Construction Program Guide

State Preference for Materials

FHWA policy prohibits contractual provisions that provide a preference for in-State materials to the exclusion of comparable materials produced outside of the State. Such provisions may give particular advantage to a designated source and thus restrict competition.

Authority/Legal Basis

1. Laws

   • Title 23 U.S.C. 112 provides the FHWA's statutory requirements for competitive bidding for construction contracts.

2. Regulations

   • Title 23 C.F.R. 635.409 - Restrictions on Materials

3. Orders

   • None

4. Policy

   • The FHWA Contract Administration Core Curriculum Manual summarizes the FHWA policy for State preference for materials.

Guidance

1. General Information

   • None

2. Training

   • None