Build America, Buy America (BABA) Resources for County-Funded Projects
San Mateo County Department of Housing has prepared this BABA training package to help developers, contractors, and subrecipients meet federal Build America, Buy America requirements on HUD-funded infrastructure projects.
This page includes:
- A recorded overview of BABA and HUD’s Buy America Preference (BAP)
- The County’s standard BABA contract clause for use in bid documents and agreements
- A Quick Reference Guide summarizing applicability, covered materials, and documentation needs
- A decision-tree workflow to help determine when BABA applies and when waivers may be used
- HUD’s Optional Buy America Preference Checklist and Certification forms
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) addressing common project scenarios
These resources are intended to clarify when BABA applies to your project, what documentation is required, and how to maintain compliance throughout construction.