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Diamond Commendation Program

NATIONAL ASPHALT PAVEMENT ASSOC

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

August 15, 2026

116 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Diamond Commendation Program

Overview: The Diamond Commendation Program documents and recognizes the use of best practices for asphalt plant operations, terminal operations, asphalt production, and paving.

Status: Active. The 2026 application period runs April 1 - August 15, 2026.

Geographic Scope: United States and Canada

Focus Areas:

  • Asphalt plant operations and terminal operations

  • Asphalt production quality

  • Paving operations

  • Best practices in safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence

    • Eligibility:

  • All companies in the asphalt pavement industry in the United States and Canada are eligible to apply

  • Includes: asphalt mix producers, paving contractors, equipment manufacturers, material suppliers, equipment distributors, engineering firms, and consultants

    • Award Categories:
    1. Diamond Achievement Commendation - covers manufacturing plant and plant site operations (appearance, operations, environmental practices, safety, permitting/regulatory compliance, community relations)
    2. Diamond Achievement Sustainable Commendation - optional expanded level assessing social, economic, and environmental efforts and sustainability principles
    3. Diamond Terminal Commendation - covers terminal facility operations
    4. Diamond Quality Commendation - covers quality of material produced (quality management, RAP/aggregate handling, asphalt storage, drying/mixing, air quality, truck scales, silos, control rooms)
    5. Diamond Paving Commendation - designed for paving crews (supervisor/crew training, best practices, compliance)

    Benefits:

  • Enhanced worker safety

  • Differentiation from competition

  • Increased efficiencies and reduced expenses

  • Quality product production

  • Improved plant appearance

  • Enhanced community reputation

  • Increased trust among community, road owners, and employees

  • Improved employee morale

  • Access to Winner's Toolkit for promotion

    • Contact:

  • National Asphalt Pavement Association

  • 6406 Ivy Lane, Suite 350

  • Greenbelt, MD 20770-1441

  • 888-468-6499

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Application Period: April 1 - August 15 (annual)

    Steps:
    1. Log in to the NAPA website (use NAPA member credentials or create new login credentials)
    2. Access the online Diamond application portal
    3. Complete the self-assessment questionnaire for the desired commendation category
    4. Receive real-time running score showing if you meet Diamond standard before submission
    5. Submit completed application

    Application Materials:

  • Online self-assessment form specific to commendation type

  • Documentation of best practices in relevant operational areas

    • Resources Available:

  • Training videos explaining how to use the application platform

  • Previous winner lists (2020-2025) available for reference

  • Self-assessment helps companies benchmark against national standards and identify improvement areas

    • Submission:

  • Entirely online through NAPA portal

  • Must be logged in to access

  • Real-time feedback during completion

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