VERSA · Expertos en Certificación

What VERSA · Expertos en Certificación does

VERSA · Expertos en Certificación (legal entity: Expertos en Certificación S.A.S.) is a Bogotá-headquartered, ONAC-accredited conformity assessment and verification body founded in 2019 and operating across Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador. The firm runs a dual-portfolio model spanning six mandatory product certifications (Cascos+, Juguetes+, Pilas+, Retie+, Retilap+, Vajillas+) under ONAC accreditation 19-CPR-005 (ISO/IEC 17065), and four sustainability verifications (Carbono Neutro+, Inventarios GEI+, Seguridad Hídrica+, Sello Energía Renovable S.E.R.+) under ONAC accreditation 23-OVV-005 (ISO/IEC 17029), with an additional SAE OVV 25-003 accreditation enabling Ecuadorian verification work.

The underlying technology stack is process-based rather than software-based: laboratory testing, document review, on-site audits, and independent third-party verification against Colombian technical regulations and international standards (ISO 14064, ISO 14068-1, GHG Protocol, NTC 6766:2025 / WRI VWBA). The renewable energy verification integrates with the EcoGox platform to trace grid-connected renewable procurement and assign tiered seal levels (33/50/75/100%). Distribution is exclusively direct — phone, WhatsApp, email, and a contact form handled by named account executives and OCP/OVV-specific commercial coordinators — with no self-service portal, marketplace listing, or reseller channel.

Versa monetizes through one-time conformity certification fees for regulated product lots or 5-year brand schemes, and through multi-year recurring verification engagements with annual surveillance audits (3-year carbon neutrality cycle, ISO 14064-3 GHG cycle). Pricing is not publicly disclosed. The firm serves manufacturers and importers of regulated products, enterprises pursuing sustainability credentials for ESG and supply-chain purposes, government entities and public institutions, and event organizers seeking carbon-neutral certification. Customer logos include Argos, Camacol, Banco del Austro, El Tesoro, Gases del Caribe, Acueducto de Bogotá, Alcaldía de Bogotá, IDRD, Universidad Santo Tomás, Hospital Vozandes Quito, and Media Maratón de Bogotá.

Name

VERSA · Expertos en Certificación

Legal name

Expertos en Certificación S.A.S.

Website

https://equipoversa.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

VERSA · Expertos en Certificación is a Bogotá-headquartered, ONAC-accredited certification body that delivers mandatory product conformity certification (helmets, toys, batteries, electrical, lighting, tableware) and sustainability verification (carbon neutrality, GHG inventories, water security, renewable energy) to manufacturers, enterprises, governments, and event organizers across Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Product Conformity Certification and Sustainability Verification Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Supplier Approval & Second-Party Audit Programs (Retailer/Brand/Manufacturer) (AFALACAF)

Keywords

• Product conformity certification
• Carbon neutrality verification
• Greenhouse gas inventory verification
• Renewable energy certification
• Water security verification

Headquarters

HQ city

Bogotá

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Certificación de Producto: One-time or recurring conformity certification fees for regulated products including helmets (NTC 4533/Res. 1080), toys (Res. 0686), batteries (Res. 0721), electrical products (RETIE), lighting (RETILAP), and tableware (Res. 1440). Certification is valid for specific lots (Esquema 1B) or for a defined brand period (Esquema 5).
2. Verificación de Sostenibilidad (Carbono Neutralidad): Third-party verification services for carbon neutrality under ISO 14068-1, GHG inventory verification under ISO 14064-3, water security verification under NTC 6766, and renewable energy verification (Sello S.E.R.). These are typically annual or multi-year recurring engagements with periodic surveillance audits.
3. Sello Carbono Neutro — Ciclo de 3 años con Vigilancias: Carbon neutrality certification granted for a maximum three-year cycle under ISO 14068-1:2023, with annual surveillance audits. Renewal requires new independent verification.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

VERSA is an ONAC-accredited third-party certification body and validation/verification body that issues product conformity certifications (helmets, toys, batteries, electrical products, lighting, tableware under Colombian technical regulations) and sustainability verifications (carbon neutrality under ISO 14068-1, GHG inventories under ISO 14064, water security under NTC 6766/WRI VWBA, and tiered renewable energy verification via EcoGox). The firm sells accredited certification/verification services to manufacturers, importers, governments, enterprises, and event organizers across Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador.

Product overview

VERSA Expertos en Certificación is a multi-certification services company operating a dual-portfolio model divided into two core lines: (1) Sustainability Certifications — covering Carbono Neutro+ (carbon neutrality under ISO 14068-1), Inventarios GEI+ (GHG inventory verification under ISO 14064 and GHG Protocol), Seguridad Hídrica+ (water security under NTC 6766:2025/WRI VWBA), and Sello Energía Renovable S.E.R.+ (renewable energy verification at 33/50/75/100% tiers via EcoGox integration); and (2) Product Certifications — covering Cascos+ (motorcycle helmets under Res. 1080/NTC 4533), Juguetes+ (toys under Res. 0686), Pilas+ (batteries under Res. 0721/NTC 1152), Retie+ (electrical products under RETIE), Retilap+ (lighting under RETILAP), and Vajillas+ (tableware/food contact under Res. 1440). The 10 certification offerings are delivered through accredited processes under ISO/IEC 17065 (product) and ISO/IEC 17029 (verification), with operations in Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Carbono Neutro+ (Sello Carbono Neutro)

