Save the date for the 46th Annual Excellence in Concrete Awards on May 1, 2026 at the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel!
The Excellence In Concrete (EIC) Awards is a collaborative program between the Oregon Concrete & Aggregate Producers Association (OCAPA) and the Oregon Chapter of the American Concrete Institute (OACI) to recognize projects that use concrete extensively or with cutting-edge innovation. Each year, the EIC Committee works to categorize, judge, and present all the entries. This team effort culminates at the annual EIC Awards Banquet, where the owners, architects, engineers, concrete suppliers, contractors, and concrete finishers are given distinctive plaques.
Did You Build A Winner?
OCAPA is currently accepting submissions for the 46th Annual Excellence in Concrete Awards. These awards honor projects in Oregon and SW Washing that exemplify sustainability, innovation, and design in the concrete industry. By submitting your project, you help showcase the versatiliy, durability, and lasting impact of concrete in shaping our built environment.
Submissions must be sent by January 31, 2026. Entries send after January 31 will be held over to the next award cycle.
Submit A Project
Project Eligibility
- Projects incorporating concrete as a significant part of construction completed between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2025.
- Projects located anywhere in Oregon or nearby areas of Southwest Washington are eligible.
Who May Submit Projects?
- Anyone on the project team, including owners/developers, architects, engineers, general or concrete contractors, or contributors. There is no cost to enter projects thanks to generous industry sponsors.
Questions?
- Please contact OCAPA at (503) 588-2430 or sandy@ocapa.net if you have any questions.
Download the Technical Data Sheet PDF Download the Project Contributors Form PDF
Download the Project Narratives Form & Photographer's Release
Need more guidance? View an example winning submission here:
Call for Sponsorships
Sponsorships make this event possible and are a great way to show that your organization is committed to the industry’s prosperity and future! Becoming an EIC sponsor also increases your networking opportunities and promotes your organization to Oregon and SW Washington businesses.
THANK YOU TO OUR DIAMOND SPONSORS
THANK YOU TO OUR PLATINUM SPONSORS
Lifetime Achievement Award
Lifetime Achievement Award Nominations
The OCAPA/OACI Lifetime Achievement Award is awarded annually to a concrete industry professional distinguished by a career that demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, and achievement in support of concrete promotion or technical contributions and industry advancement.
Nominations for the Lifetime Achievement Award are currently open.
Nominees for this award must be from an OCAPA or OACI member company who are active, retired, or deceased. You can help one of these industry champions get deserved acknowledgment by nominating them for this prestigious award.
There is no restriction on who may offer a nomination for the Lifetime Achievement Award for Promotion or Technical contributions. Completing this form is not required, but a written submission is required. To ensure the most serious consideration, all nominations should include information similar to what is requested on the form.
In addition to your contact information, you must provide details about the nominee’s promotional or technical efforts over their career in some or all of the following performance categories. The EIC Committee may request additional information as needed.
2025 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
Kevin Richardson
Kevin Richardson’s name resonates throughout Oregon’s industry; a testament to his significant contributions and the deep personal connections he forged over a distinguished career. From July 10 , 1989 until his retirement in 2019, Kevin’s passion for the field was palpable to all who had the pleasure of working alongside him. Ever the dedicated professional, he consistently answered the call; offering his expertise and support in any way he could.
His commitment extended significantly to the Oregon Concrete and Aggregate Producers Association (OCAPA), where he dedicated 21 years of service. Within the association, Kevin cultivated numerous lifelong friendships, a reflection of his genuine and engaging personality. He actively contributed to the Promotions Committee and lent his leardership to the Excellence in Concrete Committee; always present with a ready smile and infectious laughter to offer assistance and camaraderie.
Over his remarkable 30-year tenure, Kevin Richardson left an indelible mark onsustainability and accessibility within Oregon’s industry. His proactive initiatives andcollaborative spirit have created a lasting legacy, and his contributions willundoubtedly continue to shape the landscape for many years to come.
Congratulations to the 2025 Excellence in Concrete Awards Winners!
Bridge
US 101 Yaquina Bay Bridge
Decorative
Burl Swirl Wall Tiles
Education
Mountain View High School
High-Rise Structures
The Press Blocks
Infrastructure
WA Park Reservoir
Low-Rise Commercial
South Eugene YMCA
Low-Rise Industrial
Rogue Credit Union Community Complex
Mid-Rise
Ilani Casino Resort
Paving & Flatwork
The Labyrinth
Repair & Restoration
Benson Polytechnic HS Modernization
Residential — Single Family
Powhatan Mid-Century
