AIP Procurement Requirements

Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants come with specific procurement requirements. 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) establishes the federal procurement standards. The FAA AIP Handbook (Order 5100.38D) provides additional airport-specific guidance. Grant Assurances impose ongoing obligations on the airport sponsor.

TarmacSync helps airport teams identify which requirements are triggered by AIP funding for a given purchase or project.

Key procurement rules triggered by AIP

• Competition. Full and open competition is the default. The method (sealed bids, competitive proposals, or noncompetitive) depends on the purchase type and amount. 2 CFR § 200.320 outlines the methods of procurement.
• Buy American. AIP-funded projects are subject to domestic preference requirements for steel, iron, and manufactured goods. The Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) imposes separate domestic-content requirements for federally funded infrastructure projects. See FAA's Buy American preferences for current AIP-specific guidance.
• DBE. Many airport sponsors maintain an FAA-approved DBE program. The specific DBE requirements that apply to a given AIP-funded procurement depend on the project scope, contract value, and the airport's DBE goal methodology.
• Davis-Bacon. Prevailing wage requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act may apply when an AIP-funded project includes construction, alteration, or repair work. Applicability depends on project scope and contract amount. Reference: 2 CFR Part 200 Appendix II and FAA guidance.
• Grant Assurances. Airport sponsors accepting AIP grants agree to the current set of Grant Assurances. Compliance obligations span procurement, operations, civil rights, and reporting. Refer to the official Grant Assurances document for the current count and text.

For official guidance, refer to the FAA AIP website and the AIP Handbook. TarmacSync does not replace FAA or ADO review.