Name
The Low-Down on Flow-Downs: Managing Federal Flow-Down Requirements in Rail and Transit Projects
Date & Time
Monday, November 16, 2026, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Adam Giuliano Annette Simelaro Viktor Zhong
Description
Federal flow-down provisions create significant compliance and contracting challenges for rail and transit projects. This instructive session examines how to identify applicable requirements, incorporate them into contracts, and determine how far obligations extend through the contracting chain. Our experienced panelists address Buy America, civil rights, and other federal requirements while exploring monitoring, enforcement, unclear guidance, and subcontractor compliance. You’ll leave better equipped to identify flow-down issues early and manage federal requirements before they become project risks.