AFL, a leading manufacturer of fiber optic cables, connectivity solutions, and equipment, has announced its self-certification for products compliant with the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act. This certification positions AFL as a key supplier for broadband infrastructure projects funded by the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program.
“We are actively expanding our portfolio of compliant products to meet the needs of our customers’ BEAD-funded projects,” the company stated.
The BEAD Program, overseen by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) within the U.S. Department of Commerce, provides funding to states for enhancing high-speed internet access, particularly in underserved and rural areas. The BABA Act, part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, mandates the use of domestically sourced or manufactured products for these initiatives.
Marc Bolick, President of Product Solutions at AFL, commented, “Our self-certification with the NTIA marks a significant milestone, reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality, compliant products that contribute to broadband infrastructure growth and support the U.S. manufacturing sector and economy.”
AFL’s products have been verified to meet the Buy America Preference requirements, or at least comply with the guidelines specified in the BABA Waiver for the BEAD Program. This self-certification ensures that AFL’s products are eligible for use in the program, aiding efforts to improve the nation’s broadband infrastructure.
“This is an ongoing effort,” added Bolick. “We aim to provide a comprehensive range of products tailored to our customers’ BEAD-funded projects.”
AFL is dedicated to offering a complete BABA-compliant cable and connectivity portfolio. As domestic content is confirmed and new production capabilities become available, the company will continue to expand its certified product range.
For more information about AFL’s compliance with domestic preference requirements and related resources, please visit www.AFLglobal.com/connectingAmerica.
About AFL
Founded in 1984, AFL is an international manufacturer providing end-to-end solutions across various markets, including energy, service providers, enterprise, hyperscale, and industrial sectors. The company’s products are utilized in over 130 countries and include fiber optic cables and hardware, transmission and substation accessories, outside plant equipment, connectivity solutions, test and inspection equipment, and fusion splicers. AFL also offers a wide array of services supporting data center, enterprise, wireless, and outside plant applications.
