Does it cost anything to specify a QP contractor?

Will using a certified contractor cost me more?

You may wonder if your bid prices will go up if you hire only certified
contractors. Remember that bid prices reflect the requirements of your
specifications and the level of quality that you, as the facility owner, intend to
achieve.

When you hire an SSPC certified contractor, you are hiring an experienced
contractor who has demonstrated competence in key project areas. This
increases the likelihood that your maintenance investment is sound and that
your protective coating project will be completed within specifications. As
a result, your asset can be protected and achieve its expected service life
without premature failure.

In addition, using certified contractors lowers the risk of safety and
environmental compliance violations that may tarnish your company’s image,
endanger your company and your clients, and result in legal expenses.

The costs of the certification quality programs are funded through fees paid
by contractors. As a facility owner, you will not be charged fees by SSPC for
recruiting or hiring certified contractors.