Certification Institute for Research Quality
Accredited by: ANAB
The Certification Institute for Research Quality (CIRQ) is an organization dedicated to enhancing the quality and integrity of research practices. They provide certification programs that assess and validate the adherence to established research standards and methodologies. CIRQ aims to promote excellence in research by ensuring that certified entities meet rigorous quality benchmarks. Their services are applicable across various fields of research, supporting both organizations and individuals in achieving recognized quality standards.
1629 K Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20006, United States
Certification Scopes (2)
ISO/IEC 17065
Product certification bodies
ANSI National Accreditation Board
United States of America
The ANSI National Accreditation Board certifies that the Certification Institute for Research Quality, located in Washington DC, meets the ISO/IEC 17065:2012 standards for certifying products, processes, and services. The accreditation, valid until June 1, 2026, covers certification schemes in Market, Opinion, and Social Research, specifically in Sociology, Demography, and Trade, Commercial function, Marketing. Verification of the current scope of accreditation can be done at www.anab.org.
ISO/IEC 27001
Certification Body for Management Systems
ANSI National Accreditation Board
United States of America
The Certification Institute for Research Quality has been accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board under Accreditation ID CIRQ-MS-2562, confirming compliance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 standards for management systems certification. This accreditation, effective from April 21, 2021, covers Information Security Management Systems, including ISO/IEC 27001:2013 and ISO/IEC 27001:2022, with the current accreditation set to expire on April 21, 2026. The certificate also includes the IAF MLA Mark for applicable programs, valid as of April 27, 2021.



