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HomeMy WebLinkAboutExhibit B - Federal-contract-provision guidelinesGuidelines for Contract Provisions for Obligated Sponsors and Airport Improvement Program Projects
Issued on May 24, 2023 Page 1
FAA
Airports
Contract Provision Guidelines for Obligated Sponsors and
Airport Improvement Program Projects
(Issued on May 24, 2023)
Contents
Purpose of this Document ............................................................................................................ 4
Sponsor Actions ............................................................................................................................ 5
Typical Procurement Steps ........................................................................................................... 5
Applicability Matrix for Contract Provisions ................................................................................. 6
A1 ACCESS TO RECORDS AND REPORTS ............................................................................................. 1
A2 AFFIRMATIVE ACTION REQUIREMENT .......................................................................................... 2
A3 BREACH OF CONTRACT TERMS ..................................................................................................... 5
A4 BUY AMERICAN PREFERENCE ....................................................................................................... 6
A5 CIVIL RIGHTS - GENERAL ............................................................................................................. 16
A6 CIVIL RIGHTS – TITLE VI ASSURANCE ........................................................................................... 18
A7 CLEAN AIR AND WATER POLLUTION CONTROL .......................................................................... 27
A8 CONTRACT WORKHOURS AND SAFETY STANDARDS ACT REQUIREMENTS ................................ 28
A9 COPELAND “ANTI-KICKBACK” ACT .............................................................................................. 30
A10 DAVIS-BACON REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................... 32
A11 DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION .............................................................................................. 39
A12 DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE .............................................................................. 41
A13 DISTRACTED DRIVING ............................................................................................................. 45
A14 PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR
EQUIPMENT .......................................................................................................................................... 46
A15 DRUG FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS.............................................................................. 47
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A16 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) ........................................................................... 48
A17 FEDERAL FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FEDERAL MINIMUM WAGE) ................................... 55
A18 LOBBYING AND INFLUENCING FEDERAL EMPLOYEES ............................................................. 56
A19 PROHIBITION of SEGREGATED FACILITIES ............................................................................... 58
A20 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT OF 1970 .............................................................. 60
A21 PROCUREMENT OF RECOVERED MATERIALS .......................................................................... 61
A22 RIGHT TO INVENTIONS ............................................................................................................ 63
A23 SEISMIC SAFETY ....................................................................................................................... 64
A24 TAX DELINQUENCY AND FELONY CONVICTIONS .................................................................... 66
A25 TERMINATION OF CONTRACT ................................................................................................. 6 8
A26 TRADE RESTRICTION CERTIFICATION ...................................................................................... 72
A27 VETERAN’S PREFERENCE ......................................................................................................... 74
A28 DOMESTIC PREFERENCES FOR PROCUREMENTS .................................................................... 75
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C URRENT C HANGES
Item Change
Editorial update made
to the January 23,
2023 version
(effective May 24,
2023)
The link on page 35 was updated to reflect changes to the
Department of Labor website.
Editorial updates
made to the
November 17, 2022
version (effective
January 23, 2023)
Pages 7, 16, 19, 20, 25, and 42 of Appendix A were edited to correct
grammatical mistakes, update internal document links, and correct
the name of the Title VI List of Pertinent Nondiscrimination Acts
and Authorities.
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C ONTRACT G UIDANCE
Purpose of this Document
1) The purpose of this document is to establish a convenient resource for Sponsors that
consolidates federal contract provisions and clauses into one document that includes an
applicability matrix. This document itself does not create, revise or delete requirements for
participation in the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). The source of requirements
addressed within this document are identified within the section for each individual clause.
2) While this document is intended to assist Sponsors with their compliance efforts, it does not
alter or modify the terms of any applicable statute or regulation, is not a substitute for
reading the regulation and the applicability matrix, and each corresponding document
section, nor does it constitute legal advice.
3) Federal laws and regulations require that a Sponsor (a recipient of federal assistance) include
specific clauses in certain contracts, solicitations, or specifications regardless of whether or not
the project is federally funded.
4) For purposes of remaining compliant with its obligations, a Sponsor must incorporate
applicable contract provisions in all its procurements and contract documents. Unless
otherwise stated, these provisions flow down to subcontracts and sub-tier agreements.
5) Terminology:
a. The term “Sponsor” is used in this document to mean either an obligated Sponsor on a
project that is not federally funded, or a Sponsor on an AIP funded project. A Sponsor is
a “recipient” of federal assistance when receiving AIP or other FAA grant funds.
b. The term “Owner” of a public use airport is generally used in the solicitation or
contract clauses because of its common use in public contracts. An Owner becomes an
obligated Sponsor upon acceptance of the AIP grant assurances associated with current
or prior AIP grant funded projects.
c. For purposes of determining requirements for contract provisions, the term “contract”
includes professional services, and subcontracts and supplier contracts such as
purchase orders.
d. The term “contractor” is understood to mean a contractor, subcontractor, or
consultant; and means one who participates, through a contract or subcontract (at any
tier).
e. The term “bid” is understood to mean a bid, an offer, or a proposal.
f. The term “applicant” is understood to mean the following in different contexts:
i. For the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) clause, the term “applicant”
means an applicant for employment (whether or not the phrase, for
employment, follows the word applicant or applicants).
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ii. For all other clauses, the term “applicant” means a bidder, offeror, or proposer
for a contract.
Sponsor Actions
In general, Sponsor’s actions consistent with obligations:
Include in its procurements the provisions that are applicable to its project.
Not incorporate the entire contract provisions guidelines in its solicitation or contract
documents, whether by reference or by inclusion in whole. Incorporation of this entire guidance
document creates potential for ambiguous interpretation and may lead to improper application
that unnecessarily increases price. A Sponsor that fails to properly incorporate applicable
contract clauses may place themselves at risk for audit findings or denial of Federal funding.
Incorporate applicable contract provisions using mandatory language as required. The
subheading entitled Applicability advises whether a particular clause or provision has mandatory
language that a Sponsor must use.
(a) Mandatory Language – Whenever a clause or provision has mandatory text, the Sponsor
must incorporate the text of the provision without change, except where specific adaptive
input is necessary (e.g., such as the Sponsor’s name).
(b) No Mandatory Language – For provisions without mandatory language, this guidance
provides model language acceptable to the FAA. Some Sponsors may have standard
procurement language that is equivalent to those federal provisions. In these cases,
Sponsors may use their existing standard procurement provision language provided the text
meets the intent and purpose of the Federal law or regulation.
Require the contractor (including all subcontractors) to insert these contract provisions in each
lower tier contract (e.g., subcontract or sub-agreement).
Require the contractor (including all subcontractors) to incorporate the requirements of these
contract provisions by reference for work done under any purchase orders, rental agreements,
and other agreements for supplies or services.
Require that the prime contractor be responsible for compliance with these contract provisions
by any subcontractor, lower-tier subcontractor, or service provider.
Verify that any required local or State provision does not conflict with or alter a Federal law or
regulation.
Typical Procurement Steps
The typical procurement steps in a project are:
Solicitation, Request for Bids, or Request for Proposals – This is also called the Advertisement or
Notice to Bidders.
Bidding or Accepting Proposals – In this stage, the bidders receive a complete set of the
procurement documents, also known as the project manual. The project manual will typically
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include a copy of the solicitation, instructions-to-bidders, bid forms, certifications and
representations, general provisions, contract conditions, copy of contract, project drawings,
technical specifications, and related project documents.
Bid/Proposal Evaluation – Period when Sponsor tabulates, reviews, and evaluates all proposals
for bid responsiveness and bidder responsibility.
Award – Point when the Sponsor formally awards the contract to the successful bidder.
Execution of Contract – Point at which the Sponsor formally enters into a legally binding
agreement with bidder to perform services or provide goods.
Applicability Matrix for Contract Provisions
Table 1 Matrix summarizes the applicability of contract provisions based upon the type of contract or
agreement. The dollar threshold represents the value at which, when equal to or exceeded, the Sponsor
must incorporate the provision in the contract or agreement.
Supplemental information addressing applicability and use for each provision is located in Appendix A.
Appendix A and the Matrix include notes indicating when the Sponsor may incorporate references in the
solicitation in lieu of including the entire text.
Sponsors are responsible for reviewing both the Matrix and each corresponding section to determine
applicability of specific contract provisions.
Meaning of cell values in table below:
Info –Sponsor has discretion on whether to include clause in its contracts.
Limited – Provision with limited applicability depending on circumstances of the procurement.
n/a – Provision that is not applicable for that procurement type.
NIS – Provision that does not need to be included or referenced in the solicitation document
REF – Provision to be incorporated into the solicitation by reference.
REQD – Provision the Sponsor must incorporate into procurement documents.
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Table 1 – Applicability of Provisions
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Access to Records and Reports $ 0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Affirmative Action Requirement $10,000 REQD Limited REQD Limited Limited n/a
Breach of Contract $250,000 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Buy American Preferences $ 0 REF Limited REQD REQD Limited n/a
(1) Buy American Statement $ 0 NIS Limited REQD REQD Limited n/a
(2) Construction $ 0 NIS Limited REQD REQD Limited n/a
(3) Equipment/Building Projects $ 0 NIS Limited REQD REQD Limited n/a
Civil Rights – General $ 0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD
Civil Rights - Title VI Assurances $ 0 REF REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD
(1) Notice - Solicitation $ 0 REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD
(2) Clause - Contracts $ 0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD
(3) Clause – Transfer of U.S. Property $ 0 NIS n/a n/a n/a Limited REQD
(4) Clause – Transfer of Real Property $ 0 NIS n/a n/a n/a REQD REQD
(5) Clause - Construct/Use/Access to
Real Property
$ 0 NIS n/a n/a n/a REQD REQD
(6) List – Pertinent Authorities $0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD
Clean Air/Water Pollution Control $150,000 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards $100,000 NIS Limited REQD Limited Limited n/a
Copeland Anti-Kickback $ 2,000 NIS Limited REQD Limited Limited n/a
Davis Bacon Requirements $ 2,000 REF Limited REQD Limited Limited n/a
Debarment and Suspension $25,000 REF REQD REQD REQD Limited n/a
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise $ 250,000 REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Distracted Driving $10,000 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Domestic Preferences for Procurements $0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD Info
Equal Employment Opportunity $10,000 NIS Limited REQD Limited Limited n/a
(1) EEO Contract Clause $10,000 NIS Limited REQD Limited Limited n/a
(2) EEO Specification $10,000 NIS Limited REQD Limited Limited n/a
Federal Fair Labor Standards Act $ 0 REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD Info
Foreign Trade Restriction $ 0 REQD REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Lobbying Federal Employees $ 100,000 REF REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Occupational Safety and Health Act $ 0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD Info
Prohibition on Certain Telecommunications
and Video Surveillance Services or
Equipment
$0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD Info
Prohibition of Segregated Facilities $0 NIS Limited REQD Limited Limited n/a
Recovered Materials $10,000 REF Limited REQD REQD Limited n/a
Right to Inventions $ 0 NIS Limited Limited Limited n/a n/a
Seismic Safety $ 0 NIS Limited Limited Limited n/a n/a
Tax Delinquency and Felony Conviction $ 0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Termination of Contract $10,000 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
Veteran’s Preference $ 0 NIS REQD REQD REQD REQD n/a
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Airport Concessions Disadvantage Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Notes:
1. Language relative to solicitation for ACDBEs does not need to be included in AIP funded solicitations,
since in no case are concessions activities funded with federal funds.
2. Airport Sponsors must include the appropriate Civil Rights – Title VI language in their solicitation
notices when they seek proposals for concessions.
3. For ACDBE agreements, use the column for Non-AIP Contracts.
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A PPENDIX A – CONTRACT PROVISIONS
A1 ACCESS TO RECORDS AND REPORTS
A1.1 SOURCE
2 CFR § 200.334
2 CFR § 200.337
FAA Order 5100.38
A1.2 APPLICABILITY
2 CFR § 200.334 requires a Sponsor to retain records pertinent to a Federal award for a period of three
years from submission of final closure documents. 2 CFR § 200.337 establishes that Sponsors must
provide Federal entities the right to access records pertinent to the Federal award. FAA policy extends
these requirements to the Sponsor’s contracts and subcontracts of AIP funded projects.
Contract Types – The Sponsor must include this provision in all contracts and subcontracts of AIP funded
projects.
Use of Provision – No mandatory language provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA
with meeting the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor prefers to use different language, the
Sponsor’s language must fully satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR §§ 200.334 and 200.337.
A1.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
ACCESS TO RECORDS AND REPORTS
The Contractor must maintain an acceptable cost accounting system. The Contractor agrees to provide
the Owner, the Federal Aviation Administration and the Comptroller General of the United States or any
of their duly authorized representatives access to any books, documents, papers and records of the
Contractor which are directly pertinent to the specific contract for the purpose of making audit,
examination, excerpts and transcriptions. The Contractor agrees to maintain all books, records and
reports required under this contract for a period of not less than three years after final payment is made
and all pending matters are closed.
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A2 AFFIRMATIVE ACTION REQUIREMENT
A2.1 SOURCE
41 CFR Part 60-4
Executive Order 11246
A2.2 APPLICABILITY
Minority Participation. Sponsors are required to set goals for minority participation in AIP funded
projects exceeding $10,000. The goals for minority participation derive from Economic Area (EA) and
Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area (SMSA) as established in Volume 45 of the Federal Register dated
10/3/80. Page 65984 contains a table of all EAs and SMSAs and the associated minority participation
goals.
To find the goals for minority participation, a Sponsor must either refer to the Federal Register Notice or
to the Department of Labor online document, “Participation Goals for Minorities and Females”. EAs and
SMSAs span state boundaries. A Sponsor may have to refer to entries for adjacent states in order to
locate the goal for the project location.
Female Participation. Executive Order 11246 has set a goal of 6.9% nationally for female participation
for all construction projects. This value remains constant for all counties and states.
Contract Types –
Construction – The Sponsor must incorporate this notice in all solicitations for bids or requests
for proposals for AIP funded construction work contracts and subcontracts that exceed $10,000.
Construction work means construction, rehabilitation, alteration, conversion, extension,
demolition or repair of buildings, highways or other changes or improvements to real property,
including facilities providing utility services. The term also includes the supervision, inspection
and other onsite functions incidental to the actual construction.
Equipment – The Sponsor must incorporate this notice in any equipment project exceeding
$10,000 that involves installation of equipment onsite (e.g., electrical vault equipment). This
provision does not apply to equipment acquisition projects where the manufacture of the
equipment takes place offsite at a manufacturer’s plant (e.g., firefighting and snow removal
vehicles).
Professional Services – The Sponsor must incorporate this notice in any professional service
agreement if the professional services agreement includes tasks that meet the definition of
construction work [as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)] and exceeds $10,000.
Examples include installation of monitoring systems (e.g., noise, environmental, etc.).
Property/Land – The Sponsor must incorporate this notice in any agreement associated with
land acquisition if the agreement includes construction work (defined above) that exceeds
$10,000. Examples include demolition of structur es or installation of boundary fencing.
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Use of Provision – MANDATORY TEXT. The Sponsor must:
(a) Incorporate the text of this provision in its solicitations without modification.
(b) Incorporate the applicable minority participation goal and the covered area by geographic
name.
(c) Not simply insert a reference to the 1980 Federal Register Notice.
A2.3 MANDATORY SOLICITATION CLAUSE
NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO
ENSURE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
1. The Offeror’s or Bidder’s attention is called to the “Equal Opportunity Clause” and the “Standard
Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Construction Contract Specifications” set forth herein.
2. The goals and timetables for minority and female participation, expressed in percentage terms for the
Contractor’s aggregate workforce in each trade on all construction work in the covered area, are as
follows:
Timetables
Goals for minority participation for each trade: [Sponsor must insert established goal]
Goals for female participation in each trade: 6.9%
These goals are applicable to all of the Contractor’s construction work (whether or not it is Federal or
federally assisted) performed in the covered area. If the Contractor performs construction work in a
geographical area located outside of the covered area, it shall apply the goals established for such
geographical area where the work is actually performed. With regard to this second area, the Contractor
also is subject to the goals for both its federally involved and nonfederally involved construction.
The Contractor’s compliance with the Executive Order and the regulations in 41 CFR Part 60-4 shall be
based on its implementation of the Equal Opportunity Clause, specific affirmative action obligations
required by the specifications set forth in 41 CFR 60-4.3(a) and its efforts to meet the goals. The hours
of minority and female employment and training must be substantially uniform throughout the length of
the contract, and in each trade, and the Contractor shall make a good faith effort to employ minorities
and women evenly on each of its projects. The transfer of minority or female employees or trainees
from Contractor to Contractor or from project to project for the sole purpose of meeting the Contractor’s
goals shall be a violation of the contract, the Executive Order and the regulations in 41 CFR Part 60-4.
Compliance with the goals will be measured against the total work hours performed.
3. The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Director of the Office of Federal Contract
Compliance Programs (OFCCP) within 10 working days of award of any construction subcontract in
excess of $10,000 at any tier for construction work under the contract resulting from this solicitation.
