with increasing government requirements for U.S.-made components in infrastructure projects. “Everything is done in-house,” Contreras emphasizes, giving the company a significant advantage when bidding on public contracts. “Our products are Made In America, and we comply with Buy America requirements, which is important for several transit authorities,” Doracio notes. These provisions, which have been strengthened in recent years, require federally-funded infrastructure projects to use American-made products when available. For transit agencies and other public entities using federal grants, working with Buy America compliant suppliers like AmePower simplifies procurement. This domestic manufacturing focus provides benefits beyond contract eligibility. “Security-wise, it’s something the federal government values—that the intellectual property remains here and protected,” Doracio adds. In critical infrastructure applications like public transportation and renewable energy, protecting technology from potential foreign interference has become an increasing priority. The company’s adherence to these standards, combined with technical expertise, has earned significant recognition.“In 2023, we were recognized at the White House by the president and by the Small Business Administration as Small Business of the Year for Florida,” Contreras proudly shares.“We were also named Supplier of the Year by Siemens, which was a really big deal.” These accolades show AmePower’s unique position in the market: small enough to qualify for small business programs yet sophisticated enough to supply major multinational corporations and government agencies with critical components.Their recognition by Siemens is particularly notable, as the 111 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 04 AMEPOWER
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