State Aid Management System (SAMS) Rebuild- Building Project Area is Now Available!
State Aid Management System (SAMS) Rebuild
A rebuild to the existing SAMS system will be released in phases, divided by business area within the new SAMS application. The first area, Building Projects, launched August 3, 2026. This area was developed with user feedback and will provide users with a centralized place to enter, view, and manage building project information.
Changes with the Building Project Area Launch:Fully electronic document submission- paper and email submission of State Aid forms will be replaced with direct entry into the SAMS system rebuild
Direct access to detailed building project information, including cost allowance calculations
SAMS is accessible to authorized users from each school district, staff from the State Aid unit of the Education Department, and other authorized users from various state agencies.
For questions about User IDs, Passwords and/or using the SEDDAS system, please visit the SAMS Frequently Asked Questions page.
Log in using the existing Business Portal Link
Building Projects Area- Training Webinar Recording
Login, Site Overview and Navigation Quick Reference Guide (QRG)
- The following QRGs are also available via the “Instructions” links on the corresponding Building Project area screens.
For questions regarding the SAMS Rebuild, please email OMSSAMS@nysed.gov.