country that originally assigned the NSN. Codes 00 and 01 are both used to identify the United States. The remaining seven digits are sequentially assigned and are unique to each NSN.

9. What is an NSN – NSN Item Record
example
As you can see from this NSN example from the WebFLIS record, the U.S. Navy (DN) and the United Kingdom (ZK) , are registered entity-users.
There are also several Reference Numbers, Item of Production, associated to the NSN.
The REF NUM/s on the NSN assignment request is assigned a Reference Number Category Codes (RNCC) and Reference Number Variation Codes (RNVC) which signifies if the Item is: Item Identifying, Procurable as a Primary (Design Control/Manufacturer) or Secondary (Distributor) Buy, Obsolete, etc.
One or more REF NUMs, i.e. Item of Production can be associated with an NSN – Item of Supply as long as they meet the same Form-Fit-Function.

10. NSN Assignment – Request - When
Once a requirement for an item has been identified as needed via.…
Provisioning: a new weapon system is deployed by a military service
Demand Planning: a non-stocked item is repeatedly ordered
Specifically requested by an authorized submitter
The Military Services and Federal Agencies will process the request for cataloging action IAW DoD policies, Federal Cataloging Committee and or Performance Based Agreements
Manufacturers, Distributors are not authorized to submit cataloging request
Whenever a new weapon system is developed, the DoD Component responsible for the new weapon system will identify the spares needed to maintain the weapon system throughout the life cycle. Spares that do not have NSNs assigned are identified and requests for NSN assignment are sent to the DLA by the DoD Component. In turn, the DLA Cataloging Directorate will processes the requests by assigning new NSNs.
Once a requirement for an item has been identified as needed via.…
Provisioning - new item that is associated with the acquisition of a new end item/weapon system as a part of provisioning for that end item/weapon system
Demand Planning - CAGE and Part Number (PN) to NSN Assignment: When a PN item is requisitioned two or more times in 6 months, the Item user can send a request to the national item manager, i.e., supported weapons system IM, ESA, Provisioner, Material Master Cell to review the item to determine if it qualifies for NSN assignment. If the Item is qualified for NSN assignment, the responsible DoD entity will submit the request via Service ERP or DLA Electronic Cataloging for an NSN assignment.

11. NSN Assignment – Request
Private industry, i.e. Manufacturers and Distributors must be sponsored by one of the below authorized submitters:
DOD Component
Federal/Civil agency
International partner
Contractor Supported Weapon Systems
Manufacturers, Distributors are not authorized to submit their CAGE and Part Number to DLA to be added to the NSN’s Cataloging Management Data or Total Item Record (TIR)
Manufacturers and suppliers do not have the authority to request a NSN. This is usually accomplished once a requirement/need for that manufacturer's/supplier's item has been identified by a military service, NATO country, federal/civil agency or various Contractor Support Weapons Systems (CSWS) managed by a contractor. Requests are then forwarded thru the appropriate supply chain for cataloging and then forwarded to DLA Cataloging for NSN assignment.
As part of the NSN Assignment process, the DOD Components must provide to the DLA Cataloging Technical Documents, Drawings and other supporting documentation which provides item-identifying characteristics and other logistics management data for the Item being catalogued.
Each DoD Component/Federal Agency has designated personnel with decision making authority for NSN assignment requests

12. NSN Assignment – Item of Supply
The NSN represents a single Item of Supply
NSNs may list multiple CAGE and Part Numbers with the same Form-Fit-Function
NSNs utilize standardized naming conventions and logistical management data
A CAGE and Part Number is added to an NSN at the request from the registered entity-user and or a request from the Integrated Materiel Management (IMM) manager
When a request for NSN assignment is received by the DLA Cataloging, the DLA Cataloging Technical Documents, Drawings and other supporting documentation which provides item-identifying characteristics and other logistics management data for the Item being catalogued is reviewed by a Cataloger.
The Cataloger determines the Name of the Item, once an Approved Item Name id determined, the corresponding Item Name Code (INC) is selected with the corresponding Federal Supply Class.
The REF NUM/s on the NSN assignment request is assigned a Reference Number Category Codes (RNCC) and Reference Number Variation Codes (RNVC) which signifies if the Item is: Item Identifying, Procurable as a Primary (Design Control/Manufacturer) or Secondary (Distributor) Buy, Obsolete, etc.
One or more REF NUMs, i.e. Item of Production can be associated with an NSN – Item of Supply as long as they meet the same Form-Fit-Function.
Manufacturers and Distributors may refer to their Item of Production using various descriptors like a Universal Product Code (UPC), a National Drug Code, and/or a Universal Standard Products and Services Classification Code (UNSPSC) as part of the item description.

