Registered Research Service Provider
Jensen Hughes is registered as a Research Service Provider (RSP) under the Australian Government’s R&D Tax Incentive program.
Supporting Your R&D Tax Incentive Eligibility
Jensen Hughes is registered as a Research Service Provider, confirming we meet the regulatory requirements to support eligible research and development (R&D) activities. For clients engaging us in this capacity, the registration provides a clear framework for fire testing, analysis, and technical research delivered within an R&D context.
What a Research Service Provider Registration Means for Clients
Research Service Provider (RSP) registration is designed to support clients’ R&D activities. It does not transfer ownership, control or decision making authority to the service provider. Our role is to provide clearly scoped fire testing and technical services within the structure required by the legislation. When engaging Jensen Hughes as an RSP:
- Clients define and control the R&D activities
- Clients own the outcomes of the work
- Our services are delivered under contract to support those activities
- Eligible expenditure may be treated as contracted R&D for the purposes of the R&D Tax Incentive, subject to program requirements
How Our Fire Testing Services Support R&D
R&D activities involving fire performance, materials behaviour or system response often require specialist testing, controlled environments and independent technical evidence. As a registered RSP, we support these activities through our fire testing and fire assessment services, operating within the governance and compliance expectations of the R&D Tax Incentive framework. Our services include:
- Fire testing and fire assessments
- Measurement and analysis of fire, thermal and material behaviour
- Mechanical and thermal investigations linked to fire performance
- Development and review of technical evidence to support R&D findings
When Engaging an RSP is Relevant
Engaging a registered Research Service Provider may be relevant where clients are:
- Conducting eligible R&D activities involving fire performance or related engineering challenges
- Engaging third parties for specialised fire testing or technical research services
- Preparing or reviewing an R&D Tax Incentive registration or claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Engaging a registered RSP does not determine eligibility. Clients remain responsible for assessing whether their activities meet the legislative definitions of eligible R&D and for preparing their own R&D Tax Incentive registration.
Yes. Under the RSP framework, clients own, or have the right to use, all results arising from the contracted R&D services. Our role is to provide defined technical services in support of client led R&D.
No. RSP registration is specifically designed to support client led R&D. Clients define the scope, objectives and direction of the activities while we deliver services under contract to support that work.
Only services that fall within our registered fields of research can be provided as contracted R&D under the program. In practice, this includes specialist fire testing, experimental work and technical analysis that support eligible R&D activities.
Yes. RSP services are commonly used alongside internal R&D capability and other external specialists. Clear contractual arrangements and documentation are important to show how each party supports the overall R&D program.
No. We provide technical testing and research services. Clients should seek independent tax or advisory advice regarding eligibility, interpretation of the legislation and preparation of R&D Tax Incentive claims.
Meet Our Experts
Jason Jeffress
Vice President, Fire Engineering + Fire Testing, Pacific Region
Jason Jeffress
Vice President, Fire Engineering + Fire Testing, Pacific Region
Master of Applied Science, Fire Safety Design, Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health), Health and Building, Registered Professional Engineer (Fire Safety Engineer), Registered Professional Engineer (Fire Safety Engineer)
Steven Halliday
General Manager, Testing
Steven Halliday
General Manager, Testing
Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical and Aerospace
Masis Altun
Senior Fire Testing Engineer
Masis Altun
Senior Fire Testing Engineer
Master of Fire Safety Engineering, Bachelor of Biotechnology
Important Information
Engaging a registered Research Service Provider does not determine eligibility for the R&D Tax Incentive or guarantee a successful claim. Clients remain responsible for assessing eligibility, meeting program requirements and obtaining their own financial or tax advice where appropriate.