FL H0905

Creates section 334.179 prohibiting local governments from adopting standards or specifications for aggregate use that contradict Department of Transportation standards, with an exception for multicounty independent special districts created by special legislative act.

Amends section 336.044 to prohibit local governmental entities from adopting standards or specifications for reclaimed asphalt pavement material that contradict department standards, and clarifies such material is not considered solid waste.

Authorizes the Department of Transportation to establish a program for transportation projects demonstrating innovative techniques for measuring resiliency and structural integrity while controlling time and cost increases, with annual contract authority up to $120 million.

Requires contractors (instead of any person) desiring to bid on construction contracts over $250,000 to be certified by the department as qualified, and mandates contractors not qualified as of January 1, 2019 bidding on contracts over $50 million must have satisfactorily completed two projects each exceeding $15 million.

Increases maximum contractual claims subject to State Arbitration Board arbitration from $250,000 to $1 million per contract, and extends Alligator Alley toll revenue reimbursement for fire station operations through June 30, 2027 with a 10 percent local cost contribution.