Approved Exception to Buy American Act for Non-Availability of materials

This contract represents an approved exception to the Buy American Act due to the non-availability of required materials, allowing procurement outside the typical domestic restrictions. It is related to construction services under NAICS code 23622 and is designated as an 8(a) Sole Source set-aside, which supports small businesses participating in the federal 8(a) Business Development Program. The contract is managed by the General Services Administration, specifically the PBS R11 Construction Services Division Center 2, based in Washington, DC. The place of performance for this contract is Rockville, Maryland. Key contact information is provided, with Ingrid J. Blair serving as the point of contact for inquiries via email or phone. The solicitation was posted on August 31, 2021, and details are accessible through the provided online federal contracting portal. This contract underscores the federal government's flexibility in sourcing materials where domestic procurement is not feasible, ensuring project continuity while supporting designated small business programs.