Global water technology leader Grundfos has announced that key submersible wastewater pumps are now officially compliant with the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA), a federal requirement for U.S.-made components in government-funded infrastructure projects.

The confirmation, made in November, marks a significant step for Grundfos as it deepens its commitment to the U.S. market. This includes aligning with domestic regulations and expanding its manufacturing presence. These newly certified pumps are designed to meet the high-performance demands of modern wastewater systems and are now eligible for use in federally funded infrastructure initiatives.

The company is not stopping here. Grundfos plans to launch additional BABA-compliant product lines in early 2026, with development already underway.

What BABA Compliance Means for Grundfos and the U.S.

The Build America, Buy America Act, introduced in 2022 as part of broader U.S. infrastructure legislation, requires that products used in federally funded public works projects meet strict domestic sourcing and manufacturing standards. This includes thresholds for U.S.-produced content and final assembly.

For foreign manufacturers like Grundfos, meeting BABA requirements presents both a challenge and an opportunity. The company appears to be embracing both.

“Creating product lines specifically for BABA is an important milestone for Grundfos,” said Dieter Sauer, Group Senior Vice President, Global Water Utility at Grundfos. “It furthers our commitment to the industrial workforce and brings our production closer to our customers.”

By securing compliance, Grundfos ensures that its products remain eligible for public sector projects, a significant and growing market fueled by the U.S. government’s multi-billion-dollar infrastructure investment.

This compliance milestone follows a multimillion-dollar investment, announced earlier this year, to expand production capacity at Grundfos’ Brookshire, Texas facility. The move is part of the company’s broader strategy to localize manufacturing, shorten supply chains, and better serve U.S. customers in an evolving policy landscape.

Grundfos, headquartered in Denmark, opened its first overseas subsidiary in the U.S. in 1973. Today, the U.S. remains one of the company’s largest and most important markets, and Brookshire is playing an increasingly central role in its operations.

Sauer added that the Brookshire expansion and newly certified products position Grundfos to serve its customer base with high-quality solutions that directly support America's infrastructure.

This announcement comes at a time when global supply chains are under renewed scrutiny. Reshoring, or bringing manufacturing back to domestic soil, has become a priority for both governments and companies looking to enhance resilience.

Grundfos’ move is likely to be welcomed by municipalities, utilities, and contractors working on federally funded infrastructure projects. In such projects, navigating BABA compliance is often complex. Having a globally recognized brand offer certified products simplifies procurement and broadens choices for project managers.

However, not all of Grundfos’ product lines are certified under BABA yet. The company has acknowledged this and stated that more compliant offerings are expected in early 2026, indicating a phased rollout to meet demand while aligning with federal requirements.

There is also a broader industry context to consider. While the BABA framework is designed to support domestic manufacturing and job growth, some stakeholders, particularly small and mid-sized businesses, have raised concerns about implementation complexity. Larger firms like Grundfos are often better positioned to adapt quickly, although the transition still requires significant planning and investment.

As federal funding continues to flow into water infrastructure projects, including long-overdue upgrades to wastewater systems, the competition for contracts is increasing. With BABA-compliant status secured for key products, Grundfos is well positioned to protect and expand its market presence.

More broadly, the company’s strategy of investing in U.S. manufacturing while tailoring global operations to meet local policy requirements reflects a growing trend in industrial planning: building where you sell.

With more certified products on the way and a major U.S. expansion already in motion, Grundfos is clearly making a long-term bet on American infrastructure—and on becoming a key player in its future.