The notification shall list the name, address, and telephone number of the subcontractor; employer
identification number of the subcontractor; estimated dollar amount of the subcontract; estimated
starting and completion dates of the subcontract; and the geographical area in which the subcontract is
to be performed.
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4. As used in this notice and in the contract resulting from this solicitation, the “covered area” is
[Sponsor must insert state, county, and city].
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A3 BREACH OF CONTRACT TERMS
A3.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(A)
A3.2 APPLICABILITY
This provision requires Sponsors to incorporate administrative, contractual or legal remedies in the
event that a contractor violates or breaches contract terms. The Sponsor must also include appropriate
sanctions and penalties.
Contract Types – This provision is required for all contracts that exceed the simplified acquisition
threshold as stated in 2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II (A). This threshold is occasionally adjusted for inflation
and is $250,000.
Use of Provision – No mandatory language provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA as
meeting the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR Part 200. Select either “contractor” or “consultant” as
applicable.
A3.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
BREACH OF CONTRACT TERMS
Any violation or breach of terms of this contract on the part of the [Contractor | Consultant] or its
subcontractors may result in the suspension or termination of this contract or such other action that may
be necessary to enforce the rights of the parties of this agreement.
Owner will provide [Contractor | Consultant] written notice that describes the nature of the breach and
corrective actions the [Contractor | Consultant] must undertake in order to avoid termination of the
contract. Owner reserves the right to withhold payments to Contractor until such time the Contractor
corrects the breach or the Owner elects to terminate the contract. The Owner’s notice will identify a
specific date by which the [Contractor | Consultant] must correct the breach. Owner may proceed with
termination of the contract if the [Contractor | Consultant] fails to correct the breach by the deadline
indicated in the Owner’s notice.
The duties and obligations imposed by the Contract Documents and the rights and remedies available
thereunder are in addition to, and not a limitation of, any duties, obligations, rights and remedies
otherwise imposed or available by law.
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A4 BUY AMERICAN PREFERENCE
A4.1 SOURCE
Title 49 USC § 50101
Executive Order 14005, Ensuring the Future is Made in All of America by All of America’s Workers
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Pub. L. No. 117-58), Build America, Buy America (BABA)
A4.2 APPLICABILITY
The Buy American Preference incorporates statutory requirements and policies outlined in the in 49 USC
§ 50101, Executive Order 14005, and BABA.
Section 50101 of 49 USC requires that all steel and manufactured goods used on AIP projects be
produced in the United States. This section also gives the FAA the ability to issue a waiver to a Sponsor
to use non-domestic material on an AIP funded project subject to meeting certain conditions. A Sponsor
may request that the FAA issue a waiver from the Buy American Preference requirements if the FAA
finds that:
1) Applying the provision is not in the public interest.
2) The steel or manufactured goods are not available in sufficient quantity or quality in the United
States.
3) The cost of components and subcomponents produced in the United States is more than
60 percent of the total components of a facility or equipment, and final assembly has taken
place in the United States. Items that have an FAA standard specification item number (such as
specific airport lighting equipment) are considered the equipment.
4) Applying this provision would increase the cost of the overall project by more than 25 percent.
Executive Order 14005 advances the Administration’s priority to use terms and conditions of Federal
financial assistance awards to maximize the use of goods, products, and materials produced in, and
services offered in, the United States. The Order directs, to the extent appropriate and consistent with
applicable law, agencies shall partner with the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) to
conduct supplier scouting in order to identify American companies that are able to produce goods,
products, and materials in the United States that meet Federal procurement needs, prior to
consideration of using non-domestic products.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act strengthens Made in America
Laws and bolsters America’s industrial base, protects national security, and supports high-paying jobs.
Under BABA, iron, steel and certain construction materials are required to be 100% produced in the
United States.
Under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Pub. L. No. 117-58) BABA three waivers are available for iron
and steel, manufactured products, and construction materials when a Federal agency finds that –
1) Applying the domestic content procurement preference would be inconsistent with the public
interest (a “public interest waiver”);
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2) Types of iron, steel, manufactured products, or construction materials are not produced in the
United States in sufficient and reasonably available quantities or of a satisfactory quality (a
“nonavailability waiver”); or
3) The inclusion of iron, steel, manufactured products, or construction materials produced in the
United States will increase the cost of the overall project by more than 25 percent (an
“unreasonable cost waiver”).
BABA defines construction materials, items that are or consists primarily of non-ferrous metals, plastic
and polymer-based products (including polyvinylchloride, composite building materials, and polymers
used in fiber optic cables), glass (including optic glass), lumber or drywall.
Items that consist of two or more of the aforementioned materials that have been combined together
through a manufacturing process, and items that include at least one of the listed materials combined
with a material that is not listed through a manufacturing process, should be treated as manufactured
products, rather than as construction materials. For example, a plastic framed sliding window should be
treated as a manufactured product while plate glass should be treated as a construction material.
The Buy America Preference requirements flow down from the Sponsor to first tier contractors, who are
responsible for ensuring that lower tier contractors and subcontractors are also in compliance.
Note: The Buy American Preference does not apply to temporary equipment a contractor uses as a tool
of its trade and which does not remain as part of the project.
Required Documentation
The FAA Buy American Requests. All applications (requests) for an FAA Buy American Preference
Waiver includes, at minimum, a completed Content Percentage Worksheet and Final Assembly
Questionnaire. Additional information may be requested from the applicant by the FAA. Airport
Sponsors, consultants, construction contractors, or equipment manufacturers are responsible for
completing and submitting waiver applications. The FAA is unable to make a determination on waiver
requests with incomplete information. Sponsors must confirm with the bidder or offeror to assess the
adequacy of the waiver request and associated information prior to forwarding a waiver request to the
FAA for action. All FAA waivers forms are available from the FAA Buy American Requirements webpage.
Proprietary Confidentiality. Exemption 4 of the Freedom of Information Act protects "trade secrets and
commercial or financial information obtained from a person [that is] privileged or confidential.
Proprietary manufacturing and design information submitted to the Federal Aviation Administration for
the purposes of receiving a Buy American Waiver shall not be disclosed outside the FAA. The FAA will
provide a written notification to the Airport Sponsor, manufacturer(s), contractor(s) or supplier(s) when
a waiver determination is complete.
Timing of Waiver Requests. Sponsors desiring a Type 2 waiver should submit their waiver request, with
justification, before issuing a solicitation for bids or a request for proposal for a project.
The Sponsor must submit a Type 2, Type 3, or Type 4 waiver request prior to executing the contract.
The FAA will generally not consider waiver requests after execution of the contract except where
extraordinary and extenuating circumstances exist.
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The Buy American Notice of Determination (NOD) Process. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018
requires that all approved waivers must be posted to the FAA’s website and remain posted for public
comment for 10 days, before becoming effective. All FAA waivers must complete the NOD process.
Sponsors are encouraged to wait until approved waivers become effective before executing AIP
projects.
Buy American Conformance Lists. The FAA Office of Airports maintains listings of projects and products
that have received a waiver from the Buy American Preference requirements for project specific and
nationwide use. Each of these conformance lists is available online at
www.faa.gov/airports/aip/buy_american/. Products listed on the FAA Nationwide Buy American
Conformance list do not require additional submittal of domestic content information. Nationwide
waivers expire five years from the date issued, unless revoked earlier by the FAA.
Facility Waiver Requests. For construction of a facility, the Sponsor may submit the waiver request
after bid opening, but prior to contract execution. Examples of facility construction include terminal
buildings, terminal renovation, and snow removal equipment buildings.
Contract Types –
Construction and Equipment – The Sponsor must meet the Buy American Preference
requirements of 49 USC § 50101 and BABA for all AIP funded projects that require materials that
are or consists primarily of iron, steel or manufactured goods and construction materials.
Professional Services – Professional service agreements (PSAs) do not normally result in a
deliverable that meets the definition of a manufactured product. However, the emergence of
various project delivery methods has created situations where task deliverables under a PSA
may include a manufactured product. If a PSA includes providing a manufactured good as a
deliverable under the contract, the Sponsor must include the Buy American Preference
provision in the agreement.
Property – Most land transactions do not involve acquiring a manufactured product. However,
under certain circumstances, a property acquisition project could result in the installation of a
manufactured product. For example, the installation of property fencing, gates, doors and locks,
etc. represent manufactured products acquired under an AIP funded land project that must
comply with Buy American Preferences.
Use of Provisions – No mandatory language provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA
and meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s revised
language must fully comply with 49 USC § 50101 and BABA.
There are two types of FAA Buy American certifications. The Sponsor must incorporate the appropriate
certifications of compliance with FAA Buy American Preference in the solicitation:
Construction Projects involving the replacement, rehabilitation, reconstruction of airfield
surfaces such as on runways, taxiways, taxilanes, aprons, roadways, parking lots, etc. – Insert
the Certificate of compliance to FAA Buy American Preference based on Construction Projects.
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Equipment and Buildings Projects involving and including the acquisition of equipment such as
snow removal equipment, navigational aids, wind cones, and the construction of buildings such
as hangars, terminal development, lighting vaults, aircraft rescue & firefighting buildings, etc. -
Insert the Certificate of Compliance with FAA Buy American Preference Based on
Equipment/Building Projects.
A4.3 MODEL SOLICITATION CLAUSES
A4.3.1 Certification of Compliance with FAA Buy American
Preference Statement
FAA BUY AMERICAN PREFERENCE
The Contractor certifies that its bid/offer is in compliance with 49 USC § 50101, BABA and other
related Made in America Laws,1 U.S. statutes, guidance, and FAA policies, which provide that Federal
funds may not be obligated unless all iron, steel and manufactured goods used in AIP funded projects
are produced in the United States, unless the Federal Aviation Administration has issued a waiver for
the product; the product is listed as an Excepted Article, Material Or Supply in Federal Acquisition
Regulation subpart 25.108; or is included in the FAA Nationwide Buy American Waivers Issued list.
The bidder or offeror must complete and submit the certification of compliance with FAA’s Buy
American Preference, BABA and Made in America laws included herein with their bid or offer. The
Airport Sponsor/Owner will reject as nonresponsive any bid or offer that does not include a completed
certification of compliance with FAA’s Buy American Preference and BABA.
The bidder or offeror certifies that all constructions materials, defined to mean an article, material, or
supply other than an item of primarily iron or steel; a manufactured product; cement and cementitious
materials; aggregates such as stone, sand, or gravel; or aggregate binding agents or additives that are or
consist primarily of: non-ferrous metals; plastic and polymer-based products (including
polyvinylchloride, composite building materials, and polymers used in fiber optic cables); glass
(including optic glass); lumber; or drywall used in the project are manufactured in the U.S.
1 Per Executive Order 14005 “Made in America Laws” means all statutes, regulations, rules, and Executive Orders
relating to federal financial assistance awards or federal procurement, including those that refer to “Buy America” or
“Buy American,” that require, or provide a preference for, the purchase or acquisition of goods, products, or
materials produced in the United States, including iron, steel, and manufactured products offered in the United
States.
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A4.3.2 Certification of Compliance with FAA Buy
American Preference – Construction Projects
As a matter of bid responsiveness, the bidder or offeror must complete, sign, date, and submit this
certification statement with its proposal. The bidder or offeror must indicate how it intends to comply
with 49 USC § 50101, BABA and other related Made in America Laws, U.S. statutes, guidance, and
FAA policies, by selecting one of the following certification statements. These statements are mutually
exclusive. Bidder must select one or the other (i.e., not both) by inserting a checkmark () or the letter
“X”.
Bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will comply with 49 USC § 50101, BABA and other
related U.S. statutes, guidance, and policies of the FAA by:
a) Only installing iron, steel and manufactured products produced in the United States;
b) Only installing construction materials defined as: an article, material, or supply – other
than an item of primarily iron or steel; a manufactured product; cement and cementitious
materials; aggregates such as stone, sand, or gravel; or aggregate binding agents or
additives that are or consist primarily of non-ferrous metals; plastic and polymer-based
products (including polyvinylchloride, composite building materials, and polymers used
in fiber optic cables); glass (including optic glass); lumber or drywall that have been
manufactured in the United States.
c) Installing manufactured products for which the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
has issued a waiver as indicated by inclusion on the current FAA Nationwide Buy
American Waivers Issued listing; or
d) Installing products listed as an Excepted Article, Material or Supply in Federal
Acquisition Regulation Subpart 25.108.
By selecting this certification statement, the bidder or offeror agrees:
a) To provide to the Airport Sponsor or the FAA evidence that documents the source and
origin of the iron, steel, and/or manufactured product.
b) To faithfully comply with providing U.S. domestic products.
c) To refrain from seeking a waiver request after establishment of the contract, unless
extenuating circumstances emerge that the FAA determines justified.
d) Certify that all construction materials used in the project are manufactured in the U.S.
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies it cannot comply with the 100 percent Buy American
Preferences of 49 USC § 50101(a) but may qualify for a Type 3 or Type 4 waiver under 49 USC
§ 50101(b). By selecting this certification statement, the apparent bidder or offeror with the
apparent low bid agrees:
a) To the submit to the Airport Sponsor or FAA within 15 calendar days of being selected as
the responsive bidder, a formal waiver request and required documentation that supports
the type of waiver being requested.
b) That failure to submit the required documentation within the specified timeframe is cause
for a non-responsive determination that may result in rejection of the proposal.
c) To faithfully comply with providing U.S. domestic products at or above the approved
U.S. domestic content percentage as approved by the FAA.
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d) To furnish U.S. domestic product for any waiver request that the FAA rejects.
e) To refrain from seeking a waiver request after establishment of the contract, unless
extenuating circumstances emerge that the FAA determines justified.
Required Documentation
Type 2 Waiver (Nonavailability) - The iron, steel, manufactured goods or construction materials or
manufactured goods are not available in sufficient quantity or quality in the United States. The required
documentation for the Nonavailability waiver is
a) Completed Content Percentage Worksheet and Final Assembly Questionnaire
b) Record of thorough market research, consideration where appropriate of qualifying alternate
items, products, or materials including;
c) A description of the market research activities and methods used to identify domestically
manufactured items capable of satisfying the requirement, including the timing of the research
and conclusions reached on the availability of sources.
Type 3 Waiver – The cost of components and subcomponents produced in the United States is more
than 60 percent of the cost of all components and subcomponents of the “facility/project.” The required
documentation for a Type 3 waiver is:
a) Completed Content Percentage Worksheet and Final Assembly Questionnaire including;
b) Listing of all manufactured products that are not comprised of 100 percent U.S. domestic content
(excludes products listed on the FAA Nationwide Buy American Waivers Issued listing and
products excluded by Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 25.108; products of unknown
origin must be considered as non-domestic products in their entirety).
c) Cost of non-domestic components and subcomponents, excluding labor costs associated with
final assembly and installation at project location.
d) Percentage of non-domestic component and subcomponent cost as compared to total “facility”
component and subcomponent costs, excluding labor costs associated with final assembly and
installation at project location.
Type 4 Waiver (Unreasonable Costs) - Applying this provision for iron, steel, manufactured goods or
construction materials would increase the cost of the overall project by more than 25 percent. The
required documentation for this waiver is:
a) A completed Content Percentage Worksheet and Final Assembly Questionnaire from
b) At minimum two comparable equal bids and/or offers;
c) Receipt or record that demonstrates that supplier scouting called for in Executive Order 14005,
indicates that no domestic source exists for the project and/or component;
d) Completed waiver applications for each comparable bid and/or offer.
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False Statements: Per 49 USC § 47126, this certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of
the Federal Aviation Administration and the making of a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may
render the maker subject to prosecution under Title 18, United States Code.
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A4.3.3 Certification of Compliance with FAA Buy
American Preference – Equipment/Building
Projects
As a matter of bid responsiveness, the bidder or offeror must complete, sign, date, and submit this
certification statement with their proposal. The bidder or offeror must indicate how they intend to
comply with 49 USC § 50101, and other Made in America Laws, U.S. statutes, guidance, and FAA
policies by selecting one on the following certification statements. These statements are mutually
exclusive. Bidder must select one or the other (not both) by inserting a checkmark () or the letter “X”.
Bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will comply with 49 USC § 50101, BABA and other
related U.S. statutes, guidance, and policies of the FAA by:
a) Only installing steel and manufactured products produced in the United States;
b) Only installing construction materials defined as: an article, material, or supply – other
than an item of primarily iron or steel; a manufactured product; cement and
cementitious materials; aggregates such as stone, sand, or gravel; or aggregate binding
agents or additives that are or consist primarily of non-ferrous metals; plastic and
polymer-based products (including polyvinylchloride, composite building materials,
and polymers used in fiber optic cables); glass (including optic glass); lumber or
drywall that have been manufactured in the United States.
c) Installing manufactured products for which the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
has issued a waiver as indicated by inclusion on the current FAA Nationwide Buy
American Waivers Issued listing; or
d) Installing products listed as an Excepted Article, Material or Supply in Federal
Acquisition Regulation Subpart 25.108.
By selecting this certification statement, the bidder or offeror agrees:
a) To provide to the Airport Sponsor or FAA evidence that documents the source and
origin of the steel and manufactured product.
b) To faithfully comply with providing U.S. domestic product.
c) To furnish U.S. domestic product for any waiver request that the FAA rejects.
d) To refrain from seeking a waiver request after establishment of the contract, unless
extenuating circumstances emerge that the FAA determines justified.
