Federal Procurement & Buy American Act / Buy America Build America: What’s Changing?

Federal Procurement & Buy American Act / Buy America Build America: What’s Changing?

Recent executive orders are reshaping federal procurement policies, emphasizing domestic sourcing, labor standards, and supply chain transparency. These changes impact grant-funded projects, federal contractors, and subrecipients, requiring proactive compliance with evolving Buy American / Build America (BABA) requirements. Organizations must reassess procurement strategies, strengthen supplier verification, and anticipate new reporting obligations to remain competitive in federal funding. This article explores the latest BABA policy updates, key adjustments for compliance, and proactive steps organizations can take to align with shifting federal procurement priorities.

Subrecipient Monitoring: Managing Compliance Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

Subrecipient Monitoring: Managing Compliance Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

As federal grant recipients navigate evolving priorities and enforcement trends, the core requirements for subrecipient oversight—outlined in 2 CFR §§ 200.331–.333—remain unchanged. While no immediate regulatory modifications have occurred, pass-through entities should anticipate potential shifts in risk assessments, reporting expectations, and enforcement actions.

To stay ahead, organizations should reassess subrecipient risk management, strengthen documentation and internal controls, enhance communication, and monitor regulatory updates. By reinforcing compliance practices now, grant recipients can position themselves for regulatory alignment and operational efficiency in an evolving grants environment.