Alabama Contractors: Contact The Whay Law Firm Before You Bid on Government Contracts
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Alabama contractors planning to bid on a government contract must adhere to Buy American Act regulations. This act regulates product and materials that will be procured by the government. The extensive experience of attorneys at the Whay Law Firm is focused solely on assisting government contractors comply with the BAA and Alabama state and local regulations.
Alabama Government Contractors Need to Understand Buy American Act Regulations
History of the Buy American Act: Herbert Hoover signed the BAA (41 U.S.C. § 10a et seq.) into law in 1933. The law minimizes the procurement of non-U.S.-made products for government contracts. Similarly, third-party purchases must also comply with the law.
Exceptions to the BAA: (1) Trade Agreements Act allows the President to waive BAA requirements. It includes provisions to procure products from designated countries. (2) “Price Reasonableness” allows for the agency to consider a foreign made product if the price difference is significant. (3) Department of Defense procurements subject to the BAA require a lower percentage of component costs of end products be from the United States or a Qualifying Country.
Conclusion: In Alabama, complying with the BAA and related state and local regulations is crucial to succeeding as a government contractor. The Buy American Act and associated state and local regulations, affects Alabama businesses that are prime or sub-contractors on a government contract. Although the language may appear straightforward, it is imperative that a legal expert assists you in determining BAA federal and state-level compliance.
Call Whay Law Firm For Help With BAA Compliance in Alabama
As a government contractor, you need an experienced and knowledgeable attorney working to protect your rights and interests. The Whay Law Firm is a full-service government contract law firm dedicated to providing outstanding legal service to businesses in Alabama and throughout the United States. Contact Whay Law Firm at (202) 448-9677 to discuss your legal needs today.
