SOLE SOURCE MEMO DFT (SIGNED)_REDACTED.pdf

This is a Sole Source Memorandum issued by the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) for a dynamic friction tester procurement from Shima American Corporation. The equipment is designated for the Materials Division of MDOT and will be utilized to perform friction testing on all types of concrete and asphalt surfaces. The sole source justification indicates that this specific equipment represents the only practical solution available for the Materials Division's testing requirements, with no competitive alternatives meeting the technical specifications and operational needs of the department.

The memorandum establishes the procurement framework for acquiring this specialized equipment through a sole source purchase method, bypassing competitive bidding procedures. The justification for sole source procurement centers on the unique capabilities and technical specifications of the Shima American Corporation dynamic friction tester, which is deemed necessary for MDOT's materials testing operations. This procurement approach allows MDOT to acquire the required equipment efficiently while ensuring compatibility with existing testing protocols and infrastructure within the Materials Division.