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Proposal for Commissioning Services
for
CSU Phase II Commissioning
Prepared for:
City of Fort Collins
Purchasing Division
215 North Mason Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
Prepared by:
Architectural Energy Corporation
2540 Frontier Avenue, Suite 201
Boulder, Colorado 80301
303-444-4149
May 17, 2004
Corporate Offices
2540 Frontier Avenue, Suite 201
Boulder, Colorado 80301 USA
Tel: (303) 444-4149 • Fax: (303) 444-4304
E-mail: AECinfo@archenergy.com
Commissioning Services for CSU Phase H May 2004
3.0 Commissioning Statement of Work
The building commissioning services to be provided by Architectural Energy
Corporation during the design, construction, acceptance, and warranty phases of
the project are described below. These services will be undertaken in cooperation
with and in coordination with the building owner, the architectural and engineering
design team, the general contractor, the involved subcontractors, various equipment
suppliers, and the building operation and maintenance staff.
Activities designated "LEED Additional Credit' are only applicable if the LEED
additional credit scope is included in the commissioning scope and contract.
3.1 LEED Requirements
For LEED Certification, LEED Prerequisite EA 1.0 must be performed. The U.S.
Green Building Council defines Prerequisite EA 1.0 as "Fundamental Building
Systems Commissioning", with the following requirements and submittals:
1. Engage a commissioning authority
2. Collect and review design intent and basis of design documentation
3. Include commissioning requirements in the construction documents
4. Develop and utilize a Commissioning Plan
5. Verify installation, functional performance, training and documentation
6. Complete a commissioning report
7. Provide a copy of the commissioning plan highlighting the five fundamental
commissioning procedures as listed in the credit requirements.
8. Provide a signed letter of certification by the commissioning authority confirming
that the commissioning plan has been successfully executed and the design
intent of the building has been achieved.
This commissioning proposal is designed to meet all LEED prerequisite related
commissioning requirements.
LEED Additional Commissioning Credit 3
To verify that the building is designed, constructed, and calibrated to operate as
intended, the LEED system has created an additional credit that can be earned for
"Additional Commissioning" or best practices commissioning. The requirements for
this additional credit (EA Credit 3) are as follows:
1. Conduct a focused review of the design prior to the construction documents
phase.
2. Conduct a focused review of the construction documents when close to
completion.
3. Conduct a selective review of the contractor submittals of commissioned
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Concluding Remarks
AEC has the expertise and depth to handle any
commissioning project
AEC's commissioning is focused on optimizing energy
performance. and meeting the design performance
goals
AEC's commissioning staff understand energy
modeling. daylighting design concepts and sustainable
design practices
AEC has extensive experience and depth with the LEED
rating system and commissioning LEED buildings
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equipment.
4. Develop a recommissioning manual.
5. Have a contract in place for near -end or post occupancy review.
The scope of services presented below include meeting the LEED Additional
Commissioning Credit.
3.2 Design Phase Commissioning Activities
Architectural Energy Corporation will consider all aspects of the design from the
owner's (building operation and maintenance staff) perspective. Architectural
Energy Corporation, in cooperation with the design team, will undertake the
following activities:
1) Design review of construction documents (LEED Additional Credit)
a) Design review at 50% design development
The 50% design development review seeks to identify building
system design issues and potential operation and maintenance
issues that should be addressed during the design development _
phase of the project. At this point in the design phase, the building
system designs are being refined and many decisions crucial to
overall building performance operation and maintenance are being _
made. This review is designed to ensure that the design team
achieves the major design goals (intent) relative to functionality, _
energy performance, maintainability, and indoor environment quality.
b) Design review at 65 % construction documents
The 50% construction documents review is undertaken to ensure
that commissioning is adequately specified within the construction
documents for those building systems to be commissioned, and that
the targetted building systems are likely to meet the design goals
(intent) relative to functionality, energy performance, maintainability
and indoor environmental quality.
c) Design review at 95% construction documents
This review focuses on determining if the construction documents
and related contract documents contain sufficient detail to fully define
the operational requirements of the project. The 95% construction
document review is undertaken to ensure that commissioning is
adequately specified, that each building system to be commissioned
can be commissioned and is likely to meet the design goals relative
to functionality, energy performance, maintainability'and indoor
environmental quality.
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2) Develop commissioning specifications
In cooperation with the design team, AEC will prepare and incorporate
commissioning specifications into the construction documents. The
commissioning specifications describe the scope and requirements for
commissioning, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the general
contractor, installing subcontractors, owner personnel and the
commissioning agent.
3) Prepare preliminary Commissioning Plan and Schedule
The Commissioning Plan describes the implementation of the
commissioning process and provides a framework for integration of
commissioning activities into the construction and acceptance process.
The Commissioning Plan also provides an agenda for organizing and
focusing the commissioning scoping meeting. The Commissioning Plan
expands to incorporate more information as the design, construction,
and start-up phases of the facility are completed. The Commissioning
Plan will be updated during the construction and warranty phases.
The commissioning schedule will be generated by AEC and will include
all project milestones and commissioning milestones. The schedule will
clearly indicate the order of events that are required for proper execution
of the commissioning process. AEC uses MS Project for its scheduling
requirements and implements this step on all commissioning projects.
3.3 Construction Phase Commissioning Activities
4) Conduct commissioning scoping meeting
The scoping meeting brings together all members of the design and
construction team that will be involved in the commissioning process.
Each building system to be commissioned is addressed, including its
intended operation, commissioning requirements, and completion and
start-up schedules. During the scoping meeting, all parties agree on the
scope of work, tasks, schedules, deliverables, and responsibilities for
implementation of the Commissioning Plan.
5) Review submittals (LEED Additional Credit)
Submittals are reviewed prior to construction. The scope includes all
submittals related to equipment and systems to be commissioned. The
submittals are reviewed for compliance with construction documents and
the design goals. Temperature control submittals are carefully reviewed
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to ensure that all information is provided for a fully functional and
efficient system.
Create pre -functional inspection checklists and functional Performance
test plans
Pre -Functional Inspection Checklists are developed for all major
equipment and systems being commissioned. The checklists capture
equipment nameplate and characteristics data, and confirm the as -built
status of the equipment or system. The checklists include equipment
start-up requirements, either from the manufacturer or installing
subcontractor.
Create functional performance test plans
Functional performance plans are written to ensure that all systems are
run through the complete sequence of operation. The functional testing
plans are reviewed by the design team, owner, and installing
subcontractor(s) before they are implemented in the Acceptance Phase.
Verify ore -functional inspection checklists
The pre -functional inspection checklists, completed by the installing
subcontractors, are verified for completeness and accuracy. The
verification step is one of several prerequisites to the start of functional
performance testing during the acceptance phase.
