Opportunity
Federal Register #HUD-2026-0826
HUD RFI for BABA-Compliant Domestic Products for Housing and Infrastructure
Buyer
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Posted
June 18, 2026
Respond By
July 20, 2026
Identifier
HUD-2026-0826
NAICS
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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), through its Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, is seeking information from industry stakeholders on the availability of domestically manufactured products for housing and infrastructure projects under the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) - Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research - Purpose: - Request for Information (RFI) to identify U.S.-made products and manufacturing capacity for BABA compliance - Product Categories Sought: - HVAC systems: - Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems - Heat pumps (cold climate air-source, ducted split, ductless mini-split, geothermal/ground source, water source) - Exhaust fans - Packaged terminal air conditioner (PTAC) and vertical terminal air conditioner (VTAC) units - Gas furnaces - Portable and room air conditioners - Plumbing fixtures: - Toilets, lavatory sinks, kitchen sinks, faucets, bathtubs, shower systems, and accessories - Door hardware: - Electronic access control systems and digital locksets - Elevators - Fire alarm and fire suppression systems - Solar panels - Electrical components: - Interior and exterior LED lighting fixtures - Surge protection devices - Security cameras - Unit load centers, panelboards, distribution panels - GFCI receptacles, cover plates, wiring devices - Wood trusses - Notable Requirements: - Products must be manufactured in the United States to comply with BABA - HUD is interested in both listed and unlisted products essential to housing and infrastructure - Respondents should provide details on domestic production, BABA compliance, and manufacturing capacity - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; HUD seeks input from all relevant manufacturers and suppliers - The information collected will help HUD assess market readiness, BABA compliance, and potential need for waivers or support for domestic manufacturing
Description
This Request for Information (RFI) from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) seeks public input to support HUD's implementation of the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA). The RFI focuses on the availability of domestically manufactured items necessary for the construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of housing and certain other infrastructure projects funded through HUD's Federal Financial Assistance. HUD is particularly interested in comments from manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and other stakeholders regarding the availability and compliance of products used in HUD-assisted housing programs. The information gathered will help HUD ensure compliance with BABA requirements and evaluate the need for waivers or support for domestic manufacturing expansion.