13. Army NSN Assignment Process - 1
Unit Item Requirement w/o an NSN
Unit will submit the Requisition using CAGE and Part Number DIC A0E/A05 or A0B/A02
GCSS-A will process the Requisition for Order Fulfillment by the appropriate NICP/Supply Chain
CAGE and Part Number has been Requisitioned 2> in 6 months, NSN Assignment is justified for review
If the responsible Army Entity approves the NSN Assignment, the request is process via AESIP-LMP
DLA Logistics Information Services will process the NSN assignment request upon receipt from the Army
Once the NSN is Assigned, it will systemically feed into AESIP-Material Master, i.e. AMDF
BLUF: Army Units are not authorized to submit NSN assignment request directly to DLA.
If there is a requirement for an NSN assignment, the Unit, i.e., BMO or PBO must contact the supported End Item/Weapon System LCMC Material Master Cell (MM), Integrated Materiel Management (IMM) manager, Engineering Support Activity (ESA), and/or Provisioner.
The End Item/Weapon System LCMC MM/IMM/ESA/Provisioner will review the NSN request and determine if it is warranted. If an NSN assignment is approved by the Army, the NSN assignment request is processed by the Army via AESIP-LPM or DLA Electronic Cataloging (ECAT).
If the Item that requires an NSN assignment is not associated or in support of an End Item/Weapon System, the inquiry or request must be sent to LOGSA for review.
Authority:
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DoDM V8, FEB
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DA Pam 708-1,2,3
An NSN must be assigned to: Any item stocked, routinely distributed, or repetitively bought and used; new item that is associated with the acquisition of a new end item as a part of provisioning for that end item; new item that is not involved in end-item provisioning, such as a new item replacing an existing item or a locally purchased item substituting for an existing item.
The acquisition program manager ensures that new items introduced as part of a new system acquisition program are catalogued with an NSN.
As part of the NSN Assignment process, the DOD Components must provide to the DLA Logistics Information Service item-identifying characteristics and other logistics management data including identifying characteristics about the Item being catalogued.
CAGE and Part Number (PN) to NSN Assignment: When a PN item is requisitioned two or more times in 6 months, a request is sent to the national item manager, i.e., supported weapons system IM, ESA, Provisoner, Material Master Cell to review the item to determine if it qualifies for NSN assignment. If the Item is qualified for NSN assignment, the responsible Army entity will submit the request via AESIP-LMP or DLA Electronic Cataloging for an NSN assignment.
The National Inventory Control Points (NICP) that is the ultimate Army manager of the end item will ensure that an updated, automated provisioning file is maintained on all part numbers requisitioned. The NICP will maintain demand data on these items. When a part number is requisitioned three times in 6 months, the NICP will obtain an NSN, record Army interest and determine if the item should be stocked, stored, and issued within the logistics system.
Management Control Numbers (MCN) to NSN: If the responsible Army entity deems that the MCN should/must be replaced by an NSN, the responsible Army entity will submit the NSN Assignment request for the CAGE and PN represented on the MCN via AESIP-LMP or DLA Electronic Cataloging for an NSN assignment.
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NSN Codification Liaison
DLA Logistics Information Services - J31
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14. Army NSN Assignment Process - 2
Unit NSN requirement
Unit will submit the NSN requirement via AESIP-SLAMIS or Army LCMC Material Master
NSN Assignment request will be reviewed by the responsible Army LCMC
Unit NSN requirement is approved by the Army
The NSN assignment request is submitted by the Army via AESIP-LMP or DLA ECAT
DLA Logistics Information Services will process the NSN cataloging request and NSN is assigned.
Once the NSN is Assigned, it will systemically feed into AESIP-Material Master, i.e. AMDF

15. NSN – Data Update
Manufacturers, Vendors, Suppliers have the ability to review and or update their product information and Reference Numbers which are recorded in the Federal Catalog System by registering with the Interactive Government Industry Data Edit Review (iGIRDER).
iGIRDER web page:
Interactive Government Industry Data Edit Review (iGIRDER) is a manufacturers tool (database) that allows manufacturers, vendors and suppliers the ability to review and (or) update product information that is recorded in the Federal Catalog System (FCS).
provides government contractors, manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers the ability to review and/or update product information used by Federal and Civil activities will accept both government and commercial reference data
offers industry a link to the Federal Catalog System (FCS) in support of Department of Defense (DOD) and Civil Agency supply chain requirements
in cooperation with Government vendors and manufacturers, has facilitated over four million corrections and/or verifications to product information contained in the Federal Catalog
is an effective tool in controlling National Stock Number (NSN) proliferation between the military services and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)

16. NSN – Find a sponsor Army: http://acc.army.mil/smallbusiness/
USMC: Business-Programs-OSBP/
Navy:
Air Force:
Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD):
DLA:
GSA: government
PTAC:
Manufacturer and Suppliers can also respond to solicitations for bid at:
Manufacturers and distributors can have their products sponsored into the federal supply system by selling to DoD and Federal Agencies
Once DoD or a Federal Agency adopts the item of supply, it would be their responsibility to submit the NSN assignment request to DLA.

17. NSN – Data Access
NSN data Total Item Record (TIR) is viewable via WebFLIS, controlled access
Public Logistics Data on Mobile Media (PUB LOG) Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) Search
FEDMALL - provides product visibility to customers looking to purchase
Contains all active DLA managed NSNs
Advantage if you have fully described items
Web Federal Logistics Information System (WebFLIS) provides essential information about supply items including the National Stock Number (NSN), Item Name, Reference/Part Numbers, Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) codes and other Federal logistics data.   This application is only accessible by controlled access such as Common Access Card (CAC), External Certificate Authority (ECA), or Federal Bridge authentication.  Users can register/obtain roles through the Access Management and Provisioning System (AMPS).
Public Logistics Data on Mobile Media (PUB LOG) Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) Search is an Information Operations web service intended for use by public entities requiring information about supply items including National Stock Number (NSN), Item Name, Reference/Part Numbers, Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) codes and other Federal logistics data. Available for download from the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Electronic Reading Room, PUB LOG FLIS Search requires no subscription or Common Access Card (CAC) authorization.

18. DLA Customer Interaction Center
One Call Resolution for all logistics customer inquires from acquisition to disposition
Contacts (calls, s, fax)
1,130 avg normal business day
315K annually
All contacts are captured in the service mgmt tool/CRM
Performance Goals
Service Level = 80% of calls answered in 30 seconds or less
Abandoned Rate = 2% or less
First Contact Resolution = 70% or higher
Customer Satisfaction = 95% or higher
The DLA Customer Interaction Center (CIC) is your
“One Call Resolution” point of contact for all logistics issues from acquisition to disposition.
We’re here for you 24 x 7 x 365 days a year!
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