25.600
Scope of subpart
FAR 25.600 sets the rules for sourcing construction materials on Recovery Act-funded projects, distinguishing between manufactured and unmanufactured materials under different statutes.
Overview
- FAR 25.600 defines the scope of Subpart 25.6, which implements requirements from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act) and the Buy American statute for construction materials used in federally funded construction projects.
- The subpart distinguishes between manufactured and unmanufactured construction materials, applying Recovery Act rules to the former and Buy American rules to the latter, specifically for projects funded by the Recovery Act.
Key Rules
- Implementation of Recovery Act Section 1605
- Applies special requirements for manufactured construction materials on Recovery Act-funded projects.
- Application of Buy American Statute
- Applies Buy American requirements to unmanufactured construction materials on Recovery Act-funded projects.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must ensure that solicitations and contracts for Recovery Act-funded construction projects comply with the relevant material sourcing requirements.
- Contractors: Must source and certify construction materials in accordance with the applicable Recovery Act or Buy American requirements.
- Agencies: Must oversee compliance and ensure proper application of the statutes to all relevant projects.
Practical Implications
- This section clarifies which statutory requirements apply to different types of construction materials on Recovery Act-funded projects, helping contractors and agencies avoid compliance errors.
- Misapplying the requirements can result in noncompliance, delays, or penalties, so understanding the distinction between manufactured and unmanufactured materials is critical.