Bituminous Concrete Asphalt Mixtures (2026 VPP)

This contract vehicle provides bituminous concrete asphalt mixtures for preventive maintenance and pavement rehabilitation activities on New York State highways and bridges. Procurable materials include plant-mixed asphalt in various nominal maximum sizes (6.3mm to 25.0mm) configured as truing and leveling courses, shim courses, top courses, and binder courses, with multiple compaction levels and fiber options. The contract accommodates diverse pavement specifications across 114 NYSDOT-specific projects, with resurfacing depths ranging from 0.5 to 3 inches and travel lane widths between 22 and 55 feet. Asphalt mixtures are designed using SUPERPAVE criteria with Performance Grade binders specified as PG 64V-22, PG 64S-22, PG 64E-22, or PG 64H-22, dependent on regional and traffic requirements. The scope extends to associated work including non-tracking tack coat application, work zone traffic control, temporary pavement markings, and miscellaneous asphalt patching materials. All materials are furnished, delivered, and installed with labor and equipment provided by contractors under state supervision.

The New York State Office of General Services Procurement Services issued this contract for the NYSDOT across all 11 NYSDOT administrative regions throughout New York State. Award #23433 is held by 23 prime contractors, including Amherst Paving Inc., Barrett Paving Materials Inc., Broome Bituminous Products Inc., Callanan Industries Inc., Occhino Corp., Suit-Kote Corporation, and Heidelberg Materials Northeast LLC, among others. The contract period extends from May 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, with funding provided through federal and state sources. The anticipated annual dollar value is approximately $181,000,000 based on historical purchases. Pricing is quoted net per ton with monthly price adjustments based on fluctuations in PG 64S-22 binder costs (minimum $0.10 per ton threshold), regional quality adjustment factors ranging from $90 to $150 per quality unit, and a February 2026 base asphalt price of $638.00 per ton. The State reserves the right to extend the contract for up to two additional years and to terminate upon ten business days' notice if pricing structures become economically unworkable.