Buy America waiver approved for HSR specialized components
Summary
FRA granted final waiver allowing California High-Speed Rail Authority to procure aluminum car shells, signal systems, high-speed rail turnouts and fire alarm systems from non-US sources due to domestic unavailability, effective December 4, 2024.
Details
Opens immediate procurement opportunities for international suppliers of these specialized HSR systems while confirming domestic sourcing requirements remain for 98% of project expenditures.
Procurement spending on specialized HSR components from international suppliers for Merced-Bakersfield segment
California High-Speed Rail Authority Federal Railroad Administration
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