Specifications include, but are not limited to: The patching material shall be composed of a mineral aggregate, plant-mixed with liquid asphalt and chemical additives from the suppliers of the proprietary mixtures. The bituminous material shall be capable of coating wet aggregates without: stripping; freezing; provide satisfactory workability, cohesion and adhesion characteristics; and shall be available in various grades so that one such grade will enable a stockpile to remain cohesive, pliable and workable at a temperature of 5 F through 100 F. The patching material shall be applied without specialized equipment and shall be capable of maintaining adhesive qualities in patched areas, which are damp or wet at time of application, and also after remaining in an uncovered stockpile for up to 12 months.