AASHTO re:source

What AASHTO re:source does

AASHTO re:source is a U.S.-based, nonprofit division of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), headquartered in Frederick, Maryland, and founded in 1966 (originally as the AASHTO Materials Reference Laboratory, rebranded to AASHTO re:source in August 2016). The organization is the largest accrediting body in the construction materials testing industry, operating three core programs: the AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP) for formal recognition of laboratory competence under ISO/IEC 17025; the Laboratory Assessment Program (LAP), which conducts on-site and remote audits of materials testing laboratories; and the Proficiency Sample Program (PSP), the largest construction materials proficiency sample program in the world, shipping 23,000+ samples per year to approximately 3,000 participating laboratories. Supporting products include the Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) operator certification program, Specifier Tools for oversight, re:University (an educational platform with newsletters, webinars, podcasts, and the annual Technical Exchange conference), Remote Assessments, and the recently launched DSA Special Inspection Program (SIP) for California structural testing labs.

The underlying technology stack combines standardized assessment protocols, proficiency sample logistics (FedEx-distributed), an online customer portal for registration and data submission, and a content publishing platform. A2LA and ISO/IEC 17043 accreditations underpin internal program credibility. AASHTO re:source generates revenue through three pricing models: subscription annual fees for AAP (base $550, capped at $2,300) and PSP (varies by sample enrollment), professional services time-based pricing for LAP ($780 base plus $1,295 per assessor half-day), and ancillary examination/extension fees. Distribution is direct via website, phone, email, and field assessors; there are no third-party resellers. The organization serves a highly diversified customer base of state DOTs (e.g., California, Florida, New Hampshire), commercial testing laboratories (Atlantic Testing Laboratories, Bowser-Morner), universities, federal agencies, and international participants, with operating geographies spanning the U.S., Canada, Belgium, and Guam.

Name

AASHTO re:source

Legal name

American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)

Website

https://aashtoresource.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

AASHTO re:source is the nonprofit accreditation arm of AASHTO, providing laboratory accreditation, on-site/remote assessments, and proficiency sample testing for the construction materials industry, serving 2,100+ accredited labs and approximately 3,000 proficiency sample participants globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Materials Testing Accreditation

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Laboratory Quality Systems, Accreditation & Proficiency Testing Programs (HLAJAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Quality Assurance/Quality Control & Accreditation (QA plans, proficiency testing, ISO/IEC 17025) (EUANAJAK), Accreditation Support for ISO/IEC 17025 & PT Participation Compliance (Food Labs) (AFALAKAK)

Keywords

• Construction materials testing
• Laboratory accreditation
• Proficiency sample testing
• ISO/IEC 17025 compliance
• Quality management assessment

Headquarters

HQ city

Frederick

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Laboratory Assessment Fees: Time-based fees for on-site laboratory assessments including a base fee of $780 plus $1,295 per half-day per assessor. Covers administrative costs, scheduling, travel, report review, and on-site assessment activities.
2. AASHTO Accreditation Program Fees: Annual base fee of $550, with total annual administrative fees capped at $2,300. New application fee of $550 applied to first annual invoice. Covers accreditation administration, quality review, and certificate maintenance.
3. Proficiency Sample Program Fees: Fees for enrollment in proficiency sample programs including various sample types (asphalt mixtures, aggregates, soils, concrete, etc.). Laboratories pay annual invoices for sample participation.
4. Examination and Review Fees: $100 per standard method exam for review of laboratory-prepared internal examinations. $550 temporary laboratory accreditation extension fee plus $25 per standard.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

AASHTO re:source provides laboratory accreditation, on-site and remote laboratory assessments, and a global proficiency sample testing program for construction materials testing laboratories. Its offerings are built on ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/IEC 17043 standards and serve state DOTs, commercial laboratories, universities, and government research facilities through structured enrollment, assessment, and accreditation cycles.