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies it cannot comply with the 100 percent Buy American
Preferences of 49 USC § 50101(a) but may qualify for a Type 3 waiver under 49 USC §
50101(b). By selecting this certification statement, the apparent bidder or offeror with the
apparent low bid agrees:
a) To submit to the Airport Sponsor or FAA within 15 calendar days of being selected as
the responsive bidder, a formal waiver request and required documentation that
supports the type of waiver being requested.
b) That failure to submit the required documentation within the specified timeframe is
cause for a non-responsive determination that may result in rejection of the proposal.
c) To faithfully comply with providing U.S. domestic products at or above the approved
U.S. domestic content percentage as approved by the FAA.
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d) To refrain from seeking a waiver request after establishment of the contract, unless
extenuating circumstances emerge that the FAA determines justified.
Required Documentation
Type 2 Waiver (Nonavailability) - The iron, steel, manufactured goods or construction materials are
not available in sufficient quantity or quality in the United States. The required documentation for the
Nonavailability waiver is:
a) Completed Content Percentage Worksheet and Final Assembly Questionnaire
b) Record of thorough market research, consideration where appropriate of qualifying
alternate items, products, or materials including;
c) A description of the market research activities and methods used to identify
domestically manufactured items capable of satisfying the requirement, including the
timing of the research and conclusions reached on the availability of sources.
Type 3 Waiver – The cost of the item components and subcomponents produced in the United States is
more that 60 percent of the cost of all components and subcomponents of the “item”. The required
documentation for a Type 3 waiver is:
a) Completed Content Percentage Worksheet and Final Assembly Questionnaire including;
b) Listing of all product components and subcomponents that are not comprised of 100
percent U.S. domestic content (Excludes products listed on the FAA Nationwide Buy
American Waivers Issued listing and products excluded by Federal Acquisition
Regulation Subpart 25.108 (products of unknown origin must be considered as non-
domestic products in their entirety).
c) Cost of non-domestic components and subcomponents, excluding labor costs associated
with final assembly at place of manufacture.
d) Percentage of non-domestic component and subcomponent cost as compared to total
“item” component and subcomponent costs, excluding labor costs associated with final
assembly at place of manufacture.
Type 4 Waiver (Unreasonable Costs) - Applying this provision for iron, steel, manufactured goods or
construction materials, would increase the cost of the overall project by more than 25 percent. The
required documentation for this waiver is:
a) Completed Content Percentage Worksheet and Final Assembly Questionnaire from
b) At minimum two comparable equal bidders and/or offerors;
c) Receipt or record that demonstrates that supplier scouting called for in Executive Order
14005, indicates that no domestic source exists for the project and/or component;
d) Completed waiver applications for each comparable bid and/or offer.
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False Statements: Per 49 USC § 47126, this certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of
the Federal Aviation Administration and the making of a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may
render the maker subject to prosecution under Title 18, United States Code.
Date Signature
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A5 CIVIL RIGHTS - GENERAL
A5.1 SOURCE
49 USC § 47123
A5.2 APPLICABILITY
There are two separate civil rights provisions that apply to projects:
1. FAA General Civil Rights Provision and,
2. Title VI provisions, which are addressed in Appendix A6.
Contract Types – The General Civil Rights Provisions found in 49 USC § 47123, derived from the Airport
and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, Section 520, apply to all Sponsor contracts regardless of funding
source.
Use of Provision – MANDATORY TEXT. Each contract must include two civil rights provisions. The first
general clause must be included in all contracts, lease agreements, or transfer agreements. An
additional specific provision must be included; the applicable text is based on whether the contract is a
general contract or whether the contract is a lease or transfer agreement. The Sponsor must incorporate
the text of the appropriate general clause and specific clause without modification into the contract,
lease, or transfer agreement.
The required clauses for each type of contact are summarized in the table below:
Contract Clause The Sponsor must include the contract
clause in:
Clause Text is
Included in
Paragraph
Clause that is used for all contracts,
lease agreements and transfer
agreements
Every contract or agreement regardless of
funding source.
A5.3.1
Clause that is used for general
contract agreements
This applies to all contracts that do not
involve property agreements. It applies to
all contracts not covered by A5.3.3
regardless of funding source.
A5.3.2
Clause that is used for lease
agreements and transfer agreements
This applies to all property agreements
such leases of concession space in a
terminal and leases where a physical
portion of the airport is transferred for
use. It applies to all contracts not covered
by A5.3.2 regardless of funding source.
A5.3.3
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A5.3 MANDATORY CONTRACT CLAUSES
A5.3.1 General Clause that is used for Contracts, Lease
Agreements, and Transfer Agreements
GENERAL CIVIL RIGHTS PROVISIONS
In all its activities within the scope of its airport program, the Contractor agrees to comply with
pertinent statutes, Executive Orders, and such rules as identified in Title VI List of Pertinent
Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities to ensure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color,
national origin (including limited English proficiency), creed, sex (including sexual orientation and
gender identity), age, or disability be excluded from participating in any activity conducted with or
benefiting from Federal assistance.
This provision is in addition to that required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
A5.3.2 Specific Clause that is used for General Contract
Agreements
The above provision binds the Contractor and subcontractors from the bid solicitation period through
the completion of the contract.
A5.3.3 Specific Clause that is used for Lease Agreements
or Transfer Agreements
If the Contractor transfers its obligation to another, the transferee is obligated in the same manner as the
Contractor.
The above provision obligates the Contractor for the period during which the property is owned, used or
possessed by the Contractor and the airport remains obligated to the Federal Aviation Administration.
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A6 CIVIL RIGHTS – TITLE VI ASSURANCE
A6.1 SOURCE
49 USC § 47123
FAA Order 1400.11
A6.2 APPLICABILITY
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, (Title VI) prohibits discrimination on the grounds of
race, color, or national origin under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
Sponsors must include appropriate clauses from the Standard DOT Title VI Assurances in all contracts
and solicitations.
The text of each individual clause comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation Order DOT 1050.2,
Standard Title VI Assurances and Nondiscrimination Provisions, effective April 24, 2013. These
assurances require that the Recipient (the Sponsor) insert the appropriate clauses in the form provided
by the DOT. Where the clause refers to the applicable activity, project, or program, it means the AIP
project.
The clauses are as follows:
A6.2.1 Applicability of Title VI Solicitation Notice
Contract Clause The Sponsor must include the contract
clause in:
Clause Text is
Included in
Paragraph
Title VI Solicitation Notice –
Assurance 2 of the DOT
Standard Title VI Assurances
and Nondiscrimination
Clauses
Assurance 30(d) of the
Airport Sponsors Assurances
1) All AIP funded solicitations for bids,
requests for proposals, or any work
subject to Title VI regulations; and
2) All Sponsor proposals for negotiated
agreements regardless of funding
source.
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Contract Clause The Sponsor must include the contract
clause in:
Clause Text is
Included in
Paragraph
Title VI Clauses for Compliance with
Nondiscrimination Requirements
Assurance 3 of the DOT
Standard Title VI Assurances
and Nondiscrimination
Clauses
Assurance 30(e)(1) of the
Airport Sponsor Assurances
Every contract or agreement (unless the
Sponsor has determined, and the FAA
concurs, that the contract or agreement is
not subject to the Nondiscrimination Acts
and Authorities, which is a rare
occurrence).
It has been determined that service
contracts with utility companies that are
not already subject to substantively
identical nondiscrimination requirements
must include this clause.
A6.4.2
Title VI Required Clause for Property
Interests Transferred from the
United States
Assurance 4 of the DOT
Standard Title VI Assurances
and Nondiscrimination
Clauses
Assurance 30e.3 of the
Airport Sponsor Assurances
As a covenant running with the land, in
any deed from the United States effecting
or recording a transfer of real property,
structures, use, or improvements thereon
or interest therein to a Sponsor.
This is a rare occurrence, and it will be the
responsibility of the United States
government to include the clause in the
contract.
A6.4.3
Title VI Required Clause for Transfer
of Real Property Acquired or
Improved Under the Activity, Facility
or Program –
Assurance 5 of the DOT
Standard Title VI Assurances
and Nondiscrimination
Clauses
Assurance 30(e)(4)(a) of the
Airport Sponsor Assurances
As a covenant running with the land, in
any future deeds, leases, licenses, permits,
or similar instruments entered into by the
Sponsor with other parties for all transfers
of real property acquired or improved
under Airport Improvement Program
This applies to agreements such as leases
where a physical portion of the airport is
transferred for use, for example a fuel
farm, apron space, or a parking facility. It
applies to agreements not covered by
A6.4.4.
A6.4.4
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Contract Clause The Sponsor must include the contract
clause in:
Clause Text is
Included in
Paragraph
Clause for Construction/Use/Access
to Real Property Acquired Under the
Activity, Facility or Program
Assurance 6 of the DOT
Standard Title VI Assurances
and Nondiscrimination
Clauses
Assurance 30(e)(4)(b) of the
Airport Sponsor Assurances
In any future (deeds, leases, licenses,
permits, or similar instruments) entered
into by the Sponsor with other parties for
the construction or use of, or access to,
space on, over, or under real property
acquired or improved under Airport
Improvement Program
This applies to agreements such as leases
of concession space in a terminal not
covered by A6.4.3.
A6.4.5
Title VI List of Pertinent
Nondiscrimination Acts and
Authorities
Assurance 3 of the DOT
Standard Title VI Assurances
and Nondiscrimination
Clauses
Assurance 30(e)(2) of the
Airport Sponsor Assurances
Insert this list in every contract or
agreement, unless the Sponsor has
determined, and the FAA concurs, that the
contract or agreement is not subject to
the Nondiscrimination Acts and
Authorities, which is a rare occurrence.
This list can only be omitted if the FAA
has determined that the contractor or
company is already subject to
substantively identical nondiscrimination
requirements.
A6.4.1
List must be
included in all
applicable
contracts.
A6.3 MANDATORY SOLICITATION CLAUSE
The Sponsor must include this clause in:
1) All AIP funded solicitations for bids, requests for proposals, or any work subject to Title VI
regulations; and
2) All Sponsor proposals for negotiated agreements regardless of funding source.
A6.3.1 Title VI Solicitation Notice
Title VI Solicitation Notice:
The (Name of Sponsor), in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
(78 Stat. 252, 42 USC §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders or offerors
that it will affirmatively ensure that for any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, [select
businesses, or disadvantaged business enterprises or airport concession disadvantaged business
enterprises] will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and no
businesses will be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin (including limited
English proficiency), creed, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, or disability in
consideration for an award.
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A6.4 MANDATORY CONTRACT CLAUSES
A6.4.1 Title VI List of Pertinent Nondiscrimination Acts
and Authorities
Insert this list in every contract or agreement, unless the Sponsor has determined and the FAA concurs,
that the contract or agreement is not subject to the Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities. This list can
be omitted if the FAA has determined that the contractor or company is already subject to
nondiscrimination requirements, which is a rare occurrence.
Title VI List of Pertinent Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities
During the performance of this contract, the Contractor, for itself, its assignees, and successors in
interest (hereinafter referred to as the “Contractor”) agrees to comply with the following non-
discrimination statutes and authorities; including but not limited to:
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC § 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252) (prohibits
discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin);
49 CFR part 21 (Non-discrimination in Federally-Assisted programs of the Department of
Transportation—Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964);
The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, (42 USC
§ 4601) (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose property has been acquired
because of Federal or Federal-aid programs and projects);
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 USC § 794 et seq.), as amended (prohibits
discrimination on the basis of disability); and 49 CFR part 27 (Nondiscrimination on the Basis of
Disability in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance);
The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 USC § 6101 et seq.) (prohibits
discrimination on the basis of age);
Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982 (49 USC § 47123), as amended (prohibits
discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, or sex);
The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (PL 100-259) (broadened the scope, coverage and
applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition of the terms “programs
or activities” to include all of the programs or activities of the Federal-aid recipients, sub-
recipients and contractors, whether such programs or activities are Federally funded or not);
Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 USC § 12101, et seq)
(prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and
private transportation systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing entities) as
implemented by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations at 49 CFR parts 37 and 38;
The Federal Aviation Administration’s Nondiscrimination statute (49 USC § 47123) (prohibits
discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, and sex);
Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority
Populations and Low-Income Populations (ensures nondiscrimination against minority
populations by discouraging programs, policies, and activities with disproportionately high and
adverse human health or environmental effects on minority and low-income populations);
Executive Order 13166, Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English
Proficiency, and resulting agency guidance, national origin discrimination includes discrimination
because of limited English proficiency (LEP). To ensure compliance with Title VI, you must
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take reasonable steps to ensure that LEP persons have meaningful access to your programs [70
Fed. Reg. 74087 (2005)];
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, which prohibits you from
discriminating because of sex in education programs or activities (20 USC § 1681, et seq).
A6.4.2 Nondiscrimination Requirements/Title VI Clauses
for Compliance
The Sponsor must include this contract clause in:
1) Every contract or agreement (unless the Sponsor has determined, and the FAA concurs,
that the contract or agreement is not subject to the Nondiscrimination Acts and
Authorities); and
2) Service contracts with utility companies that are not already subject to substantively
identical nondiscrimination requirements.
3) Other types of contracts with utility companies involving property covered by A6.4.2,
A6.4.3, or A6.4.4.
Compliance with Nondiscrimination Requirements:
During the performance of this contract, the Contractor, for itself, its assignees, and successors in
interest (hereinafter referred to as the “Contractor”), agrees as follows:
1. Compliance with Regulations: The Contractor (hereinafter includes consultants) will
comply with the Title VI List of Pertinent Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities, as they
may be amended from time to time, which are herein incorporated by reference and made a
part of this contract.
2. Nondiscrimination: The Contractor, with regard to the work performed by it during the
contract, will not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, national origin (including limited
English proficiency), creed, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, or
disability in the selection and retention of subcontractors, including procurements of
materials and leases of equipment. The Contractor will not participate directly or indirectly
in the discrimination prohibited by the Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities, including
employment practices when the contract covers any activity, project, or program set forth in
Appendix B of 49 CFR part 21.
3. Solicitations for Subcontracts, including Procurements of Materials and Equipment: In
all solicitations, either by competitive bidding or negotiation made by the Contractor for work
to be performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials, or leases of
equipment, each potential subcontractor or supplier will be notified by the Contractor of the
contractor’s obligations under this contract and the Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities
on the grounds of race, color, or national origin.
4. Information and Reports: The Contractor will provide all information and reports required
by the Acts, the Regulations, and directives issued pursuant thereto and will permit access to
its books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as may be
determined by the Sponsor or the Federal Aviation Administration to be pertinent to ascertain
compliance with such Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities and instructions. Where any
information required of a contractor is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or
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refuses to furnish the information, the Contractor will so certify to the Sponsor or the Federal
Aviation Administration, as appropriate, and will set forth what efforts it has made to obtain
the information.
5. Sanctions for Noncompliance: In the event of a Contractor’s noncompliance with the non-
discrimination provisions of this contract, the Sponsor will impose such contract sanctions as
it or the Federal Aviation Administration may determine to be appropriate, including, but not
limited to:
a. Withholding payments to the Contractor under the contract until the Contractor
complies; and/or
b. Cancelling, terminating, or suspending a contract, in whole or in part.
6. Incorporation of Provisions: The Contractor will include the provisions of paragraphs one
through six in every subcontract, including procurements of materials and leases of
equipment, unless exempt by the Acts, the Regulations, and directives issued pursuant
thereto. The Contractor will take action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as
the Sponsor or the Federal Aviation Administration may direct as a means of enforcing such
provisions including sanctions for noncompliance. Provided, that if the Contractor becomes
involved in, or is threatened with litigation by a subcontractor, or supplier because of such
direction, the Contractor may request the Sponsor to enter into any litigation to protect the
interests of the Sponsor. In addition, the Contractor may request the United States to enter
into the litigation to protect the interests of the United States.
A6.4.3 Title VI Clauses for Deeds Transferring United
States Property
This is a rare occurrence, and it will be the responsibility of the United States government to include the
clause in the contract. It will be included as a covenant running with the land, in any deed from the
United States effecting or recording a transfer of real property, structures, use, or improvements
thereon or interest therein to a Sponsor.
CLAUSES FOR DEEDS TRANSFERRING UNITED STATES PROPERTY
The following clauses will be included in deeds effecting or recording the transfer of real property,
structures, or improvements thereon, or granting interest therein from the United States pursuant to the
provisions of the Airport Improvement Program grant assurances:
NOW, THEREFORE, the Federal Aviation Administration as authorized by law and upon the
condition that the (Title of Sponsor) will accept title to the lands and maintain the project constructed
thereon in accordance with (Name of Appropriate Legislative Authority), for the (Airport
Improvement Program or other program for which land is transferred), and the policies and
procedures prescribed by the Federal Aviation Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation
in accordance and in compliance with all requirements imposed by Title 49, Code of Federal
Regulations, U.S. Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Non-
discrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the U.S. Department of Transportation pertaining to
and effectuating the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252; 42 USC
§§ 2000d to 2000d-4), does hereby remise, release, quitclaim and convey unto the (Title of Sponsor) all
the right, title and interest of the U.S. Department of Transportation/Federal Aviation Administration in
and to said lands described in (Exhibit A attached hereto or other exhibit describing the transferred
property) and made a part hereof.
