Linford & Company
Linford & Company is a Denver CPA firm whose PCI practice is unusually transparent about money: it publishes that a PCI audit resulting in a ROC typically runs $30,000–$200,000, and that QSA-assisted SAQ assessments can run up to $40,000. That candor makes it a useful benchmark when comparing quotes.
At a glance
| Headquarters | Denver, Colorado |
|---|---|
| Founded | Not disclosed |
| Firm type | CPA firm with PCI assessment practice (QSA company) |
| ROC planning range | $30K–$200K (firm-published price) |
| Typical fieldwork window | 4–12 wk |
| Frameworks (per firm) | PCI DSS, SOC 1, SOC 2 |
| Official website | linfordco.com |
Best fit
Buyers who value upfront price transparency and a CPA-firm engagement model.
Before you engage
A smaller practice -- confirm capacity and scheduling for your assessment window.
Questions about Linford & Company
What does Linford & Company publish about PCI pricing?
Unusually transparent: a PCI audit resulting in a ROC typically runs $30,000–$200,000 depending on CDE scope and complexity, and QSA-assisted SAQ assessments can run up to $40,000 (firm-published, 2026).
Is Linford & Company a CPA firm?
It is listed as a Denver CPA firm with a PCI assessment practice operating as a QSA company. Confirm the current PCI SSC listing before engaging.
Is Linford good for smaller merchants?
A smaller practice with published pricing candor -- a reasonable benchmark quote even if you engage a larger firm. Confirm capacity for your assessment window.
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