TAA

The Trade Agreements Act establishes rules for federal procurement of foreign-made products, implementing U.S. obligations under various international trade agreements. TAA requires that products offered to the government be manufactured or substantially transformed in the United States or designated countries.

TAA compliance is required for most GSA Schedule contracts and other acquisitions above certain thresholds. Non-compliant products cannot be sold to the government under covered procurements. Contractors must verify country of origin and substantial transformation for products they offer, maintaining documentation to support TAA compliance certifications.