Synopsis for Mobile Concrete Technology Center (MCTC) Program

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to procure services for the Mobile Concrete Technology Center (MCTC) Program. This solicitation will be released on SAM.gov in February 2025 and is designated as a Competitive 8(a) small business set-aside opportunity. The contract will utilize Firm-Fixed Price and/or Time and Material/Labor Hour contract types, with a planned 60-month performance period. The procurement falls under NAICS code 541380 for Testing Laboratories and will support the FHWA's technical assistance and technology deployment initiatives in concrete pavement technologies. The opportunity is specifically designed to support the MCTC Program's comprehensive efforts to advance concrete materials research and implementation.

Contractors interested in this opportunity must demonstrate strong capabilities in technical assistance, communications, and experience working with transportation agencies and paving contractors. The MCTC Program requires a contractor team capable of conducting extensive field site visits using mobile laboratory trailers, delivering customized training workshops, and managing an equipment loan program. Key program activities include full two-week site visits with complete mobile laboratory setups, mini one-week visits with portable equipment, specification reviews, Technology Tours, and University Technology Days. Eligible contractors must be certified 8(a) small businesses with expertise in testing laboratories and professional engineering support services. The solicitation will focus on contractors who can produce technical information materials across various media formats and provide comprehensive support for demonstrating and deploying innovative concrete pavement technologies, materials testing, and design methods. The proposal submission deadline is March 5, 2025, offering potential contractors a window to prepare their detailed responses to the FHWA's requirements.