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(HABENDUM CLAUSE)
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD said lands and interests therein unto (Title of Sponsor) and its successors
forever, subject, however, to the covenants, conditions, restrictions and reservations herein contained as
follows, which will remain in effect for the period during which the real property or structures are used
for a purpose for which Federal financial assistance is extended or for another purpose involving the
provision of similar services or benefits and will be binding on the (Title of Sponsor), its successors and
assigns.
The (Title of Sponsor), in consideration of the conveyance of said lands and interests in lands, does
hereby covenant and agree as a covenant running with the land for itself, its successors and assigns, that
(1) no person will on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be
denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination with regard to any facility located
wholly or in part on, over, or under such lands hereby conveyed [,] [and]* (2) that the (Title of Sponsor)
will use the lands and interests in lands and interests in lands so conveyed, in compliance with all
requirements imposed by or pursuant to Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, U.S. Department of
Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federally-assisted
programs of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of
1964, and as said Regulations and Acts may be amended[, and (3) that in the event of breach of any of
the above-mentioned nondiscrimination conditions, the Department will have a right to enter or re-enter
said lands and facilities on said land, and that above described land and facilities will thereon revert to
and vest in and become the absolute property of the Federal Aviation Administration and its assigns as
such interest existed prior to this instruction].*
(*Reverter clause and related language to be used only when it is determined that such a clause is
necessary in order to make clear the purpose of Title VI.)
A6.4.4 Title VI Clauses for Transfer of Real Property
Acquired or Improved Under the Activity, Facility,
or Program
This applies to agreements such as leases where a physical portion of the airport is transferred for
use―for example a fuel farm, apron space, or a parking facility―and will be included as a covenant
running with the land, in any future deeds, leases, licenses, permits, or similar instruments entered into
by the Sponsor with other parties for all transfers of real property acquired or improved under the
Airport Improvement Program.
CLAUSES FOR TRANSFER OF REAL PROPERTY ACQUIRED OR IMPROVED UNDER THE
AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The following clauses will be included in deeds, licenses, leases, permits, or similar instruments
entered into by the Sponsor pursuant to the provisions of the Airport Improvement Program grant
assurances:
A. The (grantee, lessee, permittee, etc. as appropriate) for himself/herself, his/her heirs,
personal representatives, successors in interest, and assigns, as a part of the consideration
hereof, does hereby covenant and agree [in the case of deeds and leases add “as a covenant
running with the land”] that:
1. In the event facilities are constructed, maintained, or otherwise operated on the
property described in this (deed, license, lease, permit, etc.) for a purpose for which a
Federal Aviation Administration activity, facility, or program is extended or for
another purpose involving the provision of similar services or benefits, the (grantee,
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licensee, lessee, permittee, etc.) will maintain and operate such facilities and services
in compliance with all requirements imposed by the Nondiscrimination Acts and
Regulations listed in the Title VI List of Pertinent Nondiscrimination Acts and
Authorities (as may be amended) such that no person on the grounds of race, color, or
national origin, will be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be
otherwise subjected to discrimination in the use of said facilities.
B. With respect to licenses, leases, permits, etc., in the event of breach of any of the above
Nondiscrimination covenants, (Title of Sponsor) will have the right to terminate the (lease,
license, permit, etc.) and to enter, re-enter, and repossess said lands and facilities thereon,
and hold the same as if the (lease, license, permit, etc.) had never been made or issued.*
C. With respect to a deed, in the event of breach of any of the above Nondiscrimination
covenants, the (Title of Sponsor) will have the right to enter or re-enter the lands and
facilities thereon, and the above-described lands and facilities will there upon revert to and
vest in and become the absolute property of the (Title of Sponsor) and its assigns.*
(*Reverter clause and related language to be used only when it is determined that such a clause is
necessary to make clear the purpose of Title VI.)
A6.4.5 Title VI Clauses for Construction/Use/Access to
Real Property Acquired Under the Activity,
Facility or Program
This applies to agreements such as leases of concession space in a terminal and any future deeds, leases,
licenses, permits, or similar instruments entered into by the Sponsor with other parties for the
construction or use of, or access to, space on, over, or under real property acquired or improved under
the Airport Improvement Program.
CLAUSES FOR CONSTRUCTION/USE/ACCESS TO REAL PROPERTY ACQUIRED
UNDER THE ACTIVITY, FACILITY OR PROGRAM
The following clauses will be included in deeds, licenses, permits, or similar instruments/agreements
entered into by (Title of Sponsor) pursuant to the provisions of the Airport Improvement Program grant
assurances.
A. The (grantee, licensee, permittee, etc., as appropriate) for himself/herself, his/her heirs,
personal representatives, successors in interest, and assigns, as a part of the consideration
hereof, does hereby covenant and agree (in the case of deeds and leases add, “as a covenant
running with the land”) that (1) no person on the ground of race, color, or national origin, will
be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to
discrimination in the use of said facilities, (2) that in the construction of any improvements
on, over, or under such land, and the furnishing of services thereon, no person on the ground
of race, color, or national origin, will be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits
of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, (3) that the (grantee, licensee, lessee,
permittee, etc.) will use the premises in compliance with all other requirements imposed by or
pursuant to the Title VI List of Pertinent Nondiscrimination Acts and Authorities.
B. With respect to (licenses, leases, permits, etc.), in the event of breach of any of the above
Non-discrimination covenants, (Title of Sponsor) will have the right to terminate the (license,
permit, etc., as appropriate) and to enter or re-enter and repossess said land and the facilities
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thereon, and hold the same as if said (license, permit, etc., as appropriate) had never been
made or issued.*
C. With respect to deeds, in the event of breach of any of the above Non-discrimination
covenants, (Title of Sponsor) will there upon revert to and vest in and become the absolute
property of (Title of Sponsor) and its assigns.*
(*Reverter clause and related language to be used only when it is determined that such a clause is
necessary to make clear the purpose of Title VI.)
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A7 CLEAN AIR AND WATER POLLUTION CONTROL
A7.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(G)
42 USC § 7401, et seq
33 USC § 1251, et seq
A7.2 APPLICABILITY
Contract Types – This provision is required for all contracts and lower tier contracts that exceed
$150,000.
Use of Provision – No mandatory language provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA
and meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s
language must fully satisfy the requirements of Appendix II to 2 CFR § 200.
A7.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
CLEAN AIR AND WATER POLLUTION CONTROL
Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable standards, orders, and regulations issued pursuant to the
Clean Air Act (42 USC §§ 7401-7671q) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended
(33 USC §§ 1251-1387). The Contractor agrees to report any violation to the Owner immediately upon
discovery. The Owner assumes responsibility for notifying the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
and the Federal Aviation Administration.
Contractor must include this requirement in all subcontracts that exceed $150,000.
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A8 CONTRACT WORKHOURS AND SAFETY STANDARDS ACT
REQUIREMENTS
A8.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(E)
2 CFR § 5.5(b)
40 USC § 3702
40 USC § 3704
A8.2 APPLICABILITY
Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act Requirements (CWHSSA) (40 USC §§ 3702 & 3704)
requires contractors and subcontractors on covered contracts to pay laborers and mechanics employed
in the performance of the contracts not less than one and one-half times their basic rate of pay for all
hours worked over 40 in a workweek. CWHSSA prohibits unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous working
conditions on federally-assisted projects. The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) within the U.S.
Department of Labor (DOL) enforces the compensation requirements of this Act, while DOL’s
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforces the safety and health requirements.
Contract Types –
Construction – This provision applies to all contracts and lower tier contracts that exceed
$100,000, and employ laborers, mechanics, watchmen, and guards.
Equipment – This provision applies to any equipment project exceeding $100,000 that involves
installation of equipment onsite (e.g., electrical vault equipment). This provision does not apply
to equipment acquisition projects where the manufacture of the equipment takes place offsite
at the vendor plant (e.g., ARFF and SRE vehicles).
Professional Services – This provision applies to professional service agreements that exceed
$100,000 and employs laborers, mechanics, watchmen, and guards. This includes members of
survey crews and exploratory drilling operations.
Property – While most land transactions do not involve employment of laborers, mechanics,
watchmen, and guards, under certain circumstances, a property acquisition project could
require such employment. Examples include the installation of property fencing or testing for
environmental contamination
Use of Provision – MANDATORY TEXT. Sponsors must incorporate this text without modification.
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A8.3 MANDATORY CONTRACT CLAUSE
CONTRACT WORKHOURS AND SAFETY STANDARDS ACT REQUIREMENTS
1. Overtime Requirements.
No contractor or subcontractor contracting for any part of the contract work which may require or
involve the employment of laborers or mechanics shall require or permit any such laborer or mechanic,
including watchmen and guards, in any workweek in which he or she is employed on such work to work
in excess of forty hours in such workweek unless such laborer or mechanic receives compensation at a
rate not less than one and one-half times the basic rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of forty
hours in such workweek.
2. Violation; Liability for Unpaid Wages; Liquidated Damages.
In the event of any violation of the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this clause, the Contractor and
any subcontractor responsible therefor shall be liable for the unpaid wages. In addition, such contractor
and subcontractor shall be liable to the United States (in the case of work done under contract for the
District of Columbia or a territory, to such District or to such territory), for liquidated damages. Such
liquidated damages shall be computed with respect to each individual laborer or mechanic, including
watchmen and guards, employed in violation of the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this clause, in the
sum of $29 for each calendar day on which such individual was required or permitted to work in excess
of the standard workweek of forty hours without payment of the overtime wages required by the clause
set forth in paragraph (1) of this clause.
3. Withholding for Unpaid Wages and Liquidated Damages.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or the Owner shall upon its own action or upon written
request of an authorized representative of the Department of Labor withhold or cause to be withheld,
from any moneys payable on account of work performed by the contractor or subcontractor under any
such contract or any other Federal contract with the same prime contractor, or any other federally-
assisted contract subject to the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, which is held by the
same prime contractor, such sums as may be determined to be necessary to satisfy any liabilities of such
contractor or subcontractor for unpaid wages and liquidated damages as provided in the clause set forth
in paragraph (2) of this clause.
4. Subcontractors.
The Contractor or subcontractor shall insert in any subcontracts the clauses set forth in paragraphs (1)
through (4) and also a clause requiring the subcontractor to include these clauses in any lower tier
subcontracts. The prime contractor shall be responsible for compliance by any subcontractor or lower
tier subcontractor with the clauses set forth in paragraphs (1) through (4) of this clause.
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A9 COPELAND “ANTI-KICKBACK” ACT
A9.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(D)
29 CFR Parts 3 and 5
A9.2 APPLICABILITY and PURPOSE
The Copeland (Anti-Kickback) Act (18 USC § 874 and 40 USC § 3145) makes it unlawful to induce by
force, intimidation, threat of dismissal from employment, or by any other manner, any person employed
in the construction or repair of public buildings or public works, financed in whole or in part by the
United States, to give up any part of the compensation to which that person is entitled under a contract
of employment. The Copeland Act also requires each contractor and subcontractor to furnish weekly a
statement of compliance with respect to the wages paid each employee during the preceding week.
Contract Types –
Construction – This provision applies to all construction contracts and subcontracts financed
under the AIP that exceed $2,000.
Equipment – This provision applies to all equipment installation projects (e.g., electrical vault
improvements) financed under the AIP that exceed $2,000. This provision does not apply to
equipment acquisitions where the equipment is manufactured at the vendor’s plant (e.g., SRE
and ARFF vehicles).
Professional Services –The emergence of different project delivery methods has created
situations where Professional Service Agreements (PSAs) include tasks that meet the definition
of construction, alteration, or repair as defined in 29 CFR Part 5. If such tasks result in work that
qualifies as construction, alteration, or repair and it exceeds $2,000, the PSA must incorporate
the Copeland Anti-kickback provision.
Property –Ordinarily, land acquisition projects would not involve employment of laborers or
mechanics and thus the Copeland Anti-Kickback provision would not apply. However, land
projects that involve installation of boundary fencing and demolition of structures would involve
laborers and mechanics. The Sponsor must include this provision if the land acquisition project
involves employment of laborers or mechanics for a contract exceeding $2,000.
Use of Provision – No mandatory language provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA
and meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s
language must fully satisfy the requirements of 29 CFR Part 5.
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A9.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
COPELAND “ANTI-KICKBACK” ACT
Contractor must comply with the requirements of the Copeland “Anti-Kickback” Act (18 USC 874 and
40 USC 3145), as supplemented by Department of Labor regulation 29 CFR part 3. Contractor and
subcontractors are prohibited from inducing, by any means, any person employed on the project to give
up any part of the compensation to which the employee is entitled. The Contractor and each
Subcontractor must submit to the Owner, a weekly statement on the wages paid to each employee
performing on covered work during the prior week. Owner must report any violations of the Act to the
Federal Aviation Administration.
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A10 DAVIS-BACON REQUIREMENTS
A10.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(D)
29 CFR Part 5
49 USC § 47112(b)
40 USC §§ 3141-3144, 3146, and 3147
A10.2 APPLICABILITY
The Davis-Bacon Act (40 USC §§ 3141-3144, 3146, and 3147) ensures that laborers and mechanics
employed under the contract receive pay no less than the locally prevailing wages and fringe benefits as
determined by the Department of Labor.
Contract Types –
Construction – Incorporate into all construction contracts and subcontracts that exceed $2,000
and include funding from the AIP.
Equipment – This provision applies to all equipment installation projects (e.g., electrical vault
improvements) financed under the AIP that exceed $ 2,000. This provision does not apply to
equipment acquisitions where the equipment is manufactured at the vendor’s plant (e.g., SRE
and ARFF vehicles)
Professional Services – The emergence of different project delivery methods has created
situations where Professional Service Agreements (PSAs) includes tasks that meet the definition
of construction, alteration, or repair as defined in 29 CFR Part 5. If such tasks result in work that
qualifies as construction, alteration, or repair and it exceeds $2,000, the PSA must incorporate
this clause.
Property – Ordinarily, land acquisition projects would not involve employment of laborers or
mechanics and thus the provision would not apply. However, land projects that involve
installation of boundary fencing and demolition of structures would involve laborers and
mechanics. The Sponsor must include this provision if the land acquisition project involves
employment of laborers or mechanics for a contract exceeding $2,000.
Fencing Projects – Fencing projects that exceed $2,000 must include this provision.
Use of Provision – MANDATORY TEXT. 29 CFR part 5 establishes specific language a Sponsor must use.
The Sponsor may not make any modification to the standard language. A/E firms that employ laborers
and mechanics on a task that meets the definition of construction, alteration, or repair are acting as a
contractor. The Sponsor may not substitute the term “Contractor” for “Consultant” in such instances.
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A10.3 MANDATORY CONTRACT CLAUSE
DAVIS-BACON REQUIREMENTS
1. Minimum Wages.
(i) All laborers and mechanics employed or working upon the site of the work will be paid
unconditionally and not less often than once a week, and without subsequent deduction or rebate on any
account (except such payroll deductions as are permitted by the Secretary of Labor under the Copeland
Act (29 CFR Part 3)), the full amount of wages and bona fide fringe benefits (or cash equivalent
thereof) due at time of payment computed at rates not less than those contained in the wage
determination of the Secretary of Labor which is attached hereto and made a part hereof, regardless of
any contractual relationship which may be alleged to exist between the Contractor and such laborers and
mechanics.
Contributions made or costs reasonably anticipated for bona fide fringe benefits under section 1(b)(2) of
the Davis-Bacon Act on behalf of laborers or mechanics are considered wages paid to such laborers or
mechanics, subject to the provisions of paragraph (1)(iv) of this section; also, regular contributions
made or costs incurred for more than a weekly period (but not less often than quarterly) under plans,
funds, or programs which cover the particular weekly period, are deemed to be constructively made or
incurred during such weekly period. Such laborers and mechanics shall be paid the appropriate wage
rate and fringe benefits on the wage determination for the classification of work actually performed,
without regard to skill, except as provided in 29 CFR § 5.5(a)(4). Laborers or mechanics performing
work in more than one classification may be compensated at the rate specified for each classification for
the time actually worked therein: Provided, that the employer’s payroll records accurately set forth the
time spent in each classification in which work is performed. The wage determination (including any
additional classification and wage rates conformed under (1)(ii) of this section) and the Davis-Bacon
poster (WH-1321) shall be posted at all times by the Contractor and its subcontractors at the site of the
work in a prominent and accessible place where it can easily be seen by the workers.
(ii)(A) The contracting officer shall require that any class of laborers or mechanics, including helpers,
which is not listed in the wage determination and which is to be employed under the contract shall be
classified in conformance with the wage determination. The contracting officer shall approve an
additional classification and wage rate and fringe benefits therefore only when the following criteria
have been met:
(1) The work to be performed by the classification requested is not performed by a classification in the
wage determination;
(2) The classification is utilized in the area by the construction industry; and
(3) The proposed wage rate, including any bona fide fringe benefits, bears a reasonable relationship to
the wage rates contained in the wage determination.
