Contractor Accreditation
What is a QAP Accredited Contractor?
An ABAA Accredited Contractor is a construction professional or company recognized by the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) for meeting rigorous standards in the installation of air barrier systems. This accreditation signifies that the contractor is qualified to undertake projects requiring ABAA-specified air barrier installations and adheres to the association’s Quality Assurance Program (QAP).
Why Become a QAP Acrredited Contractor?
As an accredited contractor, you gain immediate access to articles, tips, informational webinars, and a host of other resources to help inform your industry knowledge, and your work. All of these benefits come in addition to being able to serve as part of a growing and diverse family of industry professionals who seek to raise the standard of building construction.
Upon becoming an accredited contractor, the ABAA will provide additional pathways for contractors to choose from, all of which make you, your business, and your work stand out from the competition. Some of these pathways include:
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- Accreditation and certification
- Highly technical in-depth training courses
- Exclusive access to our Quality Assurance Program bid board
Getting Started
What is a QAP Administrator?
A QAP Administrator is a designated individual responsible for overseeing compliance with the Air Barrier Association of America’s (ABAA) Quality Assurance Program on construction projects. Their training includes self-study on air barrier fundamentals, differences between materials and systems, building code requirements, on-site installation challenges, and installer testing. To earn this designation, individuals must pass a written exam with an average score of at least 80%.
How much will it cost?
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Member (Non-Member) |
Renewal Requirements | |
| QAP Accredited Contractor Licensing Fee* |
$700.00 ($700.00) |
Annual |
| QAP Administration Fees: | ||
| Study Manual |
$95.00 ($195.00) |
N/A |
| Online Exam Fee |
$100.00 ($100.00) |
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| Level 3 Certified Installer Fee Range | $1,095.00 – $1,995.00 | Annual |
| Total Investment Range | $1,990.00 – $2,990.00 | Annual |
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I calculate the bid price for a QAP specified job?
A: The following charges must be added to the ABAA Accredited Contractor bid price:
- Third-party field auditors must audit each project. The number of audits is based on the overall sq.ft. of the air barrier installed.
The flat fee for each audit is $2,000.00 - The Industry Development Fee (IDF) charge is $0.085 per sq.ft. of air barrier applied. This fee assists with funding the ABAA’s day-to-day management and marketing of the QAP program. Example IDF fee structure: 10,000 sq.ft. air barrier installed, IDF Fee: $850.
Why do I need to submit Job Bid and Awarded Notifications?
A: To ensure your continued success as a QAP accredited contractor and the overall program success, we need your help.
When preparing a bid on an ABAA QAP specified project you are required to submit a Job Bid Notification. This allows us to track projects vs. awarded projects.
Secondly when awarded a project you need to submit an Awarded Job Notification.
What happens when I lose a bid to a non-ABAA contractor
A: Immediately notify the ABAA offie and we will contact the Architect and General Contractor. Our QAP administration staff will follow up directly to ensure the job is awarded to an ABAA Accredited Contractor.
There are two options:
- The Architect insist the contract be awarded to an ABAA Accredited Contractor, as per the project specifications and fully complied with on the project.
- The Architect removes the requirement for the project to follow the ABAA QAP
ABAA will always work with the interested parties to ensure the ABAA Quality Assurance Program is not removed from the project master specifications.