Conduct construction observation
On -site observations are conducted to verify compliance with
manufacturer's installation and start-up instructions and
recommendations, compliance with the design intent, and meeting the
requirements for efficient operation and maintenance. Testing,
adjusting and balancing (TAB) observation will verify TAB methods and
procedures on both air -side and water -side systems. Commissioning
will also include verification of the TAB as a prerequisite to substantial
completion. The verification procedure will spot check air and water
flow rates at locations selected by the commissioning engineer. The
TAB contractor will complete the measurements and provide the
equipment. Construction observation is not for the express purpose of
ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Regularly scheduled
meetings are held for site coordination, reporting on construction and
commissioning progress, and resolution of any identified issues or
deficiencies. Construction observation activities will be coordinated with
the building's operation and maintenance staff to facilitate their
participation in the commissioning process and familiarize them to the
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building systems that they will ultimately will be required to operate and
maintain.
10) Witness Equipment Startup
Equipment start-up should always be performed by the manufacturer's
representative, but also requires an engineer to be present to verify that
proper startup has occurred per the specification requirements. Too
many times when equipment startup occurs without a commissioning or
design engineer present, the systems are started in a vacuum, without
any regard for the other devices and systems that need to interact with
the particular equipment. The result is that a chiller may operate, but
the field connections/ wiring and control system interfaces are left for
"others" to figure out, without the help of the manufactures' technician.
By being present at major equipment startup, AEC will insure that the
startup process happens properly, and that all pertinent parties are
present to get issues resolved immediately. In addition, AEC will
witness a sample of the duct and hydronic pressure tests to insure that
the construction practices meet the requirements of the specification
and pressure classes.
3.4 Acceptance Phase Commissioning Activities
11) Complete functional performance testing
Under the supervision of AEC commissioning staff, the installing
subcontractor performs the hardware and/or software manipulations
called for in the function performance test plan. The building owner's
operation and maintenance staff should also be present in order to
assist in system manipulations and observations. AEC commissioning
staff direct, witness and record the results of functional performance
testing. Testing occurs on all systems being commissioned.
12) Document deficiencies
All deficiencies identified during the function performance test and other
verification testing activities are documented and reported to the general
contractor and the installing subcontractor. The deficiency report
includes all details of the components or systems found to be non-
compliant with the parameters of the test plans and contract documents.
The report details the adjustments or alterations required to correct
system operation, and identifies the responsible party.
13) Review Operation & Maintenance manuals and training programs
The Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manuals are reviewed for
completeness, usefulness and for adherence to the requirements of the
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specifications. The contracting team is responsible for providing training
in their specific areas. AEC will help to organize and facilitate the
training schedule with both the building owner's operation and
maintenance staff and the contracting team. The agenda for staff
training programs is reviewed. Materials may be added, or requested
from the subcontractors, to stress and enhance the importance of
system interactions, troubleshooting, and long-term preventative
maintenance and operation. Training sessions for commissioned
systems will be attended and videotaped by the commissioning
engineer, with careful coordination with the building's operation and
maintenance staff.
14) Complete commissioning report and LEED Documentation
A final Commissioning Report is compiled which summarizes all of the
tasks, findings, and documentation of the commissioning process. The
report addresses the actual performance of the building systems in
reference to the design intent and construction documents.
Documentation of Warranty Phase commissioning activities is added to
the report after the warranty period is complete.
The commissioning report includes:
• An evaluation of the operating condition of the systems at the time of
functional test completion,
• Deficiencies that were discovered and the measures taken to correct
them,
• Functional test procedures and results,
• Reports that document all commissioning field activities as they
progressed, and A description and estimated schedule of required
deferred testing.
• LEED Documentation: Documentation will address and certify the
LEED section on "Energy and Atmosphere" Prerequisite 1.0 titled
"Fundamental Building Systems Commissioning" and the LEED Credit
3 titled "Additional Commissioning."
• Recommissioning management manual (if LEED Additional
Commissioning Credit 3 is desired)
3.5 Warranty Phase Commissioning Activities
The Warranty Phase activities will be coordinated with the building owner's _
operation and maintenance staff to facilitate their participation in the commissioning
process, and to provide a more robust understanding of the operation and
performance of the commissioned building systems. _
15) Review as -built documentation
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The as -built documentation is reviewed to verify consistency with field
conditions. The as -built documentation includes control schematics and
sequences of operation.
16) Complete seasonal testing (LEED Additional Credit)
Seasonal variation in operations or control strategies may require
additional testing during the opposite season to verify performance of
the HVAC system and controls. During the warranty period, seasonal
testing and other deferred testing is completed as required to fully test
all sequences of operation.
17) Complete end -of -warranty review (LEED Additional Creditl
At the end of the warranty period, AEC will conduct a review of system
operation, including interviews with building occupants and the operation
and maintenance staff.
3.6 Deliverables:
The following list of deliverables assumes all scope listed above is accepted as part
of the commissioning services scope.
Design Phase
• 50% Design Development Phase Design Review
• 65% Construction Documents Design Review
• Commissioning Specifications
• Preliminary Commissioning Plan
• 95% Construction Documents Design Review
Construction Phase
• Commissioning Scoping Meeting Minutes
• Submittal Review Reports, as appropriate
• Pre -functional Checklists for all equipment and systems to be commissioned
• Construction Observation Reports
• Deficiency Reports
Acceptance Phase
• Functional Performance Testing Reports
• Deficiency Reports
• Operation and Maintenance Review
• Operation and Maintenance training agenda reviews
• Preventive Maintenance Database
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• Commissioning Report
• LEED Commissioning Certification Documents
Warranty Phase
• As -built Documentation Review Report
• Seasonal Testing Reports
• End of Warranty Period Review
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4.0 Project References
May 2004
A representative list of AEC commissioning projects with references is presented below. Appendix A contains a list of
commissioning projects completed by AEC in the past five years.
Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
North Boulder Recreation Center
Recreation center remodel meeting LEED Silver
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, pool
Boulder, Colorado
requirements. Constant volume and variable
equipment, solar hot water system. LEED
The City of Boulder
volume mechanical system including boilers, DX
equipment, heat recovery air -handling units and
commissioning
Bill Boyes, Project Manager
associated equipment and controls. Two pools
1720 13`h Street
heated with solar panels. Tridium DDC system.
Construction completed March 2003.
Boulder, Colorado 80306
303-441-4202
Silver LEED Certification Received
Occupied
Pikes Peak Center
98,000 square foot county and city construction
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, LEED
Colorado Springs, Colorado
building. Variable volume mechanical system
commissioning..
including boilers, chiller plant with thermal storage,
LKA Partners Inc.
air -handling units and associated equipment and
Jim Cook, AIA, Principal
controls.
Construction in progress.
