The Build America, Buy America Act (BABA), part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) passed in 2021, establishes strict domestic sourcing requirements for federally funded infrastructure projects. For contractors, that means any project receiving federal dollars—whether it’s roadwork, flood mitigation, or a public facility—must use materials that are made in the United States.
This includes iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials like plastic sheeting, geomembranes, and vapor barriers.
Why BABA Compliance Matters to Contractors
If you’re bidding on—or already working within—a federally funded project, BABA compliance isn’t optional. Failure to source compliant materials can result in project delays, rejected inspections, or worse: funding clawbacks.
Sourcing compliant materials up front helps avoid costly rework and shows that your team is aligned with federal expectations for domestic manufacturing.
What Makes a Product BABA Compliant?
To be considered compliant under BABA:
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Manufactured products must have at least 55% of component costs sourced in the U.S., and the final manufacturing process must also take place in the U.S.
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Construction materials must be entirely manufactured in the U.S., including all processes from raw material to finished form.
For plastic sheeting and related products, this means the extrusion, reinforcement, and packaging must all occur domestically, with a significant percentage of components (such as resin) coming from U.S.-based suppliers.
For a deeper overview of BABA compliance standards, check out this article from Calico Compliance.
Americover: Your BABA-Compliant Supplier
At Americover, we understand the urgency, accountability, and compliance challenges contractors face on government-funded jobs. That’s why we stock a full line of BABA-compliant plastic sheeting solutions that are Made in the USA, available in a range of thicknesses, colors, and material types—ready to ship when and where you need them.
With over 30 years of experience, Americover is a trusted supplier to contractors nationwide, offering:
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Transparent documentation for BABA-compliant sourcing
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Stocked inventory for faster turnaround
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Product experts who understand compliance and application needs
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Conclusion: Build Smart. Source Compliant.
Contractors working on federally funded projects can’t afford to treat BABA compliance as an afterthought. Working with a proven, U.S.-based supplier like Americover means you get the materials you need—on time, on spec, and in full compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act.
If you need help sourcing the right plastic sheeting for your job, our team is ready to help you navigate compliance and deliver materials that perform.