CCRL Proficiency Samples

The Florida Department of Transportation, State Materials Office, is issuing a notice of intended single-source procurement for Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL) proficiency samples, with vendor information due by 5:00 p.m. EST on November 24, 2026. CMEC, Inc. is the known vendor, and the Department will award only if it determines in writing that CMEC is the sole available source. Other vendors may submit information to demonstrate alternative sourcing capability.

The Department seeks 173 concrete samples and 467 hot mix asphalt samples to evaluate the performance of qualified sampling and testing personnel in its acceptance program. The samples must comply with ASTM, Florida Method (FM), and AASHTO standards and procedures. The justification rests on CMEC's AASHTO CCRL accreditation and ASTM-aligned capability. The Physical Structures Lab at the State Materials Office holds CCRL certification, and its accrediting agency requires participation in the CCRL proficiency sample test program, so compliance with those specific standards is mandatory.

The estimated procurement amount is $51,200.00. Following review of vendor submissions, the Department will post its final single-source decision on the Vendor Information Portal under section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes. The posting remains active for at least 15 business days after November 2, 2026.

Submissions go to Jocelyn Moore at CO.Purch@dot.state.fl.us or 605 Suwannee Street, MS 20, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0450. The notice is tagged to Leon County, Florida, and includes one attached Notice of Intended Single Source Purchase (Form PUR 7776).