430 N. Tejon Street, Suite 200
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903
(719)473-8446
Occupancy scheduled April 2004
Emerging Technology Center
95,100 square foot high technology teaching
HVAC systems and DDC controls.
Memphis, Tennessee
laboratory building. York variable volume
underfloor air handling units, mechanical system
Flintco Construction
including boilers, water cooled chiller plant,
Construction in progress.
Brian Wirth, Project Manager
campus central plant integration, and associated
2179 Hillshire Circle
equipment and controls.
Memphis, TN 38133
bwirth@flintco.com
901-372-9600
Occupancy scheduled April 2004
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Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Prairie Ridge
55,000 square foot elementary school. Constant
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, electrical
Broomfield, Colorado
volume and variable volume mechanical system
distribution and kitchen equipment systems.
including boilers, DX equipment, air -handling units
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
and associated equipment and controls.
Steve Jenkins, Project Manager
1500 East 128`h Ave.
Thornton, CO 80241
720-972-4300
Occupied
Fossil Ridge High School
300,000 square foot high school. Sustainable
Design, construction, acceptance and post -
Fort Collins, Colorado
design showcase with energy -efficient HVAC and
acceptance phase activities for HVAC, electrical
lighting systems, daylighting, BAS, and low
distribution, BAS controls, lighting controls,
Poudre School District
Stu Reeve, Energy Manager
environmental impact materials, site design, and
construction
security and access controls, fire alarms, kitchen
2413 LaPorte Avenue
processes.
equipment and irrigation systems. LEED
Commissioning
Fort Collins, CO 80521
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Construction in progress.
970-490-3502
Occupancy scheduled August 2004
Niver Creek Middle School
55,000 square foot middle school. Multizone
Retro-commissioning project for existing and new
Westminster, Colorado
mechanical system including boilers, DX cooling
HVAC equipment and new BAS control system.
and BAS controls.
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
AEC performing existing system evaluations to
Jack Dempsey Energy Manager
inform design team on required retrofit scope of
1500 East 128 Ave.
work.
Thornton, CO 80241
Jack.dempsey@adamsl2.org
Construction completed Fall 2002
720-972-4300
Complete
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Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................... 3
2.0 ARCHITECTURAL ENERGY CORPORATION COMMISSIONING ............................................. 4
2.1 AEC TECHNICAL APPROACH TO COMMISSIONING......................................................................... 5
2.2 AEC LEED-RELATED COMMISSIONING EXPERIENCE.................................................................... 6
3.0 COMMISSIONING STATEMENT OF WORK............................................................................... 9
3.1 LEED REQUIREMENTS................................................................................................................ 9
3.2 DESIGN PHASE COMMISSIONING ACTIVITIES............................................................................... 10
3.3 CONSTRUCTION PHASE COMMISSIONING ACTIVITIES................................................................... 11
3.4 ACCEPTANCE PHASE COMMISSIONING ACTIVITIES...................................................................... 13
3.5 WARRANTY PHASE COMMISSIONING ACTIVITIES......................................................................... 14
3.6 DELIVERABLES: ......................................................................................................................... 15
4.0 PROJECT REFERENCES.......................................................................................................... 17
5.0 KEY PERSONNEL......................................................................................................................20
6.0 QUALIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................... 23
7.0 LABOR RATES...........................................................................................................................23
Appendices
A. AEC Building Commissioning and Diagnostics Qualifications
B. ENFORMAO Commissioning Toolkit, MicroDataLoggere , ENFORMAO
C. Attachment 1, Attachment 4
D. RFP Addendum 1 Acknowledgement
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Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Glacier Peak Elementary
55,000 square foot elementary school. Constant
HVAC, DDC controls, security and kitchen
Broomfield, Colorado
volume reheat mechanical system including
equipment systems.
boilers, DX chiller, air -handling units and
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
associated equipment and controls.
Brian Lamer, Project Manager
Testing and final report complete.
1500 East 128th Ave.
Thornton, CO 80241
720-972-4300
Occupied August 2001
Tesla Alternative School
75,000 square foot alternative school. Constant
HVAC and DDC control systems.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
volume reheat mechanical system including
Colorado Springs School District 11
boilers, DX cooling, air -handling units and
associated equipment and controls.
Testing and final report complete.
Thomas Fernandez, Energy Manager
Commissioning program was initiated by school
5240 Geiger Blvd.
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cooling, air -handling units and associated
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5.0 Key Personnel
The key Architectural Energy Corporation personnel who would be assigned to this
project are as follows:
Michael J. Holtz, AIA Principal in Charge
Erik Jeannette, PE Project Manager / Commissioning Engineer
John Wood, PE Staff II Commissioning Engineer, LEED
Accredited Professional
Stuart Waterbury, PE Senior Commissioning Engineer
Doug Dougherty, PE Senior Commissioning Engineer
Kevin Mueller, El Staff II Commissioning Engineer
Forrest Collins, El Associate Commissioning Engineer
A short biography for each of these individuals, are presented below. Resumes for
these Key Individuals are provided in Appendix A.
Michael Holtz, FAIA, President of Architectural Energy Corporation, has over 30
years full-time experience in energy and environmental research, design, and
performance evaluation. He has been responsible for the performance evaluation,
diagnostic testing, and commissioning of hundreds of residential, commercial, and
institutional buildings. He is a co -inventor of Architectural Energy Corporation's
patented ENFORMA® diagnostic and commissioning system, and has written and
lectured extensively on building commissioning. Mr. Holtz has served in senior
research and management positions at the AIA Research Corporation, National
Renewable Energy Laboratory, and, since 1982, Architectural Energy Corporation.
Erik Jeannette, P.E., leads the Commissioning and Diagnostic Business Area Team
within Architectural Energy Corporation. Mr. Jeannette is responsible for direct
client and contractor contacts, coordinating project meetings, writing functional
testing plans, and implementation of field activities.
Mr. Jeannette has bachelor's and master's level engineering degrees, and is a
registered professional mechanical engineer. Mr. Jeannette's qualifications to be a
provider of commissioning services began while managing HVAC and building
controls research projects at the Joint Center for Energy Management HVAC
Laboratory at the University of Colorado, Boulder. At the HVAC / Building Energy
laboratory Mr. Jeannette was responsible for designing and installing the building
automation system, installing the chiller and air handler systems, regularly
calibrating sensors and control devices, and conducting experiments that evaluated
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energy efficiency and indoor air quality associated with various HVAC control
strategies.
After receiving his master's degree in Building Systems Engineering (Civil
Engineering) from the University of Colorado, Mr. Jeannette worked as a project
engineer for a mechanical controls contractor in Denver, Colorado (Comfort
Systems USA). As a controls design engineer, he was responsible for creating
designs and sequences of operation for the installation of new and retrofit control
systems within over sixty facilities including commercial buildings, educational
facilities, manufacturing facilities, downtown district cooling systems, hospitals and
water treatment plants. Mr. Jeannette also became a controls programmer and
performed equipment start-up and checkout on all of his projects before turning
them over to the owner's staff. Prior to leaving Comfort Systems USA, Mr.
