University of Maine Consumer Testing Center 2006-2007 Fee Schedule

for tests negotiated after Sept. 1, 2006

 

 

 

 

University

Maine businesses

Businesses outside Maine

facility fee¹

$350

$500

$600

per person (1-3 samples)²

$10

$20

$25

 

 

 

 

Total test expense

50 persons

$850

$1500

$1850

100 persons

$1350

$2500

$3100

 

 

 

 

 

Additional charges:

changes to questionnaire once Human Subjects approval is obtained

$100

$150

$150

 

 

 

 

food preparation beyond heating

$100

$150

$150

 

 

¹ Includes use of sensory software and kitchen facilities. May not be waived for use of paper ballots.

² For hedonic tests with up to 5 questions per sample. UM faculty are expected to provide at least one student or employee to assist with sample preparation and service.

 

Fees may be adjusted if a trained panel is required, if testing is more complex than a difference or hedonic test, and if multiple tests are needed.

 

50% of the fee is expected before the test date; the remainder is expected within 15 days of receipt of the final report.

 

 

Checks should be made payable to University of Maine, and please include the invoice number on the check.

 

For more information, please contact Professor Mary Ellen Camire at (207) 581-1627 or by email: Mary.Camire@umit.maine.edu.