What is NOT a statutory exemption under the Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act for contracts exceeding $15,000?

The Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act is designed to ensure that contractors comply with specific labor standards when performing contracts with the government exceeding $15,000. However, certain types of items or circumstances are exempt from this Act.

The option indicating "items not produced in compliance with labor laws" is not a statutory exemption because the Act is focused on ensuring compliance in the first place. It does not exempt non-compliant products; instead, it mandates compliance. Any item that has not been produced in compliance with labor standards would fall under scrutiny rather than being exempt from the requirements.

On the other hand, items manufactured outside of the U.S., commercial items, and perishable agricultural products are recognized exemptions under the Act. This means that contracts for these categories can bypass the labor standards set by the Walsh-Healey Act. Understanding these exemptions is crucial for compliance and contract management to ensure that all terms of government contracts are fully met.