The AQC program requires an annual recertification. This is an abridged version of the full application, verifying your company is maintaining all of the core criteria.

Before you begin, verify your company qualifies for recertification:

• Are you an ABC contractor member? If no, do not continue.
• Have you achieved STEP Gold, Diamond or Platinum in the CURRENT year? If no, do not continue.
• Was your company an approved AQC member in 2024? OR, was your company an AQC member in 2023, but had a STEP level below Gold in 2024? If no to both, you must apply as a New Applicant.

Once you create an account and log-in, click the "start here" button. You will then complete the company information and payment. Be sure to select "recertification" from the dropdown menu when asked for your application type. Once you provide the initial company information, select “Checkout.” Note that payment must be made via credit card. Once payment is provided, you will gain access to the full recertification form. In order to get the early-bird pricing, all recertifying members must submit the required documentation and payment no later than Friday, Aug. 29, 2025.

Note: if your company's AQC recertification form is not completed by the above deadline, the price increases to $325. No applications will be accepted after Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. If you have any questions, email aqc@abc.org.