7 CFR §652.26

1. (a)NRCS certifications are in effect for a time period specified by NRCS in the Certification Agreement, not to exceed 3 years and automatically expire unless they are renewed for an additional time period in accordance with this section.
2. (b)A technical service provider may request renewal of an NRCS certification by:
   1. (1)Submitting a complete certification renewal application to NRCS or through a private sector entity, a public agency, or a recommending organization to NRCS at least 60 days prior to expiration of the current certification;
   2. (2)Providing verification on the renewal form that the requirements of this part are met; and
   3. (3)Agreeing to abide by the terms and conditions of a Certification Agreement.
3. (c)All certification renewals are in effect for a time period specified by NRCS in the Certification Agreement, not to exceed three years and before expiration, may be renewed for subsequent time period in accordance with this section.