Brooks Act: Federal law (40 U.S.C. 1101-1104) requiring Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) for federal architectural and engineering projects
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR): Federal procurement regulations, particularly Part 36 which governs contracting for architectural and engineering services
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA): Federal environmental law requiring assessment of environmental impacts for federally funded projects
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law mandating accessibility requirements in design and construction
Davis-Bacon Act: Federal law requiring payment of prevailing wages on federally funded construction projects
State Procurement Laws: State-specific regulations governing the procurement of professional services, including architectural and engineering services
State Licensing Requirements: State-specific requirements for architectural and engineering professional licensing and practice
State Building Codes: State-specific construction and design requirements that must be adhered to in project specifications
Mini-Brooks Acts: State-level versions of the federal Brooks Act, governing procurement of A/E services at the state level
AIA Guidelines: Professional standards and guidelines established by the American Institute of Architects
NSPE Standards: Professional standards established by the National Society of Professional Engineers
Local Building Codes: Municipal and local construction and design requirements specific to the project location
M/WBE Requirements: Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise participation requirements for government contracts
EEO Regulations: Equal Employment Opportunity requirements ensuring non-discrimination in employment practices
OSHA Requirements: Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards for workplace safety during design and construction