(B) If the Contractor and the laborers and mechanics to be employed in the classification (if known), or
their representatives, and the contracting officer agree on the classification and wage rate (including the
amount designated for fringe benefits where appropriate), a report of the action taken shall be sent by
the contracting officer to the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor,
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Washington, DC 20210. The Administrator, or an authorized representative, will approve, modify, or
disapprove every additional classification action within 30 days of receipt and so advise the contracting
officer or will notify the contracting officer within the 30-day period that additional time is necessary.
(C) In the event the Contractor, the laborers, or mechanics to be employed in the classification, or their
representatives, and the contracting officer do not agree on the proposed classification and wage rate
(including the amount designated for fringe benefits, where appropriate), the contracting officer shall
refer the questions, including the views of all interested parties and the recommendation of the
contracting officer, to the Administrator for determination. The Administrator, or an authorized
representative, will issue a determination within 30 days of receipt and so advise the contracting officer
or will notify the contracting officer within the 30-day period that additional time is necessary.
(D) The wage rate (including fringe benefits where appropriate) determined pursuant to subparagraphs
(1)(ii) (B) or (C) of this paragraph, shall be paid to all workers performing work in the classification
under this contract from the first day on which work is performed in the classification.
(iii) Whenever the minimum wage rate prescribed in the contract for a class of laborers or mechanics
includes a fringe benefit which is not expressed as an hourly rate, the contractor shall either pay the
benefit as stated in the wage determination or shall pay another bona fide fringe benefit or an hourly
cash equivalent thereof.
(iv) If the Contractor does not make payments to a trustee or other third person, the Contractor may
consider as part of the wages of any laborer or mechanic the amount of any costs reasonably anticipated
in providing bona fide fringe benefits under a plan or program, Provided, that the Secretary of Labor has
found, upon the written request of the Contractor, that the applicable standards of the Davis-Bacon Act
have been met. The Secretary of Labor may require the Contractor to set aside in a separate account
assets for the meeting of obligations under the plan or program.
2. Withholding. The Federal Aviation Administration or the Sponsor shall upon its own action or upon
written request of an authorized representative of the Department of Labor withhold or cause to be
withheld from the Contractor under this contract or any other Federal contract with the same prime
contractor, or any other federally-assisted contract subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage
requirements, which is held by the same prime contractor, so much of the accrued payments or advances
as may be considered necessary to pay laborers and mechanics, including apprentices, trainees, and
helpers, employed by the Contractor or any subcontractor the full amount of wages required by the
contract. In the event of failure to pay any laborer or mechanic, including any apprentice, trainee, or
helper, employed or working on the site of the work, all or part of the wages required by the contract,
the Federal Aviation Administration may, after written notice to the Contractor, Sponsor, Applicant, or
Owner, take such action as may be necessary to cause the suspension of any further payment, advance,
or guarantee of funds until such violations have ceased.
3. Payrolls and Basic Records.
(i) Payrolls and basic records relating thereto shall be maintained by the Contractor during the course of
the work and preserved for a period of three years thereafter for all laborers and mechanics working at
the site of the work. Such records shall contain the name, address, and social security number of each
such worker; his or her correct classification; hourly rates of wages paid (including rates of
contributions or costs anticipated for bona fide fringe benefits or cash equivalents thereof of the types
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described in 1(b)(2)(B) of the Davis-Bacon Act); daily and weekly number of hours worked; deductions
made; and actual wages paid. Whenever the Secretary of Labor has found under 29 CFR 5.5(a)(1)(iv)
that the wages of any laborer or mechanic include the amount of any costs reasonably anticipated in
providing benefits under a plan or program described in section 1(b)(2)(B) of the Davis-Bacon Act, the
Contractor shall maintain records that show that the commitment to provide such benefits is
enforceable, that the plan or program is financially responsible, and that the plan or program has been
communicated in writing to the laborers or mechanics affected, and records which show the costs
anticipated or the actual costs incurred in providing such benefits. Contractors employing apprentices or
trainees under approved programs shall maintain written evidence of the registration of apprenticeship
programs and certification of trainee programs, the registration of the apprentices and trainees, and the
ratios and wage rates prescribed in the applicable programs.
(ii)(A) The Contractor shall submit weekly for each week in which any contract work is performed a
copy of all payrolls to the Federal Aviation Administration if the agency is a party to the contract, but if
the agency is not such a party, the Contractor will submit the payrolls to the applicant, Sponsor, or
Owner, as the case may be, for transmission to the Federal Aviation Administration. The payrolls
submitted shall set out accurately and completely all of the information required to be maintained under
29 CFR § 5.5(a)(3)(i), except that full social security numbers and home addresses shall not be included
on weekly transmittals. Instead the payrolls shall only need to include an individually identifying
number for each employee (e.g., the last four digits of the employee’s social security number). The
required weekly payroll information may be submitted in any form desired. Optional Form WH–347 is
available for this purpose from the Wage and Hour Division Web site at
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/government-contracts/construction/payroll-certification or its
successor site. The prime contractor is responsible for the submission of copies of payrolls by all
subcontractors. Contractors and subcontractors shall maintain the full social security number and current
address of each covered worker and shall provide them upon request to the Federal Aviation
Administration if the agency is a party to the contract, but if the agency is not such a party, the
Contractor will submit them to the applicant, Sponsor, or Owner, as the case may be, for transmission to
the Federal Aviation Administration, the Contractor, or the Wage and Hour Division of the Department
of Labor for purposes of an investigation or audit of compliance with prevailing wage requirements. It is
not a violation of this section for a prime contractor to require a subcontractor to provide addresses and
social security numbers to the prime contractor for its own records, without weekly submission to the
sponsoring government agency (or the applicant, Sponsor, or Owner).
(B) Each payroll submitted shall be accompanied by a "Statement of Compliance," signed by the
Contractor or subcontractor or his or her agent who pays or supervises the payment of the persons
employed under the contract and shall certify the following:
(1) That the payroll for the payroll period contains the information required to be provided under 29
CFR § 5.5(a)(3)(ii), the appropriate information is being maintained under 29 CFR § 5.5 (a)(3)(i), and
that such information is correct and complete;
(2) That each laborer and mechanic (including each helper, apprentice, and trainee) employed on the
contract during the payroll period has been paid the full weekly wages earned, without rebate, either
directly or indirectly, and that no deductions have been made either directly or indirectly from the full
wages earned, other than permissible deductions as set forth in Regulations, 29 CFR Part 3;
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(3) That each laborer or mechanic has been paid not less than the applicable wage rates and fringe
benefits or cash equivalents for the classification of work performed, as specified in the applicable wage
determination incorporated into the contract.
(C) The weekly submission of a properly executed certification set forth on the reverse side of Optional
Form WH-347 shall satisfy the requirement for submission of the “Statement of Compliance” required
by paragraph (3)(ii)(B) of this section.
(D) The falsification of any of the above certifications may subject the Contractor or subcontractor to
civil or criminal prosecution under Section 1001 of Title 18 and Section 231 of Title 31 of the United
States Code.
(iii) The Contractor or subcontractor shall make the records required under paragraph (3)(i) of this
section available for inspection, copying, or transcription by authorized representatives of the Sponsor,
the Federal Aviation Administration, or the Department of Labor and shall permit such representatives
to interview employees during working hours on the job. If the Contractor or subcontractor fails to
submit the required records or to make them available, the Federal agency may, after written notice to
the Contractor, Sponsor, applicant, or Owner, take such action as may be necessary to cause the
suspension of any further payment, advance, or guarantee of funds. Furthermore, failure to submit the
required records upon request or to make such records available may be grounds for debarment action
pursuant to 29 CFR § 5.12.
4. Apprentices and Trainees.
(i) Apprentices. Apprentices will be permitted to work at less than the predetermined rate for the work
they performed when they are employed pursuant to and individually registered in a bona fide
apprenticeship program registered with the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training
Administration, Office of Apprenticeship Training, Employer and Labor Services, or with a State
Apprenticeship Agency recognized by the Office, or if a person is employed in his or her first 90 days of
probationary employment as an apprentice in such an apprenticeship program, who is not individually
registered in the program, but who has been certified by the Office of Apprenticeship Training,
Employer and Labor Services or a State Apprenticeship Agency (where appropriate) to be eligible for
probationary employment as an apprentice. The allowable ratio of apprentices to journeymen on the job
site in any craft classification shall not be greater than the ratio permitted to the contractor as to the
entire work force under the registered program. Any worker listed on a payroll at an apprentice wage
rate, who is not registered or otherwise employed as stated above, shall be paid not less than the
applicable wage rate on the wage determination for the classification of work actually performed. In
addition, any apprentice performing work on the job site in excess of the ratio permitted under the
registered program shall be paid not less than the applicable wage rate on the wage determination for the
work actually performed. Where a contractor is performing construction on a project in a locality other
than that in which its program is registered, the ratios and wage rates (expressed in percentages of the
journeyman’s hourly rate) specified in the Contractor’s or subcontractor’s registered program shall be
observed. Every apprentice must be paid at not less than the rate specified in the registered program for
the apprentice’s level of progress, expressed as a percentage of the journeymen hourly rate specified in
the applicable wage determination. Apprentices shall be paid fringe benefits in accordance with the
provisions of the apprenticeship program. If the apprenticeship program does not specify fringe benefits,
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apprentices must be paid the full amount of fringe benefits listed on the wage determination for the
applicable classification. If the Administrator determines that a different practice prevails for the
applicable apprentice classification, fringes shall be paid in accordance with that determination. In the
event the Office of Apprenticeship Training, Employer and Labor Services, or a State Apprenticeship
Agency recognized by the Office, withdraws approval of an apprenticeship program, the Contractor will
no longer be permitted to utilize apprentices at less than the applicable predetermined rate for the work
performed until an acceptable program is approved.
(ii) Trainees. Except as provided in 29 CFR § 5.16, trainees will not be permitted to work at less than
the predetermined rate for the work performed unless they are employed pursuant to and individually
registered in a program which has received prior approval, evidenced by formal certification by the U.S.
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. The ratio of trainees to journeymen on
the job site shall not be greater than permitted under the plan approved by the Employment and Training
Administration. Every trainee must be paid at not less than the rate specified in the approved program
for the trainee’s level of progress, expressed as a percentage of the journeyman hourly rate specified in
the applicable wage determination. Trainees shall be paid fringe benefits in accordance with the
provisions of the trainee program. If the trainee program does not mention fringe benefits, trainees shall
be paid the full amount of fringe benefits listed on the wage determination unless the Administrator of
the Wage and Hour Division determines that there is an apprenticeship program associated with the
corresponding journeyman wage rate on the wage determination that provides for less than full fringe
benefits for apprentices. Any employee listed on the payroll at a trainee rate that is not registered and
participating in a training plan approved by the Employment and Training Administration shall be paid
not less than the applicable wage rate on the wage determination for the classification of work actually
performed. In addition, any trainee performing work on the job site in excess of the ratio permitted
under the registered program shall be paid not less than the applicable wage rate on the wage
determination for the work actually performed. In the event the Employment and Training
Administration withdraws approval of a training program, the Contractor will no longer be permitted to
utilize trainees at less than the applicable predetermined rate for the work performed until an acceptable
program is approved.
(iii) Equal Employment Opportunity. The utilization of apprentices, trainees, and journeymen under
this part shall be in conformity with the equal employment opportunity requirements of Executive Order
11246, as amended, and 29 CFR Part 30.
5. Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements.
The Contractor shall comply with the requirements of 29 CFR Part 3, which are incorporated by
reference in this contract.
6. Subcontracts.
The Contractor or subcontractor shall insert in any subcontracts the clauses contained in 29 CFR
§§ 5.5(a)(1) through (10) and such other clauses as the Federal Aviation Administration may by
appropriate instructions require, and also a clause requiring the subcontractors to include these clauses
in any lower tier subcontracts. The prime contractor shall be responsible for the compliance by any
subcontractor or lower tier subcontractor with all the contract clauses in 29 CFR § 5.5.
7. Contract Termination: Debarment.
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A breach of the contract clauses in paragraph 1 through 10 of this section may be grounds for
termination of the contract, and for debarment as a contractor and a subcontractor as provided in 29
CFR § 5.12.
8. Compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Act Requirements.
All rulings and interpretations of the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts contained in 29 CFR Parts 1, 3, and
5 are herein incorporated by reference in this contract.
9. Disputes Concerning Labor Standards.
Disputes arising out of the labor standards provisions of this contract shall not be subject to the general
disputes clause of this contract. Such disputes shall be resolved in accordance with the procedures of
the Department of Labor set forth in 29 CFR Parts 5, 6, and 7. Disputes within the meaning of this
clause include disputes between the Contractor (or any of its subcontractors) and the contracting agency,
the U.S. Department of Labor, or the employees or their representatives.
10. Certification of Eligibility.
(i) By entering into this contract, the Contractor certifies that neither it (nor he or she) nor any person or
firm who has an interest in the Contractor’s firm is a person or firm ineligible to be awarded
Government contracts by virtue of section 3(a) of the Davis-Bacon Act or 29 CFR § 5.12(a)(1).
(ii) No part of this contract shall be subcontracted to any person or firm ineligible for award of a
Government contract by virtue of section 3(a) of the Davis-Bacon Act or 29 CFR § 5.12(a)(1).
(iii) The penalty for making false statements is prescribed in the U.S. Criminal Code, 18 USC § 1001.
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A11 DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION
A11.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 180 (Subpart B)
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(H)
2 CFR Part 1200
DOT Order 4200.5
Executive Orders 12549 and 12689
A11.2 APPLICABILITY
The Sponsor must verify that the firm or individual that it is entering into a contract with is not presently
suspended, excluded, or debarred by any Federal department or agency from participating in
federally-assisted projects. The Sponsor accomplishes this by:
1) Checking the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to verify that the firm or individual is
not listed in SAM.gov as being suspended, debarred, or excluded;
2) Collecting a certification from the firm or individual that it is not suspended, debarred, or
excluded; and
3) Incorporating a clause in the contract that requires lower tier contracts to verify that no
suspended, debarred, or excluded firm or individual is included in the project.
Contract Types – This requirement applies to covered transactions, which are defined in 2 CFR part 180
(Subpart B). AIP funded contracts are non-procurement transactions, as defined by 2 CFR § 180.970.
Covered transactions include any AIP-funded contract, regardless of tier, that is awarded by a
contractor, subcontractor, supplier, consultant, or its agent or representative in any transaction, if the
amount of the contract is expected to equal or exceed $25,000. This includes contracts associated with
land acquisition projects.
Use of Provision – No mandatory language provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA in
meeting the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR part 180. For professional service agreements, Sponsor may
substitute “bidder/offeror” with “consultant.”
A11.3 MODEL BID/PROPOSAL CERTIFICATION CLAUSES
A11.3.1 Bidder or Offeror Certification
CERTIFICATION OF OFFEROR/BIDDER REGARDING DEBARMENT
By submitting a bid/proposal under this solicitation, the bidder or offeror certifies that neither it nor its
principals are presently debarred or suspended by any Federal department or agency from participation
in this transaction.
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A11.3.2 Lower Tier Contract Certification
CERTIFICATION OF LOWER TIER CONTRACTORS REGARDING DEBARMENT
The successful bidder, by administering each lower tier subcontract that exceeds $25,000 as a “covered
transaction”, must confirm each lower tier participant of a “covered transaction” under the project is not
presently debarred or otherwise disqualified from participation in this federally-assisted project. The
successful bidder will accomplish this by:
1. Checking the System for Award Management at website: http://www.sam.gov.
2. Collecting a certification statement similar to the Certification of Offeror /Bidder Regarding
Debarment, above.
3. Inserting a clause or condition in the covered transaction with the lower tier contract.
If the Federal Aviation Administration later determines that a lower tier participant failed to disclose to
a higher tier participant that it was excluded or disqualified at the time it entered the covered transaction,
the FAA may pursue any available remedies, including suspension and debarment of the non-compliant
participant.
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A12 DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
A12.1 SOURCE
49 CFR Part 26
A12.2 APPLICABILITY
A Sponsor that anticipates awarding $250,000 or more in AIP funded prime contracts in a federal fiscal
year must have an approved Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program on file with the FAA
Office of Civil Rights (49 CFR § 26.21). The approved DBE program will identify a 3-year overall program
goal that the Sponsor bases on the availability of ready, willing, and able DBEs relative to all businesses
ready, willing, and able to participate on the project (49 CFR § 26.45).
Contract Types – Sponsors with a DBE program on file with the FAA must include the following
provisions, if applicable:
1) Clause in all solicitations for proposals for which a contract goal has been established,
2) Clause in each prime contract, and
3) Clause in solicitations that are obtaining DBE participation through race/gender neutral
means.
Use of Provision –
1. Solicitations with a DBE Contract Goal – No mandatory language provided. 49 CFR §26.53
requires a Sponsor’s solicitation to address what a contractor must submit on proposed DBE
participation. The language of A12.3.1 is acceptable to the FAA in meeting the intent of this
requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s revised language must
fully satisfy these requirements. The Sponsor may require the contractor’s submittal on
proposed DBE participation either at bid opening as a matter of responsiveness or within
five days of bid opening as a matter of responsibility.