Quantifiable outcome

• Certification process described as accelerating time-to-market compared to industry norms, avoiding delays of up to one year in supply chains
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EcoGoxcoreTechnology or IntegrationEcoGox is the primary renewable energy tracking platform integrated into Versa's Sello S.E.R. (Energía Renovable) certification process. The platform provides traceability for renewable energy purchases linked to the electrical grid, enabling Versa to verify the proportion of renewable energy consumed by certified organizations. Versa also accepts equivalent platforms connected to the grid.
• ONAC (Organismo Nacional de Acreditación de Colombia)coreOthersONAC is Colombia's national accreditation body. Versa holds two ONAC accreditations: 19-CPR-005 for product certification under ISO/IEC 17065:2012, and 23-OVV-005 for GHG validation/verification under ISO/IEC 17029:2019. ONAC accreditation is a mandatory requirement for certification bodies operating in regulated sectors in Colombia.
• SAE (Servicio de Acreditación Ecuatoriano)coreOthersSAE is Ecuador's national accreditation body. Versa holds accreditation code OVV 25-003, enabling the company to provide accredited verification services within Ecuador under the SAE framework.
• ANALDEXminorOthersANALDEX (Asociación Nacional de Comercio Exterior) is a Colombian foreign trade association of which Versa is a member/affiliate. Membership provides access to the export and international trade community.
• AsocarbonominorOthersAsocarbono is the Colombian Carbon Market Association. Versa is an affiliate member, positioning itself within the Colombian carbon market ecosystem and connecting with organizations engaged in carbon reduction and offsetting initiatives.
• ASOCECminorOthersASOCEC (Asociación Colombiana de Estudios de Carbono) is a Colombian carbon studies association of which Versa is a member. Membership supports Versa's positioning in the carbon certification and climate change space.
• Cámara Colombiana de la EnergíaminorOthersCámara Colombiana de la Energía is a chamber of commerce for the energy sector in Colombia. Versa is listed in their directory of certified companies, providing visibility among energy sector players requiring certification services.
• Cámara Colombo ChinaminorOthersCámara Colombo China (Colombo-China Chamber of Commerce) is a bilateral trade association. Versa's membership supports its ability to serve clients engaged in Colombia-China trade, particularly importers of certified products from China.
• Fenalco BogotáminorOthersFenalco (Federación Nacional de Comerciantes) is Colombia's principal trade federation. Versa holds an affiliation seal from Fenalco Bogotá, providing credibility within the Bogota business community.
• WRI (World Resources Institute)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVersa's water security verification service (NTC 6766:2025) is explicitly aligned with the WRI Volumetric Water Benefit Accounting (VWBA) methodology. While not a formal contractual partnership, WRI's standards and frameworks serve as the methodological foundation for Versa's water security verification service.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Intertek: Global TIC firm with extensive product testing, certification, and sustainability assurance operations in Latin America. Comparable to Versa on regulated product conformity (electrical, lighting, toys) and on ESG verification services.
• DNV: Norwegian-headquartered certification body with growing LATAM presence, particularly in climate services and supply chain certification. Comparable on sustainability/carbon verification (ISO 14064, ISO 14068) and management system certification offerings.
• SGS: One of the world's largest TIC companies, with significant presence in Latin America offering product certification, ISO system certification, and sustainability verification. Comparable to Versa across both product conformity and carbon/GHG verification service lines.
• Carbon Trust: International climate consultancy and certification organization offering carbon footprinting, carbon neutral certification, and renewable energy verification. Comparable to Versa's Sello Carbono Neutro, Inventarios GEI+, and Sello S.E.R. service lines.
• Control Union: Global certification organization with significant Latin American operations offering sustainability certification, GHG verification, and organic/fair-trade claims certification. Comparable on sustainability/ESG verification service line with global accreditation reach.
• Bureau Veritas: Global testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) giant with extensive LATAM operations. Directly comparable as a broad incumbent offering both product conformity certification (covering regulated products like helmets and electrical goods) and sustainability/ESG verification services across multiple jurisdictions.
• TÜV Rheinland: German-origin global TIC leader active in LATAM offering product safety certification (helmets, toys, electrical) and sustainability verification. Comparable as a broad incumbent with similar service lines targeting manufacturers and importers needing market access.

Emerging players

• SCS Global Services: International third-party certification body specializing in sustainability claims verification, carbon neutrality, and water/forestry stewardship certifications. Comparable as an emerging/specialized peer in voluntary sustainability verification markets adjacent to Versa's core offerings.

Direct peers

• ICONTEC: Colombian national standards body and ONAC-accredited certification organization offering product conformity certification and sustainability verification in Colombia. Most directly comparable peer — operates in the same country with overlapping accreditation scope (ISO/IEC 17065, ISO 14064) and similar target customers.

Regional players

• AENOR: Spanish certification body with strong Latin American footprint offering product certification, ISO system certification, and sustainability verification. Comparable as a regional (Spanish-speaking) peer with similar scope and accreditation-based business model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@versaexpertosencertificaci7581/streams
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/equipoversa
• Instagraminstagram.com/equipoversa

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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