Request for Proposals for FACE Verification Authority Services

This document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by The Open Group on behalf of the FACE Consortium, aimed at organizations capable of providing verification authority services for software conformance to the FACE Technical Standard. The document outlines the qualifications required for organizations to be recognized as a FACE Verification Authority (VA). It details the responsibilities and tasks that a VA must undertake, including conducting verification testing, maintaining independence from software development, and ensuring compliance with the FACE Conformance Program. The RFP specifies that the FACE Consortium will evaluate proposals within 90 days and describes the process for establishing a verification agreement with software suppliers. Additionally, it includes terms and conditions for the approval of VAs, the duration of their approval, and the need for ongoing communication with the FACE Consortium. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining confidentiality and protecting intellectual property throughout the verification process.