Jeannette became engineering manager of the Denver office, and trained other
engineers and technicians how to design, program install and commission control
systems.
Mr. Jeannette now manages the commissioning team at Architectural Energy
Corporation, and is a registered Professional Engineer. While at AEC he has
personally commissioned 25 projects, and has managed the commissioning efforts
of over 40 facilities. These projects include applying the traditional commissioning
approach, LEED related commissioning, utility sponsored demand -side
management re -commissioning, energy audits and retro-commissioning. The
system types that Mr. Jeannette has directly commissioned include: all types of
building controls, ground -source heat pump, thermal storage chiller plants, variable
air volume air handling systems, laboratory fume -hoods, constant volume reheat air
systems, conventional and condensing boiler plants, campus heating and cooling,
dimming lighting controls, automated shade controls, plumbing systems,
refrigeration systems, photovoltaic systems, computer room air-conditioning units,
steam boiler plants, and fuel -oil generators.
Stuart Waterbury, P.E., has a bachelor's and master's engineering degree and is a
registered professional engineer in the State of Colorado. Mr. Waterbury is
responsible for project management, engineering analysis, software development,
and instrumentation for building energy research, commissioning, and energy saving
performance contracting projects. Projects have included HVAC diagnostics and
commissioning, load research, and estimation of baseline and post -retrofit HVAC
and lighting energy usage from short-term monitoring. He has worked extensively
on development and use of the ENFORMA® system, an integrated hardware and
software system for fault detection, diagnostic testing, and performance evaluation
of HVAC, lighting, and control systems. He is currently developing automated
methods for detecting faults in HVAC systems. Mr. Waterbury has evaluated the
performance of many roof -top units and developed methods for evaluating
economizer performance. He has analyzed packaged economizer performance on
units ranging from small 3-ton single zone units up to "boxcar' units of hundreds of
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tons. The results of this work have been incorporated into the ENFORMA HVAC
Analyzer software.
John Wood, P.E., has a bachelor's degree in engineering science and is a
registered professional engineer in the State of Colorado. Mr. Wood is a
commissioning project manager with AEC. Mr. Wood is a certified LEED _
professional. Mr. Wood worked for many years as a test, adjust, and balance (TAB)
contractor and holds NEBB qualification. Mr. Wood is a licensed refrigerant
technician and has been commissioning HVAC systems and related controls since
1997, and has commissioned ten buildings in the past two years.
Kevin Mueller, El, has a bachelor's engineering degree and is a registered Engineer -
Intern in the State of Colorado. Mr. Mueller is a commissioning project manager
with AEC. Mr. Mueller has a background in mechanical system design and has
extensive experience troubleshooting and installing building HVAC and refrigeration
equipment. Mr. Mueller is a licensed refrigeration technician and his background
also includes energy conversion efficiency research, instrumentation and data
collection and analysis.
Doug Dougherty, PE has twenty-five years of mechanical engineering experience
for commercial, industrial and government facilities. His experience includes design
and specification of HVAC and piping systems, field surveying to verify as -built
conditions, computer modeling and simulations, energy auditing, cost estimating, _
submittal review and construction monitoring. In addition to systems design work
and specifications for projects, Mr. Dougherty has been responsible for scheduling
the mechanical/ electrical and plumbing engineering workload, tracking engineering _
project budgets, coordinating mechanical work with other disciplines, and quality
assurance. Mr. Dougherty has been commissioning buildings for the past 3 years.
Forrest Collins has a master's level engineering degree in building mechanical
systems, and helps the commissioning team by writing test plans, and assisting
during functional performance tests. He has a strong background in energy
modeling, and energy audits, as well as data logger installation.
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6.0 Qualifications
Architectural Energy Corporation's qualification for providing the building
commissioning services described in this Statement of Work are presented in
Appendix A: Building Commissioning Qualifications.
7.0 Labor Rates
Below are the loaded hourly labor rates of the AEC commissioning staff. All
additional expenses (travel, copies, postage, material, etc) are passed on to the
client without profit markup.
Rates
Senior Engineer
$115.00
Project Manager/ Engineer
$86.00
Staff Engineer II
$80.00
Staff Engineer 1
$75.00
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Architectural Energy Corporation's
Building Commissioning Qualifications
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Architectural Energy Corporation
Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC) is an interdisciplinary,
privately held engineering firm concerned with energy, buildings and
the environment. AEC assists its clients to design, commission and
operate their buildings at peak performance over their useful life.
This mission is accomplished through a comprehensive and
innovative suite of professional services and products which address
sustainable design and analysis; commissioning and diagnostic
testing; utility and energy service company engineering services;
energy information systems, services and data acquisition equipment;
Internet services; hardware and software product development;
performance evaluation; and market transformation services.
Founded in 1982 by Michael J. Holtz, FAIA and Donald J. Frey, PE,
Architectural Energy Corporation is organized into ten business areas
within two broad categories:
Professional Services
Sustainable Design Assistance
Commissioning and Diagnostic Testing
Utility/Building Energy Engineering Services
Building Science R&D
Contract Product Development
Professional Products
ENFORMA® Diagnostic Software
MicroDataLogger® Monitoring Equipment
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REMTm Residential Energy Analysis Software
ENFORM-IT Analysis Software
AEC is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in
evaluating the energy performance of residential, commercial,
institutional and industrial buildings. AEC is hired by building owners,
utilities, energy service companies and research organizations to
commission, re -commission, retro-commission or conduct diagnostic
testing of building energy systems, including HVAC, lighting, control,
distributed generation, refrigeration, commercial kitchen equipment
and renewable energy systems. With over 20 years of experience in
evaluating and commissioning a diversity of building types, such as
office, restaurant, retail, K-12 schools, university, medical, industrial,
research laboratories, residential and mixed -use commercial
developments, AEC helps its clients improve the performance —
energy efficiency, comfort, indoor air quality, equipment durability and
reliability — of their new and existing buildings.
AEC provides comprehensive building commissioning and diagnostic
testing services to address building performance, operation and
maintenance issues from design, through construction and
occupancy, to ongoing operations. AEC's experienced staff use
state-of-the-art tools such as the ENFORMA® diagnostic testing
software and the MicroDataLogger® portable data acquisition system
to plan and execute commissioning and diagnostic testing projects.
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Building Commissioning Services
Building Commissioning by Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC) is a comprehensive and systematic process
to verify that the systems of a new or existing building perform as designed to meet the owner's requirements.
The AEC approach is to form a cooperative commissioning team involving the owner, design team and
contractors to create efficient, reliable, high performance buildings.
