Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR): Uniform policies and procedures for government acquisitions, particularly relevant for federal contracts. Includes requirements for competition, transparency, and fairness in the procurement process.
Competition in Contracting Act (CICA): Federal law requiring full and open competition in government procurement, establishing standards for competitive bidding processes.
Small Business Act: Legislation governing requirements for small business participation, including set-aside provisions and small business subcontracting plans.
State-specific procurement laws: Varying state-level requirements for public projects and bidding processes, which must be considered based on the project's jurisdiction.
Davis-Bacon Act: Federal law governing prevailing wage requirements and labor standards, particularly important for construction-related projects.
Anti-discrimination Laws: Including Equal Employment Opportunity requirements, Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Environmental Regulations: Including National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), state environmental requirements, and environmental impact considerations for projects.
Privacy Laws: Regulations governing data protection, including HIPAA for healthcare-related projects and state-specific privacy laws.
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal and state safety requirements and worker protection standards that must be addressed in project planning and execution.
State Licensing Requirements: Professional licensing requirements and project management certifications specific to the state where the project will be executed.
Contract Law: Including Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), state contract law principles, and dispute resolution requirements that govern contractual relationships.
Intellectual Property Laws: Federal and state laws governing patents, copyrights, and trade secret provisions that may affect project deliverables and ownership.
