The manual, templates and resources on this page were created to help registered state basic agencies (RSBAs) with the administration of Build America, Buy America (BABA) preference requirements for ARC-funded construction projects. Who should read this?This document is a working tool for RSBA staff to…

What is BABA?  The Build America, Buy America Act, part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (2021). It requires that iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in federally funded infrastructure projects be produced in the United States, unless a waiver applies.  Does BABA apply to…

The manual, templates and resources on this page were created to help current and prospective grantees comply with Build America, Buy America (BABA) preference requirements on ARC-funded construction projects.   Step 1: Review the Checklist Are you planning a construction project? Or are you a current grantee with an RSBA-administered construction project? Review the checklist that best suits your situation; it will help you navigate…

ARC is responsible for processing and approving all Build America, Buy America (BABA) waiver requests relating to ARC Financial Assistance, including waivers requested by recipients and on behalf of subrecipients. Every waiver must be reviewed by the Made in America Office. To the greatest extent practicable, waivers should…

The Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) is a federal law to help strengthen American manufacturing and build stronger domestic supply chains. It says that when the federal government helps pay for a public infrastructure project, the iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials built into that project must…

The Application for Federal Financial Assistance (AFFA) replaces the SF-424 as ARC’s standard application form. A completed and certified AFFA is used to collect essential applicant and project information at the time of application and becomes part of the official project record. There are certain project amendments that require…

All ARC grant activities are conducted through Pathways, ARC’s grant management system. Use the opportunities and resources below to learn how to successfully navigate this platform. Please also continue to check this page for updated resources that will coincide with the expanded use and functionality of Pathways.

This document is intended to provide applicants and grantees with an overview of required policies and procedures that funding recipients (both grantees and subrecipients) must have in place prior to receiving ARC funds. It is the responsibility of all prospective grant recipients to develop policies and procedures in accordance with…

In accordance with the ACCESS BROADBAND Act, all ARC-funded broadband projects must complete and include  appropriate templates as part of their reporting. ARC is required to submit this information to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for their Broadband…

The SF270 should reflect the information that is included in the Advance Worksheet and will also need to be submitted as part of their interim and final report. Access to Capital grantees can use this example for reference as they complete the SF270.

This resource should be downloaded and used by Access to Capital grantees to satisfy post-award interim reporting requirements.   Please enter all information that is requested on the first tab of the worksheet; the second tab offers instructions that can be referenced for additional guidance.  If any challenges should arise…

This worksheet should be downloaded and used by Access to Capital grantees in their request for advanced payments – please refer to the instructions on the first tab and use the second tab to input your current data. This worksheet should accompany the SF-270 and be submitted as part…

This guide serves as a compilation of the various laws, regulations, and other terms and conditions applicable to ARC grants. Grant recipients and subrecipients will especially find this useful as a primer for the management of federal grants. Applicants may also find this guide useful when applying for an…

This worksheet must be filled out to request revisions to current ARC grants for construction projects.

This page will guide you through the process of developing performance measures for your proposed activity.