Materials Testing (Re-Bid)

The City of Wheaton, Illinois is soliciting qualified material testing firms to provide hot‑mix asphalt (HMA) and Portland cement concrete (PCC) testing services for Motor Fuel Tax and locally funded projects. The contract is a one‑year base term (renewable up to three additional one‑year extensions) with an expected annual spend of $50‑$100 K. Vendors must have at least five years of experience and be approved by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). Scope includes field inspection, laboratory analysis, traffic control, geotechnical drilling, and QA/QC reporting per IDOT, ASTM, and AASHTO standards. Bids must include required forms, bond, insurance, and certifications, and be submitted by September 4, 2026. • Minimum 5 years material‑testing experience; IDOT‑qualified • Field inspection (PCC/HMA QA, compaction, mix design, traffic control) • Laboratory testing (gradations, moisture, density, strength, etc.) • Geotechnical drilling and coring services • QA/QC management and reporting to IDOT and City • Annual contract value $50‑$100 K; 1‑year term with up‑to‑3‑year extensions • Submission deadline: 9/4/2026 11:00 AM CST; questions due 8/28/2026 11:00 AM CST • Required: 10 % bid bond, insurance, certifications, and required procurement forms.