Extend your competitive advantage with NATO AQAP 2110 certification

BM Certification offers NATO AQAP 2110 (NATO Quality Assurance Requirements for design, development and production requirements) certification services, an essential certification for organizations involved in defense contracting and related industries.

What is NATO AQAP 2110?

NATO AQAP 2110 is part of NATO’s Quality Assurance Requirements (QAR) and specifies the quality management requirements for suppliers of defense-related products and services. Certification in accordance with NATO AQAP 2110 ensures that certificate holders have a transparent and controlled system in place for managing quality, traceability, and compliance, as well as this system is third party verified.

It is important to emphasize that AQAP 2110 can only be certified in conjunction with ISO 9001, which forms the foundation of the quality management system (QMS).

Who Needs NATO AQAP 2110 Certification?

Governmental and/or NATO Organizations may require compliance with the requirements of this standard, when enter a contractual relationship with any supplier, defining the product, services and quality requirements.

That is why AQAP 2110 in combination with ISO 9001 can become decisive for any organization involved in the defense supply chain, like manufacturers, assemblers, or providers support services:

• Aerospace industry producers, like original equipment manufactures, including drones, as well as producers and suppliers of major systems and critical components (engines, avionics, fasteners, sensors, wiring harnesses, etc.);
• Defense electronics and communication systems providers (communication systems, radar equipment, satellite technologies and other critical electronics to military forces);
• IT and Cybersecurity service providers (cybersecurity solutions, such as secure networks, encryption, and military-grade data protection, software developments (developers of critical software used for defense logistics, training simulations, operational control systems, and intelligence gathering, etc.)
• Simulators and training systems other defense-related training technologies;
• Logistics companies and supply chain service providers (logistics, warehousing services to the military supply chain).
• Shipbuilders, marine systems and equipment producers and suppliers;
• Testing and service providers (laboratories and organizations that provide compliance and quality testing for military equipment and systems, etc.)
• Engineering services providers (specialized engineering services related to military systems;
• Producers of defense equipment, including items like military clothing or specialized food, classified as defense equipment by the contracting authority (e.g., NATO or national defense agencies).
• Other parts and components suppliers, businesses that provide parts, materials, and components to defense contractors (e.g., fasteners, metals, electronic components) typically seek AQAP 2110 to demonstrate their ability to meet stringent NATO quality standards.

Why Companies seek AQAP 2110 Certification?

If you are looking to enter the defense market, obtaining both ISO 9001 and AQAP 2110 certification is essential for establishing trust with NATO and other defense organizations:

• the NATO AQAP 2110 certification helps companies establish themselves as reliable, high-quality suppliers to NATO and other defense-related organizations. Since NATO is one of the world’s largest defense buyers, having AQAP 2110 certification is often a prerequisite for getting contracts.
• the certification verifies that companies implements and maintain the system to meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and quality control, which are crucial in the defense sector.
• achieving AQAP 2110 demonstrates a company’s ability to meet internationally recognized quality standards, opening doors to other global defense contracts.

If your organization is ISO 9001 certified, obtaining NATO AQAP 2110 certification as an extension to your existing ISO 9001 systems is a logical next step to meet NATO and international defense sector demands.

Why Partner with BM Certification?

• Seamless Certification Process: Since NATO AQAP 2110 certification must be issued alongside ISO 9001 certification, we simplify the process by managing both certifications together, saving your company time and resources.
• Expert Auditing and Support: Our experienced auditors are well-versed in the unique requirements of both ISO 9001 and AQAP 2110.
• Global Market Access: Achieving both ISO 9001 and NATO AQAP 2110 certification positions your company as a trusted supplier in the global defense market, offering new opportunities for contracting with NATO and defense agencies worldwide.
• Sustained Compliance and Improvement: Once certified, we offer ongoing support through regular audits to ensure your QMS stays compliant with evolving NATO and ISO standards, helping you continuously improve your processes.

Gain a competitive advantage with NATO AQAP 2110 Certification

Whether you’re a major defense contractor or a smaller supplier, achieving NATO AQAP 2110 certification alongside ISO 9001 demonstrates your company’s commitment to ensuring appropriate quality, and compliance in the highly demanding defense sector.