AEC energy engineers provide commissioning to optimize energy efficiency and comfort for four distinct types of
projects:
New buildings
Commissioning building mechanical, kitchen,
lighting, electrical and security systems as part of
the design and construction process ensures that
the building operates as designed and at
maximum efficiency.
Major Renovations — Condition Assessment
Existing system evaluation to identify the systems
requiring renovation, and commissioning the
building systems during major reconstruction,
ensures that the building operates as designed and
at maximum efficiency.
New and Existing Buildings - LEED Retro-Commissioning — Existing Buildings
1 LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Retro-commissioning building energy systems to
Design) related commissioning allows design identify existing problems, design and implement
teams and building owners to qualify for LEED solutions, and maximize occupant comfort, indoor
Certification, and receive the benefits of air quality, and energy efficiency.
commissioning.
The design and operating attributes of building space directly influences the well-being and productivity of the
occupants; which in turn influences the success of a business or organization. High performance buildings
provide safe, healthy, comfortable and efficient environments that are cost-effective to build, operate and
maintain. Commissioning is an essential component to the creation of high performance buildings.
AEC's building commissioning practice addresses both new construction and renovation projects, as well as
existing building retro-commissioning projects, and targets HVAC equipment and controls, lighting controls,
kitchen equipment and electrical service / distribution systems. Life safety, security and other building systems
can also be commissioned as required and requested by the building owner. AEC commissioning staff have
exceptional expertise in the problems encountered in commissioning, including equipment failure modes, data
acquisition techniques, and human factors. AEC's commissioning approach is a collaborative effort, using mutual
accountability to achieve team success. The focus is always on solutions.
AEC uses patented instrumentation and analysis techniques for fault detection and diagnostic monitoring to
evaluate dynamic equipment performance. AEC's ENFORMO diagnostic system relies on short-term diagnostic
testing using specialized software and hardware tools to gather and analyze building performance data in order to
improve energy performance, occupancy comfort and the indoor environmental quality of buildings
Collecting large amounts of data is easy; making sense out of it is not. AEC's innovative performance evaluation
methods turn data into information to solve problems. The results can be used to baseline existing performance,
identify operational problems, estimate potential energy savings and document overall building performance for
management. Often, the solutions to energy wasting operational problems are complementary to resolving other
system performance or comfort issues.
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The energy saving benefits of retro-commissioning are clearly shown in the figure below. Over a seven month
period, 35,243 therms of natural gas were saved at a Colorado Middle School, representing a 46 percent
reduction in energy consumption. The red bars represent the average gas use in previous years, and the blue
bars represent the gas use after retro-commissioning. In addition, the school's electrical energy use was reduced
by 22 percent, and chronic comfort problems have been remedied. This project paid for itself in less than six
months.
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Since 1982, AEC has provided performance evaluation, commissioning and diagnostic testing services on over
300 projects, including high and low rise office buildings, retail stores, grocery stores, hospitals, laboratory
facilities, schools, government buildings, and restaurants. The building technology systems encountered during
this time include almost all types of primary and secondary HVAC systems and equipment, as well as a
tremendous variety of building automation systems, lighting systems and controls, and commercial refrigeration
systems. Short-term monitoring has been used for diagnostic purposes on virtually every project and system
type. The cumulative experience of these projects has led AEC to be recognized as a leader in building system
diagnostics and commissioning.
AEC recognizes that each owner and every project has unique requirements for design, construction,
commissioning and operation. We customize the commissioning process to fit these requirements. As a result,
our commissioning experience ranges from simple operational checkouts to complete integration with the design
team on sustainable showcase facilities. AEC's engineers provide customized, responsive solutions to meet the
clients needs.
Architectural Energy Corporation is a full member in good standing of the Building Commissioning Association.
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Building Commissioning Process
The diagram below identifies building commissioning activities provided by AEC during each phase of the
architectural design process. A brief description of the AEC commissioning activities is provided below.
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During the architectural design process, AEC conducts design review to identify issues that could potentially
negatively impact the building's performance or effective operation and maintenance of the building systems.
Commissioning Specifications
In collaboration with the design team, AEC develops commissioning requirements / language for inclusion in the
construction specifications. These commissioning specifications identify the requirements that the general
contractor and the installing subcontractors will have for their participation in the formal commissioning process.
' Commissioning Plan
The Commissioning Plan provides the framework and process for organizing and implementing building
commissioning activities. The commissioning scope of work and roles and responsibilities for each member of
the commissioning team are defined in the Commissioning Plan.
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Commissioning Scoping Meeting
The scoping meeting brings together the building owner and all members of the design and construction team that
will be involved in the commissioning process. During the meeting, all parties agree on the scope of work, tasks
and responsibilities for implementation of the Commissioning Plan.
Design Intent Summary Report
The design requirements, relative to the building systems selected for commissioning, are explicitly documented
in a summary report to establish a baseline of performance expectations.
Pre -Functional Inspection Checklists
Pre -functional Inspection Checklists are developed and completed for all major equipment and systems being
commissioned. The checklist ensures the as -built systems are complete and operational, and ready for
commissioning.
Functional Performance Tests
Functional performance testing verifies the intended operation of individual components and associated controls
under various conditions and modes of operation. The functional performance test plans are prepared so that the
complete sequence of operations is included in the test procedures. -'
Short -Term Diagnostic Monitoring
Short-term diagnostic testing, using data acquisition equipment to record system operation over a two to three
week period, is used to investigate the dynamic performance and interactions between components and systems
in the building. AEC uses its patented ENFORMO Portable Diagnostic Solutions, together with its
MicroDataLogger® portable data acquisition system, to perform the short-term diagnostic monitoring.
Deficiency Report
The results from pre -functional checklists, functional performance testing, and short-term diagnostic monitoring
are documented in a Deficiency Report. The report includes all details of the components found non -compliant,
and details the adjustments needed to correct the system.
Operations and Maintenance Training
AEC reviews the O+M manuals and facility personnel training programs for completeness. The review focuses on
effective troubleshooting, system integration, and preventative maintenance. AEC prepares occupant manuals to
assist facility staff educate building occupants on efficient building operation.
Commissioning Report
A final Commissioning Report is compiled to summarize the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The
report may be used to establish a baseline for future operation and performance.
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Commissioning Tools
AEC employs innovative commissioning tools to effectively and efficiently commission building energy systems.
Many of these tools were developed by Architectural Energy Corporation, including the tools described below.
ENFORMO Portable Diagnostic Solutions
ENFORMA Portable Diagnostic Solutions is AEC's
patented building diagnostic and commissioning
software system. Utilizing MicroDataLogger data
acquisition hardware, the ENFORMA system fully
integrates the planning and data acquisition processes,
as well as simplifies the analysis / diagnostic process.
