Secure Supply Chain

Understanding TAA

What is TAA?

The Trade Agreements Act (TAA) is a U.S. federal law that governs trade agreements negotiated between the United States and other approved countries. TAA compliance ensures that products and services sold to the U.S. government are manufactured or substantially transformed in a TAA-designated country. These designated countries include those with which the United States maintains trade agreements or which have been identified as compliant with the World Trade Organization’s Government Procurement Agreement (GPA).

Under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), U.S. government agencies are required to procure only TAA compliant products when purchasing under certain contract vehicles, such as GSA Schedule contracts. This requirement is designed to ensure that taxpayer dollars support fair and lawful international trade practices.

How We Support TAA Compliace

At Protego Systems, we understand the critical importance of TAA compliance in federal procurement. We ensure our products are manufactured or substantially transformed in TAA-designated countries, providing government customers with:

  • Fully documented TAA compliance certificates for our product lines

  • Supply chain transparency to ensure sourcing from approved countries

  • Reliable, compliant solutions that meet federal procurement standards

By choosing TAA-compliant solutions, government agencies can purchase with confidence, avoid contract risks, and ensure their technology investments align with U.S. trade laws and policies

Why it Matters

1.  Legal and Contractual Requirement

Federal procurement regulations often require that all products purchased under specific contracts (such as GSA Schedule or IDIQ contracts) meet TAA standards. Non-compliance can lead to contract ineligibility, delays, or even penalties for suppliers.

2. Supply Chain Security and Trust

TAA compliance gives government agencies confidence that the products they are purchasing originate from trusted nations. This reduces the risk of supply chain vulnerabilities or sourcing from countries not aligned with U.S. trade policy.

3. Quality and Reliability

TAA-designated countries are typically aligned with U.S. standards for quality manufacturing, environmental practices, and labor laws, giving government buyers added assurance of product reliability and safety.

4. Simplified Procurement Process

When products are pre-certified as TAA-compliant, agencies can streamline procurement, knowing the offerings meet federal regulations without additional verification steps.