The Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act is reshaping government procurement. If you bid on federal, state, or local projects using federal funds, compliance is mandatory.
What is BABA?
BABA requires that iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in federally-funded infrastructure projects are produced in the United States.
Key Requirements
- Iron and Steel: All manufacturing processes must occur in the US
- Manufactured Products: Must be manufactured in the US with at least 55% domestic components
- Construction Materials: Must be manufactured in the US
Documentation Requirements
You'll need to maintain:
- Mill test reports for iron and steel
- Manufacturer certifications
- Country of origin documentation
- Component cost breakdowns for manufactured products
How PES Supply Helps
PES Supply maintains a curated catalog of BABA-compliant products. We provide compliance documentation with every qualifying order and can help you spec compliant alternatives for your projects.