Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR): Primary regulation for federal government procurement, setting standards and requirements for federal project bids
Davis-Bacon Act: Federal law requiring payment of prevailing wages on public works projects and establishing labor standards for government-funded construction contracts
Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act: Federal law setting standards for overtime pay and safety requirements in federal contract work
Miller Act: Federal legislation requiring performance bonds and payment bonds for federal construction projects over $100,000
Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA): Requires contractors to submit cost and pricing data for government contracts, ensuring fairness and transparency
State Procurement Laws: State-specific regulations governing the procurement process and bidding requirements for public projects
State Contractor Licensing Requirements: State-specific regulations determining qualification and licensing needs for contractors bidding on projects
State Prevailing Wage Laws: State-level requirements for minimum wage rates on public works projects, complementing federal Davis-Bacon Act
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions, including contract formation and enforcement
OSHA Requirements: Federal safety and health regulations that must be considered in project planning and cost estimation
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regulations: Federal environmental standards and requirements that may impact project execution and costs
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards
Equal Employment Opportunity Regulations: Federal requirements preventing discrimination and ensuring equal opportunity in employment practices
State and Local Tax Requirements: Tax obligations and considerations specific to the project location, including sales tax and local levies
