Get Buy American Justification Form

Filling out the Buy American Justification Form is a crucial step for ensuring compliance with federal regulations regarding food procurement. This guide provides clear and concise instructions to help users effectively navigate and complete the form online.

Follow the steps to fill out your Buy American Justification Form with ease.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Buy American Justification Form and open it in your document editor.
2. Begin by entering the name of your School Food Authority (SFA) in the designated field.
3. Record the date you are completing the form to establish a reference for your records.
4. In the section labeled 'Non-domestic Agricultural Product', specify the type of product you are purchasing.
5. Indicate the storage area where the product will be kept, providing examples such as dry storage, cooler, or freezer.
6. Clearly state the country of origin for the product. Be specific, citing examples such as grown in Brazil or processed in China.
7. Select the reason for the exception to the Buy American Provision by checking the applicable box, such as cost analysis or availability.
8. If choosing based on cost, fill in the cost per purchase unit for both domestic and foreign food products.
9. If applicable, indicate any seasonal availability issues by noting the months when the non-domestic product is not available.
10. If using a substitution, confirm that the distributor received your SFA’s pre-approval for the non-domestic product.
11. Provide any additional notes that may support your justification.
12. Finally, ensure you acquire the SFA authorized signature and date to validate your submission.

Complete your Buy American Justification Form online today to maintain compliance and streamline your procurement process.