Determine whether a spec calling for Woodwork Institute Certified Compliance Program (CCP) will accept AWI QCP as an equal
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Steps
Read the spec's certification clause literally — WI CCP and AWI QCP are separate, non-interchangeable programs run by different associations.
If the spec cites Woodwork Institute's CCP (common on California public/institutional work), contact Woodwork Institute directly rather than assuming AWI QCP satisfies it.
Check whether the spec includes 'or equal' substitution language for AWI QCP; if silent, request an RFI/addendum before bidding.
Confirm which underlying standard governs — WI's CCP is built on the jointly-published North American Architectural Woodwork Standards (NAAWS), not AWI's own newer ANSI-accredited standards.
Apply the correct compliance label (CCP watermark label vs QCP label) to shop drawings and delivered casework once confirmed.
Known gotchas
WI's CCP is built on NAAWS (published jointly with AWMAC), while AWI's QCP is built on AWI's own independently developed ANSI-accredited standards — they share the word 'compliance certification' but not a technical basis.
Don't self-certify as 'AWI QCP equal' without written owner/architect approval; many California public agencies mandate WI CCP specifically.
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