2. Solicitations Relying on Race/Gender Neutral Means – No mandatory language provided.
The language of A12.3.2 is acceptable to the FAA in meeting the intent of this requirement.
If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s revised language must fully satisfy
requirements for a Sponsor that is not applying a project specific contract goal but is
covered by a DBE program on file with the FAA.
3. Assurance for Contracts Covered by DBE Program – MANDATORY TEXT PROVIDED.
Sponsors must incorporate this language if they have a DBE program on file with the FAA.
This includes projects where DBE participation is obtained through race/gender neutral
means (i.e., no DBE contract goal). Section 26.13 of 49 CFR establishes mandatory language
for contractor assurance. The Sponsor must not modify the language. Part 26 of 49 CFR
requires Sponsors ensure this clause also flows down into subcontracts (i.e., must be
included verbatim in subcontracts).
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4. Prompt Payment for Contracts Covered by DBE Program – No mandatory language provided.
Section 26.29 of 49 CFR requires Sponsors to include a contract clause requiring prompt
payment to subcontractors no later than thirty (30) days after the prime contractor receives
payment from the Sponsor. The requirement applies to all subcontractors, not just DBEs.
The prompt payment language of A12.3.3 is acceptable to the FAA in meeting the intent of
this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, such as a specific clause identified
in the Sponsor’s approved DBE program plan, the Sponsor’s revised language must fully
satisfy these requirements.
5. Termination of DBE Subcontractors on Contracts with a DBE Contract Goal - No mandatory
language provided. Section 26.53 of 49 CFR prohibits unauthorized removal or replacement
of DBE firms listed in response to a solicitation that had a DBE contract goal and sets forth
the specific enforcement mechanism recipients must include in prime contracts. The
language of A12.3.3 is acceptable to the FAA in meeting the intent of this requirement.
6. Sponsors that are not required to have a DBE program on file with the FAA are not required
to include DBE provisions and clauses.
A12.3 REQUIRED PROVISIONS
A12.3.1 Solicitation Language (Solicitations that include a
Contract Goal)
Bid Information Submitted as a matter of responsiveness:
The Owner’s award of this contract is conditioned upon Bidder or Offeror satisfying the good faith
effort requirements of 49 CFR § 26.53.
As a condition of responsiveness, the Bidder or Offeror must submit the following information with its
proposal on the forms provided herein:
1) The names and addresses of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms that will participate
in the contract;
2) A description of the work that each DBE firm will perform;
3) The dollar amount of the participation of each DBE firm listed under (1);
4) Written statement from Bidder or Offeror that attests their commitment to use the DBE firm(s)
listed under (1) to meet the Owner’s project goal
5) Written confirmation from each listed DBE firm that it is participating in the contract in the kind
and amount of work provided in the prime contractor's commitment; and
6) If Bidder or Offeror cannot meet the advertised project DBE goal, evidence of good faith efforts
undertaken by the Bidder or Offeror as described in appendix A to 49 CFR part 26. The
documentation of good faith efforts must include copies of each DBE and non-DBE
subcontractor quote submitted to the bidder when a non-DBE subcontractor was selected over a
DBE for work on the contract.
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Bid Information submitted as a matter of responsibility:
The Owner’s award of this contract is conditioned upon Bidder or Offeror satisfying the good faith
effort requirements of 49 CFR § 26.53.
As a condition of responsibility, every Bidder or Offeror must submit the following information on the
forms provided herein within five days after bid opening.
1) The names and addresses of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms that will participate
in the contract;
2) A description of the work that each DBE firm will perform;
3) The dollar amount of the participation of each DBE firm listed under (1);
4) Written statement from Bidder or Offeror that attests their commitment to use the DBE firm(s)
listed under (1) to meet the Owner’s project goal;
5) Written confirmation from each listed DBE firm that it is participating in the contract in the kind
and amount of work provided in the prime contractor's commitment; and
6) If Bidder or Offeror cannot meet the advertised project DBE goal, evidence of good faith efforts
undertaken by the Bidder or Offeror as described in appendix A to 49 CFR part 26. The
documentation of good faith efforts must include copies of each DBE and non-DBE
subcontractor quote submitted to the bidder when a non-DBE subcontractor was selected over a
DBE for work on the contract.
A12.3.2 Solicitation Language (Race/Gender Neutral
Means)
The requirements of 49 CFR part 26 apply to this contract. It is the policy of the [Insert Name of
Owner] to practice nondiscrimination based on race, color, sex, or national origin in the award or
performance of this contract. The Owner encourages participation by all firms qualifying under this
solicitation regardless of business size or ownership.
A12.3.3 Prime Contracts (Contracts Covered by a DBE
Program)
Contract Assurance (49 CFR § 26.13; mandatory text provided) –
The Contractor, subrecipient or subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national
origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The Contractor shall carry out applicable requirements
of 49 CFR part 26 in the award and administration of DOT-assisted contracts. Failure by the Contractor
to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination
of this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate, which may include, but is not
limited to:
1) Withholding monthly progress payments;
2) Assessing sanctions;
3) Liquidated damages; and/or
4) Disqualifying the Contractor from future bidding as non-responsible.
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Prompt Payment (49 CFR § 26.29; acceptable/sample text provided) –
The prime contractor agrees to pay each subcontractor under this prime contract for satisfactory
performance of its contract no later than [specify number of days, not to exceed 30] days from the
receipt of each payment the prime contractor receives from [Name of recipient]. The prime contractor
agrees further to return retainage payments to each subcontractor within [specify number of days, not to
exceed 30] days after the subcontractor’s work is satisfactorily completed. Any delay or postponement
of payment from the above referenced time frame may occur only for good cause following written
approval of the [Name of Recipient]. This clause applies to both DBE and non-DBE subcontractors.
Termination of DBE Subcontracts (49 CFR § 26.53(f); acceptable/sample text provided) –
The prime contractor must not terminate a DBE subcontractor listed in response to [include Solicitation
paragraph number where paragraph 12.3.1, Solicitation Language appears] (or an approved substitute
DBE firm) without prior written consent of [Name of Recipient]. This includes, but is not limited to,
instances in which the prime contractor seeks to perform work originally designated for a DBE
subcontractor with its own forces or those of an affiliate, a non-DBE firm, or with another DBE firm.
The prime contractor shall utilize the specific DBEs listed to perform the work and supply the materials
for which each is listed unless the contractor obtains written consent [Name of Recipient]. Unless [Name
of Recipient] consent is provided, the prime contractor shall not be entitled to any payment for work or
material unless it is performed or supplied by the listed DBE.
[Name of Recipient] may provide such written consent only if [Name of Recipient] agrees, for reasons
stated in the concurrence document, that the prime contractor has good cause to terminate the DBE firm.
For purposes of this paragraph, good cause includes the circumstances listed in 49 CFR §26.53.
Before transmitting to [Name of Recipient] its request to terminate and/or substitute a DBE subcontractor,
the prime contractor must give notice in writing to the DBE subcontractor, with a copy to [Name of
Recipient], of its intent to request to terminate and/or substitute, and the reason for the request.
The prime contractor must give the DBE five days to respond to the prime contractor's notice and advise
[Name of Recipient] and the contractor of the reasons, if any, why it objects to the proposed termination
of its subcontract and why [Name of Recipient] should not approve the prime contractor's action. If
required in a particular case as a matter of public necessity (e.g., safety), [Name of Recipient] may
provide a response period shorter than five days.
In addition to post-award terminations, the provisions of this section apply to preaward deletions of or
substitutions for DBE firms put forward by offerors in negotiated procurements.
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A13 DISTRACTED DRIVING
A13.1 SOURCE
Executive Order 13513
DOT Order 3902.10
A13.2 APPLICABILITY
The FAA encourages recipients of Federal grant funds to adopt and enforce safety policies that decrease
crashes by distracted drivers, including policies to ban text messaging while driving when performing
work related to a grant or subgrant.
Contract Types – Sponsors must insert this provision in all AIP funded contracts that exceed the micro-
purchase threshold of 2 CFR § 200.320 (currently set at $10,000).
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA in
meeting the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s revised
language must fully satisfy these requirements.
A13.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
TEXTING WHEN DRIVING
In accordance with Executive Order 13513, “Federal Leadership on Reducing Text Messaging While
Driving”, (10/1/2009) and DOT Order 3902.10, “Text Messaging While Driving”, (12/30/2009), the
Federal Aviation Administration encourages recipients of Federal grant funds to adopt and enforce
safety policies that decrease crashes by distracted drivers, including policies to ban text messaging while
driving when performing work related to a grant or subgrant.
In support of this initiative, the Owner encourages the Contractor to promote policies and initiatives for
its employees and other work personnel that decrease crashes by distracted drivers, including policies
that ban text messaging while driving motor vehicles while performing work activities associated with
the project. The Contractor must include the substance of this clause in all sub-tier contracts exceeding
$10,000 that involve driving a motor vehicle in performance of work activities associated with the
project.
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A14 PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO
SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT
A14.1 SOURCE
2 CFR § 200, Appendix II(K)
2 CFR § 200.216
A14.2 APPLICABILITY
Sponsors and subgrant recipients are prohibited from using AIP grant funds to:
a) Procure or obtain,
b) Extend or renew a contract to procure or obtain, or
c) Enter into a contract to procure or obtain certain covered telecommunications equipment.
These restrictions apply to telecommunication equipment, services, or systems that use covered
telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system or as
critical technology as part of any system. Covered telecommunications equipment is equipment
produced or provided by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or
affiliate of either).
Contract Types – The Sponsor must include this provision in all AIP funded contracts and lower-tier
contracts.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s revised
language must fully satisfy these requirements. Sponsor may substitute “Contractor and subcontractor”
with “Consultant and sub-consultant” for professional service agreements.
A14.3 MODEL CERTIFICATION CLAUSE
PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT
Contractor and Subcontractor agree to comply with mandatory standards and policies relating to use and
procurement of certain telecommunications and video surveillance services or equipment in compliance
with the National Defense Authorization Act [Public Law 115-232 § 889(f)(1)].
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A15 DRUG FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS
A15.1 SOURCE
49 CFR Part 32
Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 USC § 8101-8106, as amended)
A15.2 APPLICABILITY
The Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 requires some Federal contractors and all Federal grantees to
agree that they will provide drug-free workplaces as a condition of receiving a contract or grant from a
Federal agency. The Act does not apply to contractors, subcontractors, or subgrantees, although the
Federal grantees workplace may be where the contractors, subcontractors, or subgrantees are working.
Contract Types – This provision applies to all AIP funded projects, but not to the contracts between the
grantee (the Sponsor) and a contractor, subcontractors, suppliers, or subgrantees.
Use of Provision – No mandatory or recommended text provided because the requirements do not
extend beyond the Sponsor level.
A15.3 CONTRACT CLAUSE
None.
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A16 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)
A16.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(C)
41 CFR § 60-1.4
41 CFR § 60-4.3
Executive Order 11246
A16.2 APPLICABILITY
The purpose of this provision is to provide equal opportunity for all persons, without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, or national origin who are employed or seeking employment with contractors
performing under a federally-assisted construction contract. There are two provisions ― a construction
clause and a specification clause.
The equal opportunity contract clause must be included in any contract or subcontract when the
amount exceeds $10,000. Once the equal opportunity clause is determined to be applicable, the
contract or subcontract must include the clause for the remainder of the year, regardless of the amount
or the contract.
Contract Types –
Construction – The Sponsor must incorporate contract and specification language in all
construction contracts and subcontracts as required above.
Equipment – The Sponsor must incorporate contract and specification language into all
equipment contracts as required above that involves installation of equipment onsite (e.g.,
electrical vault equipment). This provision does not apply to equipment acquisition projects
where the manufacture of the equipment takes place offsite at the vendor plant (e.g., ARFF and
SRE vehicles).
Professional Services – The Sponsor must include contract and specification language into all
professional service agreements as required above.
Property – The Sponsor must include contract and specification language into all land acquisition
projects that include work that qualifies as construction work as defined by 41 CFR part 60 as
required above. An example is installation of boundary fencing.
Use of Provision – MANDATORY TEXT. 41 CFR § 60-1.4 provides the mandatory contract language. 41
CFR § 60-4.3 provides the mandatory specification language. The Sponsor must incorporate these
clauses without modification.
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A16.3 MANDATORY CONTRACT CLAUSE
A16.3.1 EEO Contract Clause
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CLAUSE
During the performance of this contract, the Contractor agrees as follows:
(1) The Contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. The Contractor will take
affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during
employment, without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, or
national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading,
demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, or termination; rates of pay or other
forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. The Contractor agrees to
post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment, notices to be
provided setting forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination clause.
(2) The Contractor will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of
the Contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
(3) The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed
the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. This provision shall not
apply to instances in which an employee who has access to the compensation information of other
employees or applicants as a part of such employee's essential job functions discloses the compensation of
such other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to such information,
unless such disclosure is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation,
proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or is consistent with
the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
(4) The Contractor will send to each labor union or representative of workers with which it has a
collective bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding, a notice to be provided by the
agency contracting officer, advising the labor union or workers’ representative of the Contractor’s
commitments under this section 202 of Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, and shall post
copies of the notice in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment.
(5) The Contractor will comply with all provisions of Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965,
and of the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.
(6) The Contractor will furnish all information and reports required by Executive Order 11246 of
September 24, 1965, and by the rules, regulations, and orders of the Secretary of Labor, or pursuant
thereto, and will permit access to his books, records, and accounts by the contracting agency and the
Secretary of Labor for purposes of investigation to ascertain compliance with such rules, regulations,
and orders.
(7) In the event of the Contractor’s noncompliance with the nondiscrimination clauses of this contract or
with any such rules, regulations, or orders, this contract may be canceled, terminated, or suspended in
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whole or in part and the Contractor may be declared ineligible for further Government contracts in
accordance with procedures authorized in Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, and such
other sanctions may be imposed and remedies invoked as provided in Executive Order 11246 of
September 24, 1965, or by rule, regulation, or order of the Secretary of Labor, or as otherwise provided
by law.
(8) The Contractor will include the provisions of paragraphs (1) through (8) in every subcontract or
purchase order unless exempted by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary of Labor issued
pursuant to section 204 of Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, so that such provisions will
be binding upon each subcontractor or vendor. The Contractor will take such action with respect to any
subcontract or purchase order as may be directed by the Secretary of Labor as a means of enforcing such
provisions, including sanctions for noncompliance: Provided, however, that in the event the contractor
becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a subcontractor or vendor as a result of such
direction, the Contractor may request the United States to enter into such litigation to protect the
interests of the United States.
A16.3.2 EEO Specification
STANDARD FEDERAL EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS
1. As used in these specifications:
a. “Covered area” means the geographical area described in the solicitation from which this
contract resulted;
b. “Director” means Director, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), U.S.
Department of Labor, or any person to whom the Director delegates authority;
c. “Employer identification number” means the Federal social security number used on the
Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return, U.S. Treasury Department Form 941;
d. “Minority” includes:
(1) Black (all persons having origins in any of the Black African racial groups not of
Hispanic origin);
(2) Hispanic (all persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American, or
other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race);
(3) Asian and Pacific Islander (all persons having origins in any of the original peoples of the
Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, or the Pacific Islands); and
(4) American Indian or Alaskan native (all persons having origins in any of the original
peoples of North America and maintaining identifiable tribal affiliations through membership
and participation or community identification).
2. Whenever the Contractor, or any subcontractor at any tier, subcontracts a portion of the work
involving any construction trade, it shall physically include in each subcontract in excess of $10,000 the
provisions of these specifications and the Notice which contains the applicable goals for minority and
female participation and which is set forth in the solicitations from which this contract resulted.
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3. If the Contractor is participating (pursuant to 41 CFR part 60-4.5) in a Hometown Plan approved by
the U.S. Department of Labor in the covered area either individually or through an association, its
affirmative action obligations on all work in the Plan area (including goals and timetables) shall be in
accordance with that Plan for those trades which have unions participating in the Plan. Contractors must
be able to demonstrate their participation in and compliance with the provisions of any such Hometown
Plan. Each contractor or subcontractor participating in an approved plan is individually required to
comply with its obligations under the EEO clause and to make a good faith effort to achieve each goal
under the Plan in each trade in which it has employees. The overall good faith performance by other
contractors or subcontractors toward a goal in an approved Plan does not excuse any covered
contractor’s or subcontractor’s failure to take good faith efforts to achieve the Plan goals and timetables.
4. The Contractor shall implement the specific affirmative action standards provided in paragraphs 7a
through 7p of these specifications. The goals set forth in the solicitation from which this contract
resulted are expressed as percentages of the total hours of employment and training of minority and
female utilization the Contractor should reasonably be able to achieve in each construction trade in
which it has employees in the covered area. Covered construction contractors performing construction
work in a geographical areas where they do not have a Federal or federally assisted construction
contract shall apply the minority and female goals established for the geographical area where the work
is being performed. Goals are published periodically in the Federal Register in notice form, and such
notices may be obtained from any Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs office or from
Federal procurement contracting officers. The Contractor is expected to make substantially uniform
progress in meeting its goals in each craft during the period specified.