Product overview

AASHTO re:source is a unified quality management and laboratory accreditation platform for the construction materials testing industry. The core portfolio consists of the AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP), Laboratory Assessment Program (LAP), and Proficiency Sample Program (PSP) — the largest such sample program in the world serving approximately 3,000 laboratories. These are supported by the Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) Program for operator certification, Specifier Tools for oversight, and re:University for continuing education including webinars, newsletters, and the annual Technical Exchange conference. The platform also offers Remote Assessments and the DSA Special Inspection Program (SIP) for California DSA requirements. The organization has over 60 years of experience, 2,100+ accredited labs, ships 23,000+ samples per year, and conducts 1,000+ laboratory assessments annually.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP) Formal recognition of laboratory competency to perform specific tests on construction materials, based on conformance to ISO/IEC 17025. Recognized as the gold standard for laboratory accreditation in the construction industry, with over 1,800 testing laboratories formally recognized and 2,100+ labs currently accredited.
• Laboratory Assessment Program (LAP) On-site and remote assessments of materials testing laboratories that perform tests of materials used for building construction and the preservation of roads and bridges. Conducts 1,000+ assessments annually and evaluates test methods, equipment, quality management systems, and technician competency.
• Proficiency Sample Program (PSP) The largest construction materials proficiency sample program in the world, serving approximately 3,000 testing laboratories. Samples distributed to federal, state, independent, commercial, and research testing laboratories. ISO/IEC 17043 accredited for proficiency testing activities.
• Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) Program Certification program for Falling Weight Deflectometer operators, with operator listings, scheduling, program documents, and calibration services for pavement evaluation equipment.
• re:University Educational platform providing document library, newsletters, podcasts, video gallery, and social resources for laboratory professionals. Includes the annual AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange conference.
• Remote Assessments Remote laboratory assessment option allowing evaluations to be completed without on-site visits. Resumed remote-only option during COVID-19 and subsequently continued for customers outside the United States and for supplemental assessments.
• DSA Special Inspection Program (SIP) On-site and remote evaluation program for laboratories providing special inspection and structural testing services to California's Division of the State Architect (DSA), developed in collaboration with DSA to meet Laboratory Evaluation and Acceptance (LEA) requirements.
• Specifier Tools Tools for specifiers to view laboratory accreditation status and manage laboratories under their supervision.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,800 testing laboratories formally recognized for competence through AASHTO Accreditation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Engineering Workforce ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 February 2026AASHTO and its National Operations Center of Excellence have joined the Engineering Workforce Consortium, a collaborative initiative led by ACEC, APWA, and ASCE. The consortium brings together 20 professional societies, trade associations, and academic institutions to address critical workforce shortages in engineering and public works sectors. The goal is to attract next-generation engineering talent, retain existing workforce, and advocate for industry sustainability.
• CCRL (Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCRL is a related organization that conducts laboratory inspections and proficiency sample programs for cement and concrete testing. AASHTO re:source coordinates with CCRL for laboratories seeking accreditation in concrete, cement, masonry, and rebar testing. CCRL conducts separate on-site assessments on approximately 36-month tour cycles.
• ACEC (American Council of Engineering Companies)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization leading the Engineering Workforce Consortium, representing engineering companies and advocating for the engineering profession
• APWA (American Public Works Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization leading the Engineering Workforce Consortium, serving public works professionals across federal, state, and local governments
• ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization leading the Engineering Workforce Consortium, representing civil engineers and advocating for infrastructure and engineering excellence
• California Division of the State Architect (DSA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to develop the Special Inspection Program (SIP) for laboratories seeking to meet DSA's Laboratory Evaluation and Acceptance (LEA) program requirements for special inspection and structural testing services in California
• FHWA (Federal Highway Administration)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with FHWA and Harpers Enterprise to create customized training for state engineers as part of AASHTO re:source's industry support activities

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• ASTM International: ASTM International is the parent ecosystem for CCRL and the primary developer of the material testing standards (ASTM C, D series) that AASHTO re:source evaluates laboratories against. It is adjacent/ecosystem rather than direct competition — AASHTO re:source accredits labs that test to ASTM standards, and CCRL operates under ASTM.
• International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC): ILAC is the global umbrella organization that facilitates mutual recognition of accredited test results across national accreditation bodies. It is an ecosystem/standards participant that AASHTO re:source interacts with through A2LA membership and that governs mutual recognition arrangements relevant to international PSP participants.

Broad incumbents

• American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA): A2LA is a broad laboratory accreditation body offering ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation across many industries. A2LA actually accredits AASHTO re:source itself (Lab PID: 86DB0E8E-7B2C-4A04-944E-8459078EE714), making it both a regulator/oversight body and a competing accreditation provider for construction materials testing labs that prefer general-purpose accreditation.
• National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP): NVLAP is a NIST-operated government laboratory accreditation program that provides accreditation for testing and calibration laboratories, including construction-related scopes. It serves as a public-sector alternative to AASHTO re:source's accreditation for labs seeking federally-recognized credentials.
• ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB): ANAB is a major multi-disciplinary accreditation body covering testing laboratories, calibration, inspection bodies, and reference material producers under ISO/IEC 17025, 17020, 17034, and 17043. It is a broad incumbent competing for the same accreditation wallet share, particularly for construction materials testing labs seeking ISO-aligned credentials.

Direct peers

• Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation (PJLA): PJLA is a private-sector laboratory accreditation body offering ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation across multiple industries including construction materials. It is a direct peer competing for the same customer base of materials testing laboratories seeking accreditation credentials.
• Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL): CCRL is a directly comparable peer operating within the same construction materials testing accreditation ecosystem. It conducts laboratory inspections and proficiency sample programs for cement and concrete testing on ~36-month tour cycles, and AASHTO re:source explicitly coordinates with CCRL for laboratories seeking concrete/cement/masonry/rebar accreditation.
• International Accreditation Service (IAS): IAS provides accreditation for testing laboratories, inspection agencies, and certification bodies, with particular focus on building codes and construction. It is an ICC-affiliated competitor targeting overlapping construction industry customers and is one of the bodies AASHTO re:source competes against for construction-related accreditation mandates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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