By Peter Korpak · Reviewed against our methodology · Last updated
BD Emerson is a mid-tier SOC 2 audit firm in Richmond, VA, USA that charges $30K–$80K for Type II audits with 6–12 month timelines. Founded in 2020, they hold 2 accreditations and specialize in SaaS, Healthcare, Technology, and 3 more. Their pricing is in the mid-range compared to the mid-tier average of $28.796K–$76.204K.
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of Mid-tier firms charge more for Type II
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certifications (tier avg: 3)
Side-by-side pricing, timeline, and certification counts for the 5 closest-priced peers in the mid-tier tier.
| BD Emerson | 360 Advanced | AAFCPAs | Accorp Partners | CertPro | eDelta Consulting | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $30K–$80K | $30K–$80K | $30K–$80K | $30K–$80K | $30K–$80K | $30K–$80K |
| Type I Cost | $20K–$60K | $20K–$60K | $20K–$60K | $20K–$60K | $20K–$60K | $20K–$60K |
| Timeline | 6–12 mo | 6–12 mo | 6–12 mo | 13–26 mo | 6–12 mo | 6–12 mo |
| Team Size | 100-1000+ | 100–1000 | 350–1000 | 115–1000 | 100–1000 | 100–1000 |
| Certifications | 2 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 3 |
| Founded | 2020 | 2010 | 1973 | 1991 | 2012 | 2000 |
For buyers in SaaS and Healthcare, BD Emerson fits the mid-tier profile when timeline (6–12 months) and Type II pricing ($30K–$80K) align with what mid-tier firms typically deliver. Their 2 active accreditations — including CIPP — extend that fit beyond pure SOC 2 into adjacent compliance frameworks.
SaaS startups and tech companies needing fast-tracked SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliance.
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6 industries — Mid-tier average: 5
2 certifications — Mid-tier average: 3
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BD Emerson SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $20K to $60K. Type II audits range from $30K to $80K. This is in the mid-range for mid-tier firms — the mid-tier tier average is $28.796K–$76.204K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
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