5. Neither the provisions of any collective bargaining agreement, nor the failure by a union with whom
the Contractor has a collective bargaining agreement, to refer either minorities or women shall excuse
the Contractor’s obligations under these specifications, Executive Order 11246, or the regulations
promulgated pursuant thereto.
6. In order for the nonworking training hours of apprentices and trainees to be counted in meeting the
goals, such apprentices and trainees must be employed by the Contractor during the training period, and
the Contractor must have made a commitment to employ the apprentices and trainees at the completion
of their training, subject to the availability of employment opportunities. Trainees must be trained
pursuant to training programs approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.
7. The Contractor shall take specific affirmative actions to ensure equal employment opportunity. The
evaluation of the Contractor’s compliance with these specifications shall be based upon its effort to
achieve maximum results from its actions. The Contractor shall document these efforts fully, and shall
implement affirmative action steps at least as extensive as the following:
a. Ensure and maintain a working environment free of harassment, intimidation, and coercion at all
sites, and in all facilities at which the Contractor’s employees are assigned to work. The Contractor,
where possible, will assign two or more women to each construction project. The Contractor shall
specifically ensure that all foremen, superintendents, and other onsite supervisory personnel are
aware of and carry out the Contractor’s obligation to maintain such a working environment, with
specific attention to minority or female individuals working at such sites or in such facilities.
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b. Establish and maintain a current list of minority and female recruitment sources, provide written
notification to minority and female recruitment sources and to community organizations when the
Contractor or its unions have employment opportunities available, and maintain a record of the
organizations’ responses.
c. Maintain a current file of the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of each minority and
female off-the-street applicant and minority or female referral from a union, a recruitment source, or
community organization and of what action was taken with respect to each such individual. If such
individual was sent to the union hiring hall for referral and was not referred back to the Contractor
by the union or, if referred, not employed by the Contractor, this shall be documented in the file
with the reason therefor, along with whatever additional actions the Contractor may have taken.
d. Provide immediate written notification to the Director when the union or unions with which the
Contractor has a collective bargaining agreement has not referred to the Contractor a minority
person or woman sent by the Contractor, or when the Contractor has other information that the
union referral process has impeded the Contractor’s efforts to meet its obligations.
e. Develop on-the-job training opportunities and/or participate in training programs for the area
which expressly include minorities and women, including upgrading programs and apprenticeship
and trainee programs relevant to the Contractor’s employment needs, especially those programs
funded or approved by the Department of Labor. The Contractor shall provide notice of these
programs to the sources compiled under 7b above.
f. Disseminate the Contractor’s EEO policy by providing notice of the policy to unions and training
programs and requesting their cooperation in assisting the Contractor in meeting its EEO
obligations; by including it in any policy manual and collective bargaining agreement; by
publicizing it in the company newspaper, annual report, etc.; by specific review of the policy with
all management personnel and with all minority and female employees at least once a year; and by
posting the company EEO policy on bulletin boards accessible to all employees at each location
where construction work is performed.
g. Review, at least annually, the company’s EEO policy and affirmative action obligations under
these specifications with all employees having any responsibility for hiring, assignment, layoff,
termination, or other employment decisions including specific review of these items with onsite
supervisory personnel such superintendents, general foremen, etc., prior to the initiation of
construction work at any job site. A written record shall be made and maintained identifying the
time and place of these meetings, persons attending, subject matter discussed, and disposition of the
subject matter.
h. Disseminate the Contractor’s EEO policy externally by including it in any advertising in the news
media, specifically including minority and female news media, and providing written notification to
and discussing the Contractor’s EEO policy with other contractors and subcontractors with whom
the Contractor does or anticipates doing business.
i. Direct its recruitment efforts, both oral and written, to minority, female, and community
organizations, to schools with minority and female students and to minority and female recruitment
and training organizations serving the Contractor’s recruitment area and employment needs. Not
later than one month prior to the date for the acceptance of applications for apprenticeship or other
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training by any recruitment source, the Contractor shall send written notification to organizations
such as the above, describing the openings, screening procedures, and tests to be used in the
selection process.
j. Encourage present minority and female employees to recruit other minority persons and women
and, where reasonable, provide after school, summer, and vacation employment to minority and
female youth both on the site and in other areas of a contractor’s work force.
k. Validate all tests and other selection requirements where there is an obligation to do so under 41
CFR part 60-3.
l. Conduct, at least annually, an inventory and evaluation at least of all minority and female
personnel, for promotional opportunities and encourage these employees to seek or to prepare for,
through appropriate training, etc., such opportunities.
m. Ensure that seniority practices, job classifications, work assignments, and other personnel
practices do not have a discriminatory effect by continually monitoring all personnel and
employment related activities to ensure that the EEO policy and the Contractor’s obligations under
these specifications are being carried out.
n. Ensure that all facilities and company activities are nonsegregated except that separate or single-
user toilet and necessary changing facilities shall be provided to assure privacy between the sexes.
o. Document and maintain a record of all solicitations of offers for subcontracts from minority and
female construction contractors and suppliers, including circulation of solicitations to minority and
female contractor associations and other business associations.
p. Conduct a review, at least annually, of all supervisor’s adherence to and performance under the
Contractor’s EEO policies and affirmative action obligations.
8. Contractors are encouraged to participate in voluntary associations, which assist in fulfilling one or
more of their affirmative action obligations (7a through 7p). The efforts of a contractor association,
joint contractor-union, contractor-community, or other similar group of which the Contractor is a
member and participant may be asserted as fulfilling any one or more of its obligations under 7a through
7p of these specifications provided that the Contractor actively participates in the group, makes every
effort to assure that the group has a positive impact on the employment of minorities and women in the
industry, ensures that the concrete benefits of the program are reflected in the Contractor’s minority and
female workforce participation, makes a good faith effort to meet its individual goals and timetables,
and can provide access to documentation which demonstrates the effectiveness of actions taken on
behalf of the Contractor. The obligation to comply, however, is the Contractor’s and failure of such a
group to fulfill an obligation shall not be a defense for the Contractor’s noncompliance.
9. A single goal for minorities and a separate single goal for women have been established. The
Contractor, however, is required to provide equal employment opportunity and to take affirmative
action for all minority groups, both male and female, and all women, both minority and non-minority.
Consequently, the Contractor may be in violation of the Executive Order if a particular group is
employed in a substantially disparate manner (for example, even though the Contractor has achieved its
goals for women generally, the Contractor may be in violation of the Executive Order if a specific
minority group of women is underutilized).
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10. The Contractor shall not use the goals and timetables or affirmative action standards to discriminate
against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national
origin.
11. The Contractor shall not enter into any subcontract with any person or firm debarred from
Government contracts pursuant to Executive Order 11246.
12. The Contractor shall carry out such sanctions and penalties for violation of these specifications and
of the Equal Opportunity Clause, including suspension, termination, and cancellation of existing
subcontracts as may be imposed or ordered pursuant to Executive Order 11246, as amended, and its
implementing regulations, by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. Any contractor who
fails to carry out such sanctions and penalties shall be in violation of these specifications and Executive
Order 11246, as amended.
13. The Contractor, in fulfilling its obligations under these specifications, shall implement specific
affirmative action steps, at least as extensive as those standards prescribed in paragraph 7 of these
specifications, so as to achieve maximum results from its efforts to ensure equal employment
opportunity. If the Contractor fails to comply with the requirements of the Executive Order, the
implementing regulations, or these specifications, the Director shall proceed in accordance with 41 CFR
part 60-4.8.
14. The Contractor shall designate a responsible official to monitor all employment related activity to
ensure that the company EEO policy is being carried out, to submit reports relating to the provisions
hereof as may be required by the Government, and to keep records. Records shall at least include for
each employee, the name, address, telephone numbers, construction trade, union affiliation if any,
employee identification number when assigned, social security number, race, sex, status (e.g., mechanic,
apprentice, trainee, helper, or laborer), dates of changes in status, hours worked per week in the
indicated trade, rate of pay, and locations at which the work was performed. Records shall be
maintained in an easily understandable and retrievable form; however, to the degree that existing
records satisfy this requirement, contractors shall not be required to maintain separate records.
15. Nothing herein provided shall be construed as a limitation upon the application of other laws which
establish different standards of compliance or upon the application of requirements for the hiring of
local or other area residents (e.g. those under the Public Works Employment Act of 1977 and the
Community Development Block Grant Program).
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A17 FEDERAL FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FEDERAL MINIMUM WAGE)
A17.1 SOURCE
29 USC § 201, et seq
2 CFR § 200.430
A17.2 APPLICABILITY
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Division administers the Fair Labor Standards Act
(FLSA). This act prescribes federal standards for basic minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping,
and child labor standards.
Contract Types – Per the Department of Labor, all employees of certain enterprises having workers
engaged in interstate commerce; producing goods for interstate commerce; or handling, selling, or
otherwise working on goods or materials that have been moved in or produced for such commerce by
any person are covered by the FLSA.
All consultants, sub-consultants, contractors, and subcontractors employed under this federally assisted
project must comply with the FLSA.
Professional Services – 29 CFR § 213 exempts employees in a bona fide executive, administrative
or professional capacity. Because professional firms employ individuals that are not covered by
this exemption, the Sponsor’s agreement with a professional services firm must include the FLSA
provision.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 29 USC § 201, et seq. The Sponsor must select contractor or
consultant, as appropriate for the contract.
A17.3 MODEL SOLICITATION CLAUSE
All contracts and subcontracts that result from this solicitation incorporate by reference the provisions of
29 CFR part 201, et seq, the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), with the same force and effect as
if given in full text. The FLSA sets minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor
standards for full and part-time workers.
The [Contractor | Consultant] has full responsibility to monitor compliance to the referenced statute or
regulation. The [Contractor | Consultant] must address any claims or disputes that arise from this
requirement directly with the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division.
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A18 LOBBYING AND INFLUENCING FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
A18.1 SOURCE
31 USC § 1352 – Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(I)
49 CFR Part 20, Appendix A
A18.2 APPLICABILITY
Consultants and contractors that apply or bid for an award of $100,000 or more must certify that it will
not and has not used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or
attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or
employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any
Federal contract, grant, or another award covered by 31 USC § 1352. Each tier must also disclose any
lobbying with non-Federal funds that takes place in connection with obtaining any Federal award.
Contract Types – The Sponsor must incorporate this provision into all contracts exceeding $100,000.
Use of Provision – MANDATORY TEXT. Appendix A to 49 CFR Part 20 prescribes language the Sponsor
must use. The Sponsor must incorporate this provision without modification.
A18.3 MANDATORY CERTIFICATION CLAUSE
CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
The Bidder or Offeror certifies by signing and submitting this bid or proposal, to the best of his or her
knowledge and belief, that:
(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the Bidder or
Offeror, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an
agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a
Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of
any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative
agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any
Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person
for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in
connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned
shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,” in
accordance with its instructions.
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award
documents for all sub-awards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under
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grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all sub-recipients shall certify and disclose
accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this
transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or
entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file
the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than
$100,000 for each such failure.
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A19 PROHIBITION OF SEGREGATED FACILITIES
A19.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(C)
41 CFR Part 60-1
A19.2 APPLICABILITY
The contractor must comply with the requirements of the EEO clause by ensuring that facilities they
provide for employees are free of segregation on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, or national origin. This clause must be included in all contracts that include
the equal opportunity clause, regardless of the amount of the contract.
Contract Types – AIP Sponsors must incorporate the Prohibition of Segregated Facilities clause (41 CFR
§ 60-1.8) in any contract containing the Equal Employment Opportunity clause of 41 CFR § 60-1.4. This
obligation flows down to subcontract and sub-tier purchase orders containing the Equal Employment
Opportunity clause.
Construction – Construction work means construction, rehabilitation, alteration, conversion,
extension, demolition or repair of buildings, highways, or other changes or improvements to
real property, including facilities providing utility services. The term also includes the
supervision, inspection, and other onsite functions incidental to the actual construction.
Equipment – On site installation of equipment such as airfield lighting control equipment meets
the definition of construction and thus this provision would apply. This provision does not apply
to equipment projects involving manufacture of the item at a vendor’s manufacturing plant. An
example would be the manufacture of a SRE or ARFF vehicle.
Professional Services – Professional services that include tasks that qualify as construction work
as defined by 41 CFR part 60-1. Examples include the installation of noise monitoring
equipment.
Property/Land – Land acquisition contracts that include tasks that qualify as construction work
as defined by 41 CFR part 60-1. Examples include demolition of structures or installation of
boundary fencing.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 41 CFR Part 60-1.
A19.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
PROHIBITION OF SEGREGATED FACILITIES
(a) The Contractor agrees that it does not and will not maintain or provide for its employees any
segregated facilities at any of its establishments, and that it does not and will not permit its employees to
perform their services at any location under its control where segregated facilities are maintained. The
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Contractor agrees that a breach of this clause is a violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity clause
in this contract.
(b) “Segregated facilities,” as used in this clause, means any waiting rooms, work areas, rest rooms and
wash rooms, restaurants and other eating areas, time clocks, locker rooms and other storage or dressing
areas, parking lots, drinking fountains, recreation or entertainment areas, transportation, and housing
facilities provided for employees that are segregated by explicit directive or are in fact segregated on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin because of
written or oral policies or employee custom. The term does not include separate or single-user rest
rooms or necessary dressing or sleeping areas provided to assure privacy between the sexes.
(c) The Contractor shall include this clause in every subcontract and purchase order that is subject to the
Equal Employment Opportunity clause of this contract.
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A20 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT OF 1970
A20.1 SOURCE
29 CFR Part 1910
A20.2 APPLICABILITY
Contract Types – All contracts and subcontracts must comply with the Occupational Safety and Health
Act of 1970 (OSH). The U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
oversees the workplace health and safety standards wage provisions from OSH.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 29 CFR Part 1910.
A20.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
All contracts and subcontracts that result from this solicitation incorporate by reference the requirements
of 29 CFR Part 1910 with the same force and effect as if given in full text. The employer must provide
a work environment that is free from recognized hazards that may cause death or serious physical harm
to the employee. The employer retains full responsibility to monitor its compliance and their
subcontractor’s compliance with the applicable requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act
of 1970 (29 CFR Part 1910). The employer must address any claims or disputes that pertain to a
referenced requirement directly with the U.S. Department of Labor – Occupational Safety and Health
Administration.
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A21 PROCUREMENT OF RECOVERED MATERIALS
A21.1 SOURCE
2 CFR § 200.323
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(J)
40 CFR Part 247
42 USC § 6901, et seq (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA))
A21.2 APPLICABILITY
Sponsors of AIP funded development and equipment projects must comply with Section 6002 of the
Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Section 6002
emphasizes maximizing energy and resource recovery through use of affirmative procurement actions
for recovered materials identified in the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines codified at
40 CFR part 247. When acquiring items designated in the guidelines, the Sponsor must procure items
that contain the highest percentage of recovered materials practicable, consistent with maintaining a
satisfactory level of competition.
Contract Types – This provision applies to any contracts that include procurement of products
designated in subpart B of 40 CFR part 247 where the purchase price of the item exceeds $10,000 or the
value of the quantity acquired by the preceding fiscal year exceeded $10,000.
Construction and Equipment – Include this provision in all construction and equipment projects.
Professional Services and Property – Include this provision if the agreement includes
procurement of a product that exceeds $10,000.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR Part 200.
A21.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
PROCUREMENT OF RECOVERED MATERIALS
Contractor and subcontractor agree to comply with Section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as
amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and the regulatory provisions of 40 CFR Part
247. In the performance of this contract and to the extent practicable, the Contractor and subcontractors
are to use products containing the highest percentage of recovered materials for items designated by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under 40 CFR Part 247 whenever:
The contract requires procurement of $10,000 or more of a designated item during the fiscal year;
or
The contractor has procured $10,000 or more of a designated item using Federal funding during
the previous fiscal year.
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The list of EPA-designated items is available at www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-
guidelines-construction-products.
Section 6002(c) establishes exceptions to the preference for recovery of EPA-designated products if the
contractor can demonstrate the item is:
a) Not reasonably available within a timeframe providing for compliance with the contract
performance schedule;
b) Fails to meet reasonable contract performance requirements; or
c) Is only available at an unreasonable price.
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A22 RIGHT TO INVENTIONS
A22.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(F)
37 CFR Part 401
A22.2 APPLICABILITY
Contract Types – This provision applies to all contracts and subcontracts with small business firms or
nonprofit organizations that include performance of experimental, developmental, or research work.
This clause is not applicable to construction, equipment, or professional service contracts unless the
contract includes experimental, developmental, or research work.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II.
A22.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
RIGHTS TO INVENTIONS
Contracts or agreements that include the performance of experimental, developmental, or research work
must provide for the rights of the Federal Government and the Owner in any resulting invention as
established by 37 CFR part 401, Rights to Inventions Made by Non-profit Organizations and Small
Business Firms under Government Grants, Contracts, and Cooperative Agreements. This contract
incorporates by reference the patent and inventions rights as specified within 37 CFR § 401.14.
Contractor must include this requirement in all sub-tier contracts involving experimental,
developmental, or research work.
