Brooks Act: Federal law (40 U.S.C. 1101-1104) governing the procurement of architectural and engineering services for federal projects, requiring qualifications-based selection
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR): Comprehensive regulation for federal procurement procedures, applicable when federal funding is involved in the engineering project
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA): Federal environmental law requiring assessment of environmental impacts for projects with federal involvement
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal civil rights law requiring accessible design and accommodation in engineering projects
Davis-Bacon Act: Federal law requiring payment of prevailing wages on public works projects
State Procurement Laws: State-specific regulations governing the procurement process for engineering services at the state level
Professional Engineering Licensing: State-specific requirements for professional engineering licensure and practice
EEO Regulations: Equal Employment Opportunity requirements ensuring non-discrimination in contracting and employment
DBE Requirements: Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation requirements for federal and state-funded projects
Professional Standards: Guidelines and ethics codes from organizations like ASCE and NSPE that govern engineering practice
Insurance Requirements: Professional liability insurance and bonding requirements for engineering services
Safety Standards: OSHA and other safety requirements applicable to engineering projects and services
Technical Standards: Industry-specific technical standards including ISO, ASTM, and other relevant engineering standards
