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Common questions

Can we use KnowVendor reports as audit documentation?+

KnowVendor reports are designed to document what was checked, what was found, and how records were linked to a vendor. They can support internal vendor screening and procurement documentation. They are not legal advice and should not be treated as a substitute for your organization's compliance process. Paid plans include a printable report (Print / Save as PDF) for that purpose.

How is KnowVendor different from D&B, Exiger, or generic vendor databases?+

KnowVendor focuses on source-backed public data, verified federal identifiers, and explainable entity resolution. Rather than treating every name match as a confirmed signal, KnowVendor separates legal entities, facilities, identifiers, and source records so users can see exactly why a record is linked — and what the confidence level is. See how records are matched →

How often is the data updated?+

KnowVendor uses background ingestion and cached source summaries. Update frequency depends on the source and ingestion schedules. Reports include source timestamps where available. Some source datasets may not be refreshed on a fixed daily schedule.

What does "no verified risk events found" mean?+

It means KnowVendor did not find verified entity-level risk events in the currently checked and linked sources. It does not mean the vendor has no risk. Some records may be unavailable, not yet ingested, or kept separate because they belong to a facility or worksite rather than the legal entity itself.

How does KnowVendor avoid false positives?+

KnowVendor prioritizes federal identifiers — UEI, CAGE, and USDOT. Name search is used for discovery, not automatic risk attribution. Facility and worksite records such as OSHA inspections are kept separate unless a reviewed entity link supports attribution. Confidence scores and match evidence are stored with every link. See how records are matched →

What sources does KnowVendor cover?+

KnowVendor currently uses V2 source records from SAM.gov exclusions and entity registrations, FMCSA carrier signals, USAspending Federal Contracting Activity (informational), and facility/worksite-level OSHA data where available. Coverage varies by vendor and source, and not all sources are available for every entity.

Can I check a single vendor without subscribing?+

Yes. You can get a full vendor report for $19 — one-time, no subscription required. Search for the vendor, open their profile, and purchase the report directly. You get the same full report as Pro subscribers: verified identifiers, risk events, source coverage, and a printable PDF for your records.

Is KnowVendor legal or compliance advice?+

No. KnowVendor surfaces public records and risk signals to support your due diligence process. It is not a substitute for legal advice, background check services, or official debarment determinations. Always verify critical findings through primary sources.

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  Source-backed reportsSee what was checked, what source was used, and what was found. Every risk link includes evidence and a confidence score.
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  Identifier-first matchingUEI, CAGE, and USDOT are prioritized over name-only attribution. Name search is used for discovery, not automatic risk assignment.
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  Explainable risk linksRisk events are only linked to a legal entity when evidence supports it. Name-only matches are kept separate until reviewed.
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  Facility separationOSHA worksite records are kept at facility level and are not attributed as company-level risk without a reviewed entity link.
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  Printable reportsPaid users can Print / Save as PDF for internal vendor documentation and procurement records.