An example of a conformity assessment system using accredited testing laboratories and certification is provided in Figure 11 - Assessment Process. The process starts with the submission by the supplier of the product, service, or system to a third-party accredited testing laboratory. The laboratory tests the product in accordance with the requirements and forwards the test results to the supplier. If the results are satisfactory to the supplier, they will be forwarded by the laboratory to the validation authority designated by the procurement agency in coordination with the qualified products list (QPL) owner. These experts will review the test reports and will make a recommendation as to their acceptance to the QPL owner. If the QPL owner agrees with the recommendations, the product, service, or system will be listed.