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title: What is a controlled attachment on a SAM.gov contract opportunity?
description: A controlled attachment requires special handling due to the information it contains. You must request access to the attachment by clicking on its title and providing the reason you need access. You will not receive immediate access to view the…
url: "https://www.gsascheduleservices.com/kb/sam/what-is-a-controlled-attachment-on-a-sam-gov-contract-opportunity/"
updated: "2022-04-13"
category: After Award / Compliance / SAM Record
tags:
  - sam
---

# What is a controlled attachment on a SAM.gov contract opportunity?

A controlled attachment requires special handling due to the information it contains.

You must request access to the attachment by clicking on its title and providing the reason you need access.

You will not receive immediate access to view the document.

Your entity is responsible for managing the documents in accordance with prescribed directives.

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