The ACI Foundation is administering a request for proposal on behalf of ACI’s Innovation Task Group 93-12 – Code Requirements for Construction of Additively Constructed Walls (ITG-12). ACI has formed Innovation Task Group 93‐12 ITG‐12 (ITG‐12). They formed this to develop code requirements, design, and prescriptive provisions for additively constructed above‐grade concrete walls for residential structures for incorporation into ACI 332 and the International Residential Code (IRC).
There are currently no published code requirements for the public sector on the design and construction of mortar-based or concrete structural components produced using additive construction (i.e., 3D printing). The mission of ITG-12 is to expedite the development of minimum Code Requirements for Additively Constructed Concrete Walls for Residential Structures for incorporation into ACI 332 Residential Concrete Work.
The ITG‐12 task group is seeking proposals from qualified firms. These proposals are to create design and prescriptive code provisions that current building codes will adopt to meet design requirements for strength, serviceability, and also durability requirements.
The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) will manage the Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The awardee will be required to execute a contract with the ACI Foundation that details milestone deliverables tied to payments. The project timeline will determine the terms.
The RFP is currently open and will close on March 5, 2024. For further information and submission requirements visit acifoundation.org or contact Tricia G. Ladely, Assistant Director, ACI Foundation, at [email protected] or 724.601.3075.
About the ACI Foundation
The ACI Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The group supports a wide range of both research and educational initiatives that contribute to keeping the concrete industry at the forefront of technological advances in material composition, design, and construction. Additionally, the group engages with industry partners, invest in students and research, share knowledge, and provide programs to encourage innovation and new technology. The American Concrete Institute established the ACI Foundation in 1989 to promote progress, innovation, and also collaboration in the industry.
