BBR Maintenance Calibration Service Plan

Background

The West Virginia Department of Transportation, specifically the Division of Highways, is seeking to procure a maintenance calibration service plan for the Bending Beam Rheometer (BBR) used in their Asphalt Lab. This procurement is classified as a sole source determination under West Virginia Code 5A-3-10C, indicating that the service can only be provided by the manufacturer, Cannon Instrument Company, due to proprietary requirements and accreditation needs.

Work Details

The contract involves providing an up-to-date calibration service for the Bending Beam Rheometer (BBR), which is essential for testing PG binders as per WVDOH Materials Procedure MP 401.02.25. The service must ensure that the equipment is calibrated at least three times during each paving season to maintain compliance with AASHTO resource requirements and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) accreditation standards. The total cost for this service is $5,214.00.

Period of Performance

The performance period for this contract is expected to be completed within six months from the date of award.

Place of Performance

The services will be performed at the West Virginia Division of Highways, located at 190 Dry Branch Drive, Charleston, WV 25306.

Bidder Requirements

The vendor must be Cannon Instrument Company as they are the sole source provider for the BBR calibration services. No other vendors are permitted to provide these services due to proprietary restrictions.