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requirements may not apply to all materials . Use only materials in the work that meet the requirements of these Specifications . The Engineer may inspect and test any material , at points of production , distribution and use . 6 - 1 . 2 Sampling and Testing : Use the Department ' s current sample identification and tracking system to provide related information and attach the information to each sample . Restore immediately any site from which material has been removed for sampling purposes to the pre- sampled condition with materials and construction methods used in the initial construction, at no additional cost to the Department . Ensure when a material is delivered to the location as described in the Contract Documents , there is enough material delivered to take samples , at no expense to the Department . 64 . 2 . 1 Pretest by Manufacturers : Submit certified manufacturer ' s test results to the Engineer for qualification and use on Department projects . Testing will be as specified in the Contract Documents . The Department may require that manufacturers submit samples of materials for independent verification purposes . 6 - 1 . 2 . 2 Point of Production Test : Test the material during production as specified in the Contract Documents , 6- 1 . 2 . 3 Point of Distribution Test : Test the material at Distribution facilities as specified in the Contract Documents , 6 - 1 . 2 . 4 Point of Use Test : Test the material immediately following placement as specified in the Specifications . After delivery to the project, the Department may require the retesting of materials that have been tested and accepted at the source of supply, or may require the testing of materials that are to be accepted by Producer Certification . The Department may reject all materials that, when retested, do not meet the requirements of these Specifications . 6 - 1 . 3 Certification : 64 . 3 . 1 Producer Certification : Provide complete certifications for materials as required . Furnish to the Engineer for approval , Producer Certifications for all products listed on the Qualified Products List and when required by the applicable material Specification( s) . Do not incorporate any manufactured products or materials into the project without approval from the Engineer. Materials will not be considered for payment when not accompanied by Producer Certification . Producers may obtain sample certification forms through the Department ' s website . Ensure that the certification is provided on the producer ' s letterhead and is signed by a legally responsible person from the producer and notarized . 6 - 1 . 3 . 1 . 1 Qualified Products List : The Product Evaluation Section in the State Specifications and Estimates Office publishes and maintains a Qualified Products List. This list provides assurance to Contractors , consultants , designers , and Department personnel that specific products and materials are approved for use on Department facilities . The Department will limit the Contractor ' s use of products and materials that require pre - approval to items listed on the Qualified Products List effective at the time of placement . Manufacturers seeking evaluation in accordance with Departmental procedures of an item must submit a Product Evaluation Application , available on the Department ' s website www2 . dot . state . fl . us/specificationsestimates/productevaluation/gpl/submittalprocess . aspx with supporting documentation as defined and detailed by the applicable Specifications and Standards . This may include certified test reports from an independent test laboratory, certification that the material meets all applicable specifications , signed and sealed drawings and calculations , quality control plans , samples , infrared scans , or other technical data . - 8 - FPID ( S ) : 423186 - 1 - 58 - 01