PCS VVB Application Form_v1.0

Document Control

• Document code: PCS-VVB-Application

• Title: Validation & Verification Body (VVB) Application Form

• Scope: Intake form used by entities seeking accreditation/recognition as a VVB under PCS, capturing applicant identity, accreditation basis, organizational structure, personnel competence, experience, declarations, and PCS decision fields.

• Outcome: Standardizes VVB application submissions and supports consistent PCS review, approval, and registry traceability.

Version history and change log

Table DC-1. Revision history

Version	Date	Status	Summary of changes	Prepared by	Approved by
v1.0	TBD	Draft	Release for public consultation	PCS	TBD

Superseded versions

No superseded versions for v1.0.

Governance note on versioning and archiving

Only the latest approved version of this form shall be used. Superseded versions shall be archived and retained for traceability and audit purposes. Printed or downloaded copies are uncontrolled; the PCS published version is the authoritative current version.

Purpose

This form shall be used by entities seeking accreditation or recognition as a Validation and Verification Body (VVB) under the Planetary Carbon Standard (PCS). It consolidates the UNFCCC/ISO and MOU Track application processes into one universal PCS format.

Section A – Applicant Identification

Legal Name of Applicant Organization
Registered Address
Country of Incorporation
Official Contact Person
Email / Phone
PCS Registry Applicant ID (if assigned)

Section B – Accreditation Basis

Select the relevant accreditation track and provide supporting information. Attach official accreditation certificates and quality management documentation as applicable.

Accreditation Track	☑ UNFCCC / ISO ☐ MOU Track
Accreditation / Certification Standard	☐ ISO 14065 ☐ ISO 17029 ☐ Other: ___________
Issuing Authority / Accreditation Body
Accreditation Validity Period
Geographical Scope / Regional Coverage

Section C – Organizational Structure and Personnel

Provide an overview of the organization’s structure, management system, and qualified personnel relevant to validation and verification services under PCS.

Number of Employees
Key Technical Staff / Lead Auditors
Internal Quality Control Procedures
Confidentiality and Impartiality Arrangements

Section D – Validation and Verification Experience

List recent or ongoing projects validated or verified by the applicant organization, indicating project name, standard used, sectoral scope, and host country. Attach additional sheets if necessary.

Project Name	Standard / Scheme	Sector / Scope	Host Country

Section E – Declaration and Commitment

By signing below, the applicant confirms that all information provided is true and accurate to the best of their knowledge, and commits to the following obligations as a PCS-accredited or recognized VVB:

1

Maintain impartiality and independence

Maintain impartiality and independence in all validation and verification activities.

2

Adhere to PCS Code of Conduct

Adhere to the PCS Code of Conduct and all applicable accreditation requirements.

3

Ensure personnel competence and conflict-of-interest management

Ensure that all personnel involved in PCS assignments are technically competent and free from conflict of interest.

4

Notify PCS of changes

Notify PCS Secretariat immediately of any changes in accreditation status or organizational structure.

5

Permit oversight reviews or audits

Permit PCS Secretariat or its designated representatives to conduct oversight reviews or audits as required.

Section F – PCS Secretariat Use Only

Application Received On
Reviewed By
Decision	☑ Approved ☐ Rejected ☐ Pending Additional Information
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