The Bulgarian Accreditation Service (BAS) is Bulgaria’s national accreditation body, responsible for accrediting organizations involved in testing, calibration, certification, and inspection services. Established in 2000, BAS operates under the Ministry of Economy. Its primary mission is to ensure that conformity assessment bodies in Bulgaria meet international standards of competence and reliability, thereby enhancing the quality, safety, and efficiency of products and services across various industries.

BAS collaborates with national and international organizations to uphold high standards of accreditation. It is a full member of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF). Through these memberships, BAS participates in mutual recognition arrangements that facilitate the global acceptance of test and calibration results, certifications, and inspection reports issued by accredited Bulgarian bodies. These international partnerships help reduce technical barriers to trade and enhance the global competitiveness of Bulgarian products and services.

To maintain its leadership in accreditation, BAS continuously updates its accreditation criteria and processes to align with international best practices. It provides essential services, including the accreditation of laboratories, certification bodies, and inspection agencies. By ensuring the quality and reliability of these services, BAS supports regulatory compliance, consumer protection, and industrial innovation. For more detailed information about BAS’s initiatives and impact, please visit their official website.