This system enables AEC engineering staff to quickly
and easily assess the dynamic operating performance
of HVAC, lighting, and control systems; identify and fix
problems; and ultimately achieve high levels of energy
efficiency and savings.
MicroDataLogger® Data Acquisition System
AEC's MicroDataLogger portable data acquisition
system (MDL) is a small, battery -powered, four -
channel data logger designed specifically for building
performance and diagnostic monitoring purposes. The
MDL can be installed easily and quickly by technicians,
and left to gather user -defined performance data
throughout the building. The MDL accommodates a
large variety of sensors including temperature,
humidity, air flow, pressure, current, power, and status.
MicroDataNet® Wireless Internet Accessible
Data Acquisition System
AEC's MicroDataNet (MDN) wireless data acquisition
system introduces an entirely new paradigm for data
collection and analysis. Using independent, battery -
powered sensors connected via radio frequency to a
central gateway, the MDN will collect data from a
wireless network of sensors and retransmit these data
via a wireless Internet connection to a server where
the data can be stored, analyzed and made available
to users through a web site. The MDN can be used
for both short- and long-term performance monitoring
efforts, in support of diagnostic testing and continuous
commissioning projects.
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Project Tracking Database
For tracking project progress, equipment and
deficiencies, AEC has developed a powerful database
tool. The PTD is used to track a project through the
design phases, construction observations, deficiency
list generation and warranty period. Every piece of
equipment commissioned is maintained in the PTD by
name, type, model number, serial number, size, and
associated deficiencies. PTD enables AEC to
effectively manage the commissioning process; and to
keep the commissioning team and building owner
informed on the status and progress of the
commissioning process.
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1.0 Introduction
Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC) proposes to provide Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design (LEED) prerequisite and Additional Credit commissioning
services as outlined in LEED Version 2.1 for the new City of Fort Collins and
Colorado State University projects, referred to as CSU Phase II Commissioning.
The following statement of work presents the goals, activities, deliverables, and
labor rates for providing LEED-related building commissioning services as described
in LEED Version 2.1. Commissioning activities will to be provided during the
Design, Construction, Acceptance, and Warranty Phases of the building delivery
process. The following LEED credits will be obtained if Architectural Energy
Corporation's proposed statement of work is accepted:
• EA Prerequisite 1 — Fundamental Commissioning
• EA Credit 3 — Additional Commissioning
The commissioning effort described herein has been specifically designed to meet
the criteria of the LEED rating system for the "Prerequisite" commissioning
requirements and the "Additional Credit" commissioning requirements. Building
commissioning, as practiced by Architectural Energy Corporation, is a
comprehensive and systematic process to verify that the systems of a new or
renovated building perform as designed to meet the owner's requirements, and
involves the formation of a cooperative commissioning team composed of the
owner, design team, and contractors to create an effective, efficient, and high
performance building. Architectural Energy Corporation, as a member of the U.S.
Green Building Council and the Building Commissioning Association, adheres to the
highest standards of professional practice and ethics in the provision of the building
commissioning services.
Architectural Energy Corporation commissioning staff have completed 40 formal
commissioning projects in the past five years, many related to achieving LEED
Certification of the building. AEC's commissioning services include HVAC
mechanical systems, building automation systems, lighting controls, renewable
energy systems, kitchen equipment, plumbing, and irrigation systems.
Architectural Energy Corporation is a leader in developing and implementing
advanced commissioning and diagnostic testing methods. Its ENFORMA®
Commissioning Toolkit and MicroDataLoggero portable data acquisition system are
used throughout the building, energy, and commissioning industries to evaluate and
commission building systems (See Appendix B for a description of these innovative
patented commissioning and diagnostic test methods).
Erik Jeannette, P.E., Commissioning Team Project Manager, will be Architectural
Energy Corporation's primary point of contact. Mr. Jeannette can be reached at
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occupied Glacier Peak Elementary School in August 2001. The school
district wanted the building's mechanical and electrical systems to
function properly and to achieve designed levels of comfort and energy
efficiency. To accomplish this result, the school district hired
Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC) to commission the building
systems to verify that they functioned as designed and met the district's
Architectural Energy Corporation expectations. AEC was responsible for coordination with the school
2540 Frontier Avenue, Suite 201 district, and all commissioning activities related to the HVAC, control,
Boulder, Colorado 80301 USA kitchen systems and electrical systems. The project was successful in
303.444.4149 meeting the design objectives and as a result, the school operates at
maximum efficiency and with few comfort complaints.
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Project Information: Glacier Peak Elementary
Project Type I New Construction Commissioning
Client / Commissioning
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Brighton, Colorado
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Architectural Energy Corporation
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Brighton, Colorado
Year Occupied
2001
Project Highlights
Commissioning HVAC mechanical and controls, as well as
kitchen equipment and electrical systems. HVAC system is
constant volume with reheat, boiler plant and chiller plant.
Building automation system is Control Systems International
(CSI).
Site visits and functional testing identified 121 construction
deficiencies during the commissioning process. The controls
contractor programmer was replaced near the end of the
project, and AEC provided consistency and persistence to
keep the project on schedule and the control system properly
programmed. The design team and owner were very
impressed with the thoroughness of the AEC commissioning
process, and the owner now includes commissioning on all
HVAC projects.
Deficiencies observed and corrected include:
❑ Chiller demand control not functioning in building
automation system
❑ Balance damper relief hoods not opening properly
❑ AHU suffers from low airflow after balancing
❑ Duct was not properly installed with duct clips at seams
❑ AHU override panel miss -labeled
❑ Hot water pumps lead/ lag/ rotate sequence did not
function properly
❑ AHU morning warm-up sequence was found to not
work from analysis of trend data
❑ Numerous AHU control valves leak water to coil when
closed
❑ Controls conduit obstructing fire sprinkler head
❑ Specified "imminent freeze" alarm for hot water plant
was not programmed
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Mary Cofrin Hall opened for classes in the Fall of 2001. Architectural
Energy Corporation (AEC) addressed the lack of detail in the
construction documents early in the construction phase. However,
contractor technical difficulties impeded the timely implementation of the
design intent and as a result, the building ran for one semester with very
poor lighting system control. AEC's persistent commissioning efforts
Architectural Energy Corporation resulted in an operational automated lighting control system by the
2540 Frontier Avenue, Suite 201 beginning of the second semester of occupancy. AEC completed
Boulder, Colorado80301 USA commissioning services in January 2002. Commissioning services
303.444.4149 focused on the details of strategy, implementation and testing the
performance of the lighting system, as well as monitoring the
performance of the renewable energy systems.
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Project Information: Mary Cofrin Hall
Project Type Lighting and Renewable Energy Systems Commissioning
Client / Energy Services Team Client:
Division of Facilities Development
Wisconsin Department of Administration
Madison, Wisconsin
Commissioning Authority.