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A23 SEISMIC SAFETY
A23.1 SOURCE
49 CFR Part 41
A23.2 APPLICABILITY
Contract Types – This provision applies to construction of new buildings and additions to existing
buildings financed in whole or in part through the Airport Improvement Program.
Professional Services– Sponsor must incorporate this clause in any contract involved in the
construction of new buildings or structural addition to existing buildings.
Construction – Sponsor must incorporate this clause in any contract involved in the construction
of new buildings or structural addition to existing buildings.
Equipment – Sponsor must include the construction provision if the project involves
construction or structural addition to a building such as an electrical vault project to
accommodate or install equipment.
Land – This provision will not typically apply to a property/land project.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 49 CFR part 41.
A23.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
A23.3.1 Professional Service Agreements for Design
SEISMIC SAFETY
In the performance of design services, the Consultant agrees to furnish a building design and associated
construction specification that conform to a building code standard that provides a level of seismic
safety substantially equivalent to standards as established by the National Earthquake Hazards
Reduction Program (NEHRP). Local building codes that model their building code after the current
version of the International Building Code (IBC) meet the NEHRP equivalency level for seismic safety.
At the conclusion of the design services, the Consultant agrees to furnish the Owner a “certification of
compliance” that attests conformance of the building design and the construction specifications with the
seismic standards of NEHRP or an equivalent building code.
A23.3.2 Construction Contracts
SEISMIC SAFETY
The Contractor agrees to ensure that all work performed under this contract, including work performed
by subcontractors, conforms to a building code standard that provides a level of seismic safety
substantially equivalent to standards established by the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction
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Program (NEHRP). Local building codes that model their code after the current version of the
International Building Code (IBC) meet the NEHRP equivalency level for seismic safety.
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A24 TAX DELINQUENCY AND FELONY CONVICTIONS
A24.1 SOURCE
Section 8113 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 (Public Law 117-103) and similar provisions
in subsequent appropriations acts.
DOT Order 4200.6 – Appropriations Act Requirements for Procurement and Non-Procurement
Regarding Tax Delinquency and Felony Convictions
A24.2 APPLICABILITY
The Sponsor must ensure that no funding goes to any contractor who:
• Has been convicted of a Federal felony within the last 24 months; or
• Has any outstanding tax liability for which all judicial and administrative remedies have lapsed or
been exhausted.
Contract Types – This provision applies to all contracts funded in whole or part with AIP.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of DOT Order 4200.6.
A24.3 MODEL CERTIFICATION CLAUSE
CERTIFICATION OF OFFEROR/BIDDER REGARDING TAX DELINQUENCY AND
FELONY CONVICTIONS
The applicant must complete the following two certification statements. The applicant must indicate its
current status as it relates to tax delinquency and felony conviction by inserting a checkmark () in the
space following the applicable response. The applicant agrees that, if awarded a contract resulting from
this solicitation, it will incorporate this provision for certification in all lower tier subcontracts.
Certifications
The applicant represents that it is ( ) is not ( ) a corporation that has any unpaid Federal tax
liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been
exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement
with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability.
The applicant represents that it is ( ) is not ( ) a corporation that was convicted of a criminal
violation under any Federal law within the preceding 24 months.
Note
If an applicant responds in the affirmative to either of the above representations, the applicant is
ineligible to receive an award unless the Sponsor has received notification from the agency suspension
and debarment official (SDO) that the SDO has considered suspension or debarment and determined
that further action is not required to protect the Government’s interests. The applicant therefore must
provide information to the owner about its tax liability or conviction to the Owner, who will then notify
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the FAA Airports District Office, which will then notify the agency’s SDO to facilitate completion of
the required considerations before award decisions are made.
Term Definitions
Felony conviction: Felony conviction means a conviction within the preceding twenty four (24)
months of a felony criminal violation under any Federal law and includes conviction of an
offense defined in a section of the U.S. Code that specifically classifies the offense as a felony
and conviction of an offense that is classified as a felony under 18 USC § 3559.
Tax Delinquency: A tax delinquency is any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed,
for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted, or have lapsed, and that
is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for
collecting the tax liability.
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A25 TERMINATION OF CONTRACT
A25.1 SOURCE
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(B)
FAA Advisory Circular 150/5370-10, Section 80-09
A25.2 APPLICABILITY
Contract Types – All contracts and subcontracts in excess of $10,000 must address termination for cause
and termination for convenience by the Sponsor. The provision must address the manner (i.e., notice,
opportunity to cure, and effective date) by which the Sponsor’s contract will be affected and the basis
for settlement (e.g., incurred expenses, completed work, profit, etc.).
Use of Provision –
Termination for Convenience – No mandatory text provided. The Sponsor must include a clause
for termination for convenience. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and meets the
intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language must
fully satisfy the requirements of Appendix II to 2 CFR § 200.
Termination for Cause – No mandatory text provided. The Sponsor must include a clause for
termination for cause (includes default). The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s
language must fully satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II.
Equipment, Professional Services, and Property – No mandatory text provided. The Sponsor may
use their established clause language provided that it adequately addresses the intent of 2 CFR
Part 200 Appendix II(B), which addresses termination for cause and for convenience.
A25.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSES
A25.3.1 Termination for Convenience
TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE (CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT CONTRACTS)
The Owner may terminate this contract in whole or in part at any time by providing written notice to the
Contractor. Such action may be without cause and without prejudice to any other right or remedy of
Owner. Upon receipt of a written notice of termination, except as explicitly directed by the Owner, the
Contractor shall immediately proceed with the following obligations regardless of any delay in
determining or adjusting amounts due under this clause:
1. Contractor must immediately discontinue work as specified in the written notice.
2. Terminate all subcontracts to the extent they relate to the work terminated under the notice.
3. Discontinue orders for materials and services except as directed by the written notice.
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4. Deliver to the Owner all fabricated and partially fabricated parts, completed and partially
completed work, supplies, equipment and materials acquired prior to termination of the work,
and as directed in the written notice.
5. Complete performance of the work not terminated by the notice.
6. Take action as directed by the Owner to protect and preserve property and work related to this
contract that Owner will take possession.
Owner agrees to pay Contractor for:
1. Completed and acceptable work executed in accordance with the contract documents prior to
the effective date of termination;
2. Documented expenses sustained prior to the effective date of termination in performing work
and furnishing labor, materials, or equipment as required by the contract documents in
connection with uncompleted work;
3. Reasonable and substantiated claims, costs, and damages incurred in settlement of terminated
contracts with Subcontractors and Suppliers; and
4. Reasonable and substantiated expenses to the Contractor directly attributable to Owner’s
termination action.
Owner will not pay Contractor for loss of anticipated profits or revenue or other economic loss arising
out of or resulting from the Owner’s termination action.
The rights and remedies this clause provides are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided
by law or under this contract.
TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE (PROFESSIONAL SERVICES)
The Owner may, by written notice to the Consultant, terminate this Agreement for its convenience and
without cause or default on the part of Consultant. Upon receipt of the notice of termination, except as
explicitly directed by the Owner, the Contractor must immediately discontinue all services affected.
Upon termination of the Agreement, the Consultant must deliver to the Owner all data, surveys, models,
drawings, specifications, reports, maps, photographs, estimates, summaries, and other documents and
materials prepared by the Engineer under this contract, whether complete or partially complete.
Owner agrees to make just and equitable compensation to the Consultant for satisfactory work
completed up through the date the Consultant receives the termination notice. Compensation will not
include anticipated profit on non-performed services.
Owner further agrees to hold Consultant harmless for errors or omissions in documents that are
incomplete as a result of the termination action under this clause.
A25.3.2 Termination for Default
TERMINATION FOR CAUSE (CONSTRUCTION)
Section 80-09 of FAA Advisory Circular 150/5370-10 establishes standard language for conditions,
rights, and remedies associated with Owner termination of this contract for cause due to default of the
Contractor.
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TERMINATION FOR CAUSE (EQUIPMENT)
The Owner may, by written notice of default to the Contractor, terminate all or part of this Contract for
cause if the Contractor:
1. Fails to begin the Work under the Contract within the time specified in the Notice- to-Proceed;
2. Fails to make adequate progress as to endanger performance of this Contract in accordance with
its terms;
3. Fails to make delivery of the equipment within the time specified in the Contract, including any
Owner approved extensions;
4. Fails to comply with material provisions of the Contract;
5. Submits certifications made under the Contract and as part of their proposal that include false or
fraudulent statements; or
6. Becomes insolvent or declares bankruptcy.
If one or more of the stated events occur, the Owner will give notice in writing to the Contractor and
Surety of its intent to terminate the contract for cause. At the Owner’s discretion, the notice may allow
the Contractor and Surety an opportunity to cure the breach or default.
If within [10] days of the receipt of notice, the Contractor or Surety fails to remedy the breach or default
to the satisfaction of the Owner, the Owner has authority to acquire equipment by other procurement
action. The Contractor will be liable to the Owner for any excess costs the Owner incurs for acquiring
such similar equipment.
Payment for completed equipment delivered to and accepted by the Owner shall be at the Contract
price. The Owner may withhold from amounts otherwise due the Contractor for such completed
equipment, such sum as the Owner determines to be necessary to protect the Owner against loss because
of Contractor default.
Owner will not terminate the Contractor’s right to proceed with the work under this clause if the delay
in completing the work arises from unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or
negligence of the Contractor. Examples of such acceptable causes include: acts of God, acts of the
Owner, acts of another Contractor in the performance of a contract with the Owner, and severe weather
events that substantially exceed normal conditions for the location.
If, after termination of the Contractor’s right to proceed, the Owner determines that the Contractor was
not in default, or that the delay was excusable, the rights and obligations of the parties will be the same
as if the Owner issued the termination for the convenience the Owner.
The rights and remedies of the Owner in this clause are in addition to any other rights and remedies
provided by law or under this contract.
TERMINATION FOR CAUSE (PROFESSIONAL SERVICES)
Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause if the other party fails to fulfill its obligations that
are essential to the completion of the work per the terms and conditions of the Agreement. The party
initiating the termination action must allow the breaching party an opportunity to dispute or cure the
breach.
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The terminating party must provide the breaching party [7] days advance written notice of its intent to
terminate the Agreement. The notice must specify the nature and extent of the breach, the conditions
necessary to cure the breach, and the effective date of the termination action. The rights and remedies in
this clause are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law or under this agreement.
a) Termination by Owner: The Owner may terminate this Agreement for cause in whole or in part,
for the failure of the Consultant to:
1. Perform the services within the time specified in this contract or by Owner approved extension;
2. Make adequate progress so as to endanger satisfactory performance of the Project; or
3. Fulfill the obligations of the Agreement that are essential to the completion of the Project.
Upon receipt of the notice of termination, the Consultant must immediately discontinue all services
affected unless the notice directs otherwise. Upon termination of the Agreement, the Consultant must
deliver to the Owner all data, surveys, models, drawings, specifications, reports, maps, photographs,
estimates, summaries, and other documents and materials prepared by the Engineer under this
contract, whether complete or partially complete.
Owner agrees to make just and equitable compensation to the Consultant for satisfactory work
completed up through the date the Consultant receives the termination notice. Compensation will not
include anticipated profit on non-performed services.
Owner further agrees to hold Consultant harmless for errors or omissions in documents that are
incomplete as a result of the termination action under this clause.
If, after finalization of the termination action, the Owner determines the Consultant was not in default
of the Agreement, the rights and obligations of the parties shall be the same as if the Owner issued the
termination for the convenience of the Owner.
b) Termination by Consultant: The Consultant may terminate this Agreement for cause in whole or
in part, if the Owner:
1. Defaults on its obligations under this Agreement;
2. Fails to make payment to the Consultant in accordance with the terms of this Agreement;
3. Suspends the project for more than [180] days due to reasons beyond the control of the
Consultant.
Upon receipt of a notice of termination from the Consultant, Owner agrees to cooperate with
Consultant for the purpose of terminating the agreement or portion thereof, by mutual consent. If
Owner and Consultant cannot reach mutual agreement on the termination settlement, the Consultant
may, without prejudice to any rights and remedies it may have, proceed with terminating all or parts
of this Agreement based upon the Owner’s breach of the contract.
In the event of termination due to Owner breach, the Consultant is entitled to invoice Owner and to
receive full payment for all services performed or furnished in accordance with this Agreement and
all justified reimbursable expenses incurred by the Consultant through the effective date of
termination action. Owner agrees to hold Consultant harmless for errors or omissions in documents
that are incomplete as a result of the termination action under this clause.
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A26 TRADE RESTRICTION CERTIFICATION
A26.1 SOURCE
49 USC § 50104
49 CFR Part 30
A26.2 APPLICABILITY
Unless waived by the Secretary of Transportation, Sponsors may not use AIP funds on a product or
service from a foreign country included in the current list of countries that discriminate against U.S.
firms as published by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR).
Contract Types – The trade restriction certification and clause apply to all AIP funded projects.
Use of Provision – MANDATORY TEXT. 49 CFR Part 30 prescribes the language for this model clause.
The Sponsor must include this certification language in all contracts and subcontracts without
modification.
A26.3 MANDATORY SOLICITATION CLAUSE
TRADE RESTRICTION CERTIFICATION
By submission of an offer, the Offeror certifies that with respect to this solicitation and any resultant
contract, the Offeror –
1) is not owned or controlled by one or more citizens of a foreign country included in the list of
countries that discriminate against U.S. firms as published by the Office of the United States
Trade Representative (USTR);
2) has not knowingly entered into any contract or subcontract for this project with a person that is
a citizen or national of a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate
against U.S. firms as published by the USTR; and
3) has not entered into any subcontract for any product to be used on the Federal project that is
produced in a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S.
firms published by the USTR.
This certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of an agency of the United States of America
and the making of a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may render the maker subject to
prosecution under Title 18 USC § 1001.
The Offeror/Contractor must provide immediate written notice to the Owner if the Offeror/Contractor
learns that its certification or that of a subcontractor was erroneous when submitted or has become
erroneous by reason of changed circumstances. The Contractor must require subcontractors provide
immediate written notice to the Contractor if at any time it learns that its certification was erroneous by
reason of changed circumstances.
Unless the restrictions of this clause are waived by the Secretary of Transportation in accordance with
49 CFR § 30.17, no contract shall be awarded to an Offeror or subcontractor:
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1) who is owned or controlled by one or more citizens or nationals of a foreign country included on
the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms published by the USTR; or
2) whose subcontractors are owned or controlled by one or more citizens or nationals of a foreign
country on such USTR list; or
3) who incorporates in the public works project any product of a foreign country on such USTR list.
Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in
order to render, in good faith, the certification required by this provision. The knowledge and
information of a contractor is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent
person in the ordinary course of business dealings.
The Offeror agrees that, if awarded a contract resulting from this solicitation, it will incorporate this
provision for certification without modification in all lower tier subcontracts. The Contractor may rely
on the certification of a prospective subcontractor that it is not a firm from a foreign country included on
the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms as published by USTR, unless the Offeror has
knowledge that the certification is erroneous.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when making an
award. If it is later determined that the Contractor or subcontractor knowingly rendered an erroneous
certification, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) may direct through the Owner cancellation of
the contract or subcontract for default at no cost to the Owner or the FAA.
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A27 VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
A27.1 SOURCE
49 USC § 47112(c)
A27.2 APPLICABILITY
Contract Types – This provision applies to all AIP funded projects that involve labor to carry out the
project. This preference, which excludes executive, administrative, and supervisory positions, applies to
covered veterans [as defined under § 47112(c)] only when they are readily available and qualified to
accomplish the work required by the project.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 49 USC § 47112.
A27.3 MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSE
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
In the employment of labor (excluding executive, administrative, and supervisory positions), the
Contractor and all sub-tier contractors must give preference to covered veterans as defined within Title
49 United States Code Section 47112. Covered veterans include Vietnam-era veterans, Persian Gulf
veterans, Afghanistan-Iraq war veterans, disabled veterans, and small business concerns (as defined by
15 USC § 632) owned and controlled by disabled veterans. This preference only applies when there are
covered veterans readily available and qualified to perform the work to which the employment relates.
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A28 DOMESTIC PREFERENCES FOR PROCUREMENTS
A28.1 SOURCE
2 CFR § 200.322
2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(L)
A28.2 APPLICABILITY
To the greatest extent “practicable,” Sponsors must provide a preference for the purchase, acquisition,
or use of goods, products, or materials produced in the U.S., including, but not limited to iron,
aluminum, steel, cement, or other manufactured products.
Contract Types – Must be included in all subawards, including all contracts and purchase orders for work
or products under the grant.
Use of Provision – No mandatory text provided. The following language is acceptable to the FAA and
meets the intent of this requirement. If the Sponsor uses different language, the Sponsor’s language
must fully satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR § 200.322.
A28.3 MODEL CERTIFICATION CLAUSE
CERTIFICATION REGARDING DOMESTIC PREFERENCES FOR PROCUREMENTS
The Bidder or Offeror certifies by signing and submitting this bid or proposal that, to the greatest extent
practicable, the Bidder or Offeror has provided a preference for the purchase, acquisition, or use of
goods, products, or materials produced in the United States (including, but not limited to, iron,
aluminum, steel, cement, and other manufactured products) in compliance with 2 CFR § 200.322.