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This Government Contract opportunity from Illinois was posted on September 14, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Materials Testing & Quality Assurance

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State & Local

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NAICS: 541380
New
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Campus Consulting – Construction Materials Testing And Special Inspection Services
Solicitation # RFP2026-08AM
California State University, Chico is soliciting proposals under RFP2026-08AM for a non-exclusive Task Order Service Agreement to provide special inspection and materials testing services. The selected service provider will supply certified staff, including ICBO Certified Special Inspectors and AWS/SNT Certified Welding Inspectors, to support contractors on an as-needed basis. All work must comply with the 2025 California Building Code and relevant ASTM, ICBO, and ANSI standards. The contract has an initial term of two years, with the option to renew for two additional two-year terms. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM and must be submitted electronically to Amber Marquis. Evaluation criteria include a standard fee schedule, firm experience, staffing resumes, project history regarding scale and average cost, and specific experience with California State University institutions. Awarded providers must register with the Department of Industrial Relations for prevailing wage compliance and maintain comprehensive general liability insurance with a 4 million dollar general aggregate. Additionally, the contract requires that all work be performed within the United States and prohibits the provider from advising the university on public contracting. Payments will be processed monthly in arrears using the CSU invoice format.
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in 9 days

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This subcontract for Materials Testing and Quality Assurance involves providing technical testing of construction materials for prime contractors working on Metra bridge projects in Illinois. The selected provider will be responsible for collecting samples and conducting laboratory testing on soil, steel, and concrete in strict accordance with Metra's Quality Management Program and AASHTO/ASTM standards. To fulfill these requirements, the contractor must possess certified laboratory facilities and the necessary equipment for soil compaction testing. The primary deliverables for this engagement include the submission of quality assurance documentation and certified material test reports. Interested parties should note that the solicitation was posted on September 14, 2026, with a response deadline of October 15, 2026. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 541380 and is managed through the Metra procurement system.

General Info

Materials testing and quality assurance for Metra bridge projects in Illinois.

Place of Performance

IL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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This scope was carved out of 216440.

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Construction Management Services for Replacement of Bridge 16.32 over Stony Creek & Rehabilitation of Bridge 275 over 96th Avenue

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AgencyIllinois → Metra
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Organization / AgencyIllinois → Metra
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Performs technical testing of construction materials for prime contractors on Metra bridge projects. Collects samples and performs laboratory testing on concrete, steel, and soil per AASHTO/ASTM standards and Metra's Quality Management Program. Requires certified laboratory facilities and soil compaction testing equipment. Delivers certified material test reports and QA documentation.

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