12 May 2025
🇺🇸Changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation on Nonavailable Articles
Federal Acquisition Regulation: List of Domestically Nonavailable Articles
Summary
OFPP, DoD, GSA, and NASA (collectively referred to as the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council) are issuing a final rule amending the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to revise the list of domestically nonavailable articles under the Buy American statute.
Agencies
- Defense Department
- General Services Administration
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Energy Department
- Federal Procurement Policy Office
- Management and Budget Office
Business Impact
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The text revises the list of domestically nonavailable articles under the Buy American statute, impacting procurement strategies for businesses dealing with federal contracts. The reduction in nonavailable items suggests potential for increased domestic sourcing and reduced reliance on foreign goods, which could enhance market stability.