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Test & Scope Assessment Standard

TSAS — Know Before You Test

A standardised pre-testing service that defines test scope, applicable standards and estimated costs — owned by the client, usable with any laboratory.

For Laboratories

Get paid for scope assessment work your specialists already do for free — regardless of who wins the testing contract.

For Clients

You own the TSAS Report. Take it to multiple laboratories, compare like-for-like quotes and negotiate from a position of knowledge.

Based on ISO 17025 §7.1

Extends the contract review requirement into a formal, documented and billable professional service.

How TSAS Works

One assessment. Multiple quotes. Full transparency.

1

Client Inquiry

Client contacts a TSAS-registered laboratory with a product testing request.

2

Scope Assessment

Technical specialist analyses applicable standards, scope and feasibility. Delivered in 1–3 business days. Fee agreed upfront.

3

TSAS Report

Client receives a standardised PDF report — scope, standards, feasibility and cost estimate. The client owns this document.

4

Compare Quotes

Client shares the TSAS Report with one or more LCAS-registered laboratories and requests competing test quotations.

5

Place Test Order

Client selects a laboratory and places the LCAS-based test order on the agreed scope — no rework, no surprises.

The Report Belongs to the Client

A TSAS Report is a standardised, portable document. Once produced, the client can use it to request quotes from any TSAS-registered laboratory — not just the one that carried out the assessment.

This means laboratories are paid fairly for their assessment work, and clients gain genuine negotiating power based on a clearly defined scope.

One scope, many quotes
All laboratories quote on the same standardised scope — making comparisons meaningful.
Lab earns from assessment
Revenue from the TSAS assessment is independent of who wins the test order.
Synergy with LCAS
TSAS defines what is tested. LCAS defines how much it costs. Together: full pricing transparency.

TSAS Report Template

A standardised six-section document. Free to download — ready to use.

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1

Product Identification

Product name, model, manufacturer, target markets, intended use and risk category.

2

Applicable Standards

List of EN/ISO/national standards and EU directives and regulations that apply.

3

Test Scope Definition

Table of test parameters, methods, standard clauses and mandatory/optional status.

4

Feasibility Assessment

Per-test breakdown: in-house, subcontracted, or not available — with subcontractor notes.

5

Cost & Timeline Estimate

Estimated total cost (± 20%), expected lead time and sample requirements.

6

Assessor Declaration

Assessor name, qualifications, lab accreditation number, signature, date and TSAS edition reference.

Ready to Offer TSAS?

Register your laboratory as a TSAS provider and start monetising your scope assessment work today.