SB 535 - This act requires each state department, in the course of the procurement of concrete, to give consideration and preference to the procurement of a concrete mix design that: · Consists of type 1L cement or an ASTM C595 blended cement with slag cement, fly ash, or natural pozzolan;
· Meets specifications set by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials; and
· Meets or exceeds any other engineering performance standards set by the Office of Administration (OA).
The act requires OA to adopt regulations to implement this act, including regulations that establish guidelines to assist departments in determining which contracts are subject to the requirements of this act. Such guidelines shall be published on the OA website. OA is additionally required to adopt regulations to provide for the monitoring of the implementation of this act.
SCOTT SVAGERA