Certification process for private-sector entities.

CFR · 2024-01-01 · US · Title 7

(a) A private sector entity that applies for certification must identify, and provide supporting documentation, that it has the requisite professional and business licensure within the jurisdiction for which it seek certification, and that it employs at least one individual, authorized to act on its behalf that: (1) Has received certification on an individual basis in accordance with § 652.22; or (2) Seeks certification on an individual basis as part of the private-sector entity's certification and ensures that the requirements set forth in § 652.21(a) are contained within the private-sector entity's application to support such certification. (b) NRCS will determine pursuant to § 652.22 whether the individual(s) identified in the private-sector entity's application meets the certification standards set forth in § 652.21 for the specific services the entity wishes to provide. (c) NRCS will, within 60 days of receipt of an application, make a determination on the application submitted by an entity. If NRCS determines that all requirements for the private-sector entity and the identified individual(s) are met, NRCS will complete the actions described in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(3) of § 652.22. (d) The Certification Agreement entered into with the private-sector entity shall: (1) Identify the certified individuals who are authorized to perform technical services on behalf of and under the auspices of the entity's certification; (2) Require that the entity has, at all times,

official document · source cfr-2024 · id 7:§ 652.23