Architectural Energy Corporation
Boulder, Colorado
Size 129,850 square feet
Location Green Bay, Wisconsin
Year Occupied 2001
Project Highlights AEC measured and set classroom illumination levels and
tested system functions. We coordinated with the lighting
controls contractor, school maintenance and operations staff,
audio/visual contractor (AV), electrician, architect, and owner
to establish classroom by classroom on how to integrate the
daylight harvesting, AV, and other classroom scenario details
into the lighting control system. Contractor shortcomings
required several iterations of testing, reporting, and correcting
to achieve a functional integration of daylight harvesting, AV,
astronomical and time clock events, timed overrides, and
occupancy sensors. AEC's commissioning effort ensured that
the automatic lighting system be meet occupant comfort ^
requirements and maximize energy efficiency.
The Solarwall TM solar collectors provide pre -heated air to pre-
heat the required minimum outside air of the building.
AEC integrated the functional performance testing of the
Solarwall TM with the mechanical system testing. Some
changes to the sequence as well as the duct work were
recommended and implemented. AEC also used trend data
from the building automation system to evaluate the
performance of the solar wall system.
The Building Integrated Photovoltaic system includes a
comprehensive performance monitoring system. AEC used
data collected from the monitoring system to evaluate the -
installed performance of the photovoltaic system.
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water supply temperature that changes as a function of outside air temperature to minimize
heating energy.
Century Middle School opened for classes in the Fall of 1998. The
building was targeted for retro-commissioning by the school district
energy manager based on a high energy utilization index ($/ft2/yr), and
numerous occupant complaints on comfort. The reasons for high energy
use and unsatisfactory comfort conditions included poor control of the
mechanical systems and broken mechanical devices.
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2540 Frontier Avenue, Suite 201 Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC) completed retro-commissioning
Boulder, Colorado 80301 USA services in March 2002. Commissioning services focused on improving
303.444.4149 the performance of the mechanical systems, reducing energy
consumption and increasing occupant comfort.
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Project Information: Century Middle School
Project Type
Existing Building Retro-Commissioning
Client / Commissioning
Client:
Services Team
Adams Twelve Five Star School District
Century Middle School
Thornton, Colorado
Commissioning Authority:
Architectural Energy Corporation
Boulder, Colorado
Size
116,000 square feet
Location
Thornton, Colorado
Year Occupied
1998
Project Highlights
Diagnostic testing performed, problems identified, repairs and
building automation system sequence fixes made, performed
pre -functional and functional performance testing. HVAC
system is constant volume with reheat, boiler plant and chiller
plant. Building automation system is Control Systems
International (CSI).
Targeted large systems including AHUs, Boiler plant, Chiller
plant. Then identified zone problems and occupant comfort
issues. After completion, occupant comfort complaints are
nearly non-existent and the gas energy savings is close to
45%, and electrical kWh savings is 22%from previous years.
Partial list of problems identified and fixed (32 total):
❑ No hot water present to 2nd floor classroom reheat coils.
❑ Hot water supply temperature reset control not functioning
❑ Six AHU hot water valves full open during unoccupied hours,
resulting in a large heating load on the boilers.
❑ Equipment schedules were 4 hours longer than necessary per
day
❑ AHU systems control to constant 55OF discharge air
temperature all year (without proper reset strategy), thus
increasing cooling loads, and reheat loads.
❑ Numerous AHU valve and damper actuators broken, and all
pneumatic transducers improperly configured
❑ Minimum outside air fractions never properly programmed into
building automation system
❑ AHU exhaust plenums over -pressurized with exhaust fan
running and all dampers closed
❑ Building and crawl space static pressures always negative to
outside air
❑ Chilled water supply temperature reset not programmed
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In response to high energy costs — averaging $3.09 per square foot per
year — the State of Tennessee contracted with Tennessee Valley
Authority Energy Services (TVA/ES) to undertake a detailed energy
study of the Andrew Jackson and Rachel Jackson State Office Buildings.
TVA/ES in turn contracted with Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC)
to provide baselining services and energy conservation measure
analysis. AEC performed an investment grade audit of both buildings,
including the development of calibrated building energy simulation
models.
Short-term diagnostic monitoring provided dynamic evaluation of system
performance and energy conservation opportunities. Analysis of
Architectural Energy Corporation proposed energy conservation measures revealed an estimated
2540 Frontier Avenue, Suite 201 $826,195 per year in savings, or 55% of the current annual energy bill for
Boulder, Colorado 80301 USA both state office buildings. At an estimated installed cost of $1,493,841,
303.444.4149 this results in a simple payback period of 1.8 years.
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Project Information: Andrew Jackson & Rachel Jackson
State Office Buildings
Project Type
Investment Grade Audit
Client / Energy Services Team
Client:
Tennessee Valley Authority
Nashville, Tennessee
Energy Engineering Consultant:
Architectural Energy Corporation
Boulder, Colorado
Sizes
Andrew Jackson Building: 408,000 square feet
Rachel Jackson Building: 215,000 square feet
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Project Highlights
Investment -grade audit performed to determine envelope,
lighting, mechanical, and zone characteristics. Audit included
building and system inspections, interviews with facility
personnel and building occupants, spot measurements, and
document review.
Short-term monitoring of building lighting and HVAC systems
established schedules and true system operation, and
provided baseline documentation for future measurement
and verification of energy savings. Real-time data provided
easy to understand operational and scheduling problems and
system characteristics.
Proposed energy conservation measures analyzed using
DOE-2.1 E computerized building energy simulation models.
The models allowed individual analysis of proposed
measures, as well as assessment of the dynamic interaction
between measures.
Energy conservation measures recommended included:
❑ Lamp and ballast replacements
❑ Lighting controls, including time clocks, occupancy sensors,
and daylighting
❑ Installation of a new DDC Energy Management System
❑ Scheduling of HVAC equipment to better serve occupancy
schedules, including zone temperature reset during
unoccupied times
❑ Elimination of simultaneous heating and cooling
❑ Conversion of the constant volume air distribution system
to variable -air -volume operation with variable speed drives
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premium efficiency models
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❑ Conversion of constant speed chilled water and hot water
distribution loops to variable speed pumping
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Commissioning Services for CSU Phase 11 May 2004
(303) 444-4149 or via e-mail at eieannette@archeneray.com. The AEC engineering
staff that will be assigned to this project is listed below and in section 5.0 of this
proposal.
2.0 Architectural Energy Corporation Commissioning
Architectural Energy Corporation is a leading energy and environmental research
and consulting firm assisting its clients to achieve and maintain peak building
performance over the life of their buildings. This mission is accomplished through a
comprehensive and innovative suite of professional services and products which
address sustainable design and analysis; commissioning and diagnostic testing;
utility and energy service company engineering services; energy information
systems, services and data acquisition equipment; Internet services; hardware and
software product development; performance evaluation; and market transformation
services.
