DUNs Number

A Dun and Bradstreet (D&B) registration number, commonly known as a DUNs number (Data Universal Numbering System) is assigned to most businesses (both for-profit and non-profit in the US). It is an identification system frequently required by sponsors.  The University of Georgia (UGA) and the University of Georgia Research Foundation (UGARF) are separate entities, and have separate DUNs numbers.  Be sure to use the correct DUNs number when you are submitting a proposal.

Another identification system uses EINs or TINs.  EINs (Employer Identification Numbers) or TINs (Tax Identification Numbers) are IRS identification numbers assigned to UGA or UGARF.  Depending upon the sponsor, you may be required to provide an EIN or a DUNs, or both for the particular entity under which your application is being submitted.