Sustainable Cementitious Binder Materials Supply

The contract involves the supply of industrial waste materials and natural pozzolans to support the production of low-carbon cementitious binders designed to replace up to 90 percent of traditional Portland cement in concrete applications. These materials are critical for reducing the carbon footprint of construction projects by enabling the development of sustainable alternatives with equivalent or superior performance characteristics. The materials will be delivered to a designated place of performance in San Leandro, California, with the specific logistics and quality standards aligned to ensure compatibility with proprietary binder formulations and regulatory compliance for low-emission construction. This is a subcontract issued under the Energy Commission’s broader initiative to advance clean materials in infrastructure, utilizing NAICS code 423320 for wholesale trade of construction materials. The solicitation, posted on July 7, 2026, emphasizes environmental sustainability, technological innovation, and the integration of waste streams into high-value industrial applications. While no set-aside or procurement preferences are specified, the focus remains on securing reliable, scalable, and consistent material supply chains that meet stringent technical requirements for durability, chemical reactivity, and environmental safety in end-use concrete products.