Common use of Test Samples Clause in Contracts

Test Samples. 6.5.1 The Project Manager may require any or all materials to be tested by means of samples or otherwise. Contractor shall collect and forward samples requested by the Project Manager. Contractor shall not use or incorporate any material represented by the samples until all required tests have been made and the material has been accepted. In all cases, the Contractor shall furnish the required samples without charge. Where samples are required from the completed work, the Contractor shall cut and furnish samples from the completed work. Samples so removed shall be replaced with identical material and refinished. No additional compensation will be allowed for furnishing test samples and their replacement with new materials. 6.5.2 Tests of the material samples will be made in accordance with the latest standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), as amended prior to the contract date unless otherwise provided. In cases where a particular test method is necessary or specifications and serial numbers are stipulated, the test shall be made by the method stated in the above-mentioned publication. Where the test reference is the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), it means the specifications and serial numbers of the latest edition and amendments prior to the bid date. 6.5.3 The Project Manager may, at no extra cost to the Department retest any materials which have been tested and accepted at the source of supply after the same has been delivered to the work site. The Project Manager shall reject all materials which, when retested, do not meet the requirements of the Contract.