Transparent Testing Costs: All-Inclusive Pricing at BDS

Some testing companies employ à la carte billing, which can be deceptive and expensive when all their test-related costs are added up. Here, we are referring to the following items and services being separately billed:

• Test applications
• Test upgrades
• Volume discounts
• Test booklets
• Database research
• Scanner scoring
• Training manuals
• Support services
• Annual summary reports
• Staff training
• Test standardization
• Local standardization

And, that's not counting offering three test administration modes, consultation, report individualization, training tutorials, and more.

At Behavior Data Systems, Ltd. (BDS), we only charge a single test unit fee. Everything else is included in that test unit fee. All BDS tests are available in English and Spanish. BDS tests can be administered in three modes: paper-pencil format, on the computer screen, and in computer-generated human voice audio.

Test Unit Fees

The standard BDS test unit fee is $8.00 per test. Diskettes contain 25 or 50 tests, and volume discounts are available as outlined below.

Volume Discounts

• 1,000 to 5,000 tests/year: $7.50 per test
• 5,001 to 15,000 tests/year: $7.00 per test
• 15,001 to 20,000 tests/year: $6.00 per test
• Over 20,000 tests/year: $5.50 per test
• Statewide contracts: $5.00 per test

Exceptions: The Pre-Post Inventory and the DVI Pre-Post tests provide pre-post test comparisons. The pretest and posttest fee for these outcome tests is $5.00 per test.

Only One Charge

At BDS, there is only one cost: the test unit fee (in U.S. currency). Everything else is included at no additional cost, including:

Test booklets

Answer sheets (can be photocopied on-site)

Orientation and Training Manuals

Computer Operating Guides

One-Page Quick Start

Upgrades

Ongoing database research

Annual summary reports

Staff training (for high volume and statewide contracts)

Support services

There are no hidden costs and no startup fees. BDS is so confident in its tests that we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Explanation of Terms

Orientation and Training Manual: A must-read for anyone involved in using tests with clients. It explains how the tests work.

Computer Operating Guide: Provides a detailed explanation of the computer scoring process and how to print reports.

One-Page Quick Start: Contains all computer operating instructions on one page for easy reference.

Contact Information

Phone: 1 (602) 234-3506

Fax: (602) 266-8227

Email: bds@bdsltd.com

Website: www.bdsltd.com

Mailing Address:

Behavior Data Systems, Ltd.

P.O. Box 44256

Phoenix, Arizona 85064-4256

Behavior Data Systems Test User Agreement

All Behavior Data Systems (BDS) test users sign a Behavior Data Systems Agreement before they can use the tests. Some departments and statewide organizations may use more comprehensive testing agreements where applicable. Below is the standard Behavior Data Systems Test User Agreement:

Organization Name: _______________________________

Contact Person: _____________________

Title: _____________________

Address: _______________________

Street Address | City | State | Zip

Telephone: () _________________

Fax: () _________________

Email: _______________________

Website: _______________________

Terms and Conditions of Use

All BDS products, including tests, diskettes, and software, are copyrighted, and ALL RIGHTS ARE RESERVED.

BDS software must not be copied or loaded on hard drives or mainframes without written permission from BDS.

Diskettes remain the property of BDS and must be returned when used, damaged, or recalled.

Damaged diskettes will be replaced within 30 days, and unused test applications credited. Unused test credits are valid for one year. No other warranties are expressed or implied.

The test unit fee of $_______ (U.S. currency) per test applies throughout this agreement. Payment is due within 30 days unless other arrangements are made.

BDS tests must be used in conjunction with an interview by experienced staff, and no diagnosis or decision should be based solely on test results.

This agreement is non-transferable.

BDS is not liable for any direct or indirect damages beyond the replacement of defective diskettes.

Signature: _____________________

Date: _________________

Date Received by BDS: _________________

A signed and executed agreement is required to use Behavior Data Systems tests.

Instructions for Printing the User Agreement

Ensure your printer is on and has paper.

Click the "Print Client User Agreement" button below.

A new window will display the form, and you’ll see a Print Display Box. Click "OK" to print the form.

After printing, close the form window.

If you prefer to receive the User Agreement via fax or mail, contact BDS.

For additional information, visit the following pages:

• Free Examination Kit
• Test Comparison Checklist
• Example Report
• GAI Scale Interpretation
• GAI Research
• How to Order Tests