Founded in 1982, Architectural Energy Corporation maintains an interdisciplinary
staff of mechanical, electrical, and architectural engineers; architects; computer
scientists; mathematicians; physicists; technicians; and research support staff to
undertake complex and diverse projects related to energy, buildings and the
environment.
Architectural Energy Corporation has a staff of 55 in three offices -- Boulder,
Colorado; San Francisco, California; and Chicago, Illinois -- with twelve of the
professional staff licensed engineers or architects. The professional services staff is
divided into a number of business area teams including Sustainable Design
Assistance, Building Commissioning, Utility Services, and Building Science
Research and Development.
AEC is a member in good standing of the Building Commissioning Association
which promotes building commissioning practices that maintain high professional
standards, and fulfill building owners' expectations. Staff members also maintain
active membership roles with various professional organizations, including American
Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air -Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the
Association of Energy Engineers and the American Institute of Architects. AEC has
participated in the National Conference on Building Commissioning for all of its nine
year history.
A more complete description of Architectural Energy Corporation's services,
experience, and qualifications, including resumes of key professional staff, is
presented as Appendix A of our proposal.
The scope of building commissioning that AEC is qualified to perform is:
• All Mechanical Heating Ventilation Systems
• Mechanical plumbing systems
• Building Automation Systems
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Architectural Energy Corporation Representative Commissioning Projects
Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Deer Park Water Bottling Plant
400,000 sf water bottling plant with administration
HVAC, DDC controls, LEED commissioning..
Nestle Waters North America
offices, quality control laboratory space, shipping
Madison, Florida
office, warehouse and production areas.
Construction in progress.
Red Boiling Springs Water Bottling Plant
400,000 sf water bottling plant with administration
HVAC, DDC controls, LEED commissioning..
Nestle Waters North America
offices, quality control laboratory space, shipping
office, warehouse and production areas.
Construction in progress.
Ozarka Water Bottling Plant
400,000 sf water bottling plant with administration
HVAC, DDC controls, LEED commissioning..
Nestle Waters North America
offices, quality control laboratory space, shipping
Hawkins, Texas
office, warehouse and production areas.
Construction complete
Arrowhead Water Bottling Plant
400,000 sf water bottling plant with administration
HVAC, DDC controls, LEED commissioning..
Nestle Waters North America
offices, quality control laboratory space, shipping
Cabazon, California
office, warehouse and production areas.
Construction complete
Ice Mountain Water Bottling Plant
400,000 sf water bottling plant with administration
HVAC, DDC controls, LEED commissioning..
Nestle Waters North America
offices, quality control laboratory space, shipping
Mecosta, Michigan
office, warehouse and production areas.
Construction complete
Bennett Federal Office Building
27574 square meter (or 296804 sf), 10 story Federal
HVAC, DDC controls
Jacksonville, Florida
Office building. Stairwell pressurization system. A
secondary, smaller,"pony" chiller with VFD for periods
of reduced loads. Two AHU's per floor serving a total
of 149 VAV boxes. Outside air is ducted to the
mechanical rooms from the penthouse AHU's and
serves each mechanical room via a VAV box.
Construction in progress.
GSA Department of Transportation
129,000 sf DOT office building designed to achieve a
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, LEED
Lakewood, Colorado
Silver LEED rating. Water-cooled chiller and high
commissioning..
efficiency hot water plant serves three 45,000 CFM
VAV air handling unit. Zones served by VAV boxes.
Series boxes with hot water reheat at perimeter zones.
Construction in progress.
Light level sensors, auto dimming and occupancy
sensors control office lighting. All lighting and HVAC
controls via DDC system penetrated to the zone level.
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Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Silverthorne Elementary
63,000 sf of new elementary school in mountain
HVAC, DDC controls.
Silverthorne, Colorado
setting. The school incorporates many day lighting
features and the mechanical design has focussed on
high efficiency equipment. Two 22,000 CFM VAV air
Construction in progress.
handling units with hot water preheat coils serve VAV
boxes equipped with hat water reheat coils. Full
kitchen and gym served by 13,300 CFM constant
volume air handling unit. Central hot water plant
utilizes two 100 MBH high efficiency boilers that also
serve snow -melt system via flat -plate heat exchanger.
City of Fort Collins Vehicle Storage
23,881 sf vehicle storage facilities with radiant
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, LEED
Buildings
hydronic heat, natural ventilation, daylighting design
commissioning..
Fort Collins, Colorado
with lighting controls and occupancy sensors.
Construction in progress.
Wal*Mart Experimental Supercenter Store
200,000 sf retail store with many experimental
System includes
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, irrigation
system, photovoltaic system, refrigeration system, wind
Aurora, Colorado
technologies for the Wal*mart stores.
bio-fuel boiler plant, waste heat recovery in
turbine, fuel cell, micro -turbine, sod roof
refrigeration system, 35 constant volume rooftop units,
commissioning.
CPC controls, underfloor radiant heat, CO2 demand
ventilation., fuel cell and micro -turbine with waste heat
recovery.
Construction in progress.
Wal*Mart Experimental Supercenter Store
207,000 sf retail store with many experimental
includes
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, irrigation
refrigeration system, photovoltaic system, wind
McKinney, Texas
technologies for the Wal*mart stores. System
bio-fuel boiler plant, waste heat recovery in
system,
turbine, sod roof commissioning.
refrigeration system, 35 constant volume rooftop units,
Novar controls, underfloor radiant heat, CO2 demand
ventilation, rain water capture and reuse.
Construction in progress.
Belmar Redevelopment 2M3 Mixed -Use
The Belmar 2M3 redevelopment project has been
Core and shell commissioning
Building
designed to achieve a Silver LEED rating. The
Tenant improvement commissioning
building consists of 100,000 sf of office space, 47,000
Continuum Partners, LLC
sf of ground floor retail space, and 48,000 sf of
HVAC equipment, DDC controls, parking garage
underground parking. Two floors of office space
controls, and snow -melt system.
Lakewood, Colorado
served by under -floor VAV system with direct/indirect
evaporative cooling air handling units. Retail space
Construction in progress.
served by direct/indirect with evaporative -cooled DX
VAV air handling units.
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Architectural Energy Corporation Representative Commissioning Projects
Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Andrew Jackson Building
408,000 square foot 18-story high rise building.
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, design
Nashville, Tennessee
Working for an ESCO that is implementing energy
assistance, monitoring and verification
conservation measures identified by AEC. AHU
State of Tennessee
Systems are constant volume being converted to VAV,
and lighting replacement. Over 40 AHUs, and 800
Construction in progress.
Occupied
DDC points.
Rachael Jackson Building
215,625 square foot 9-story high rise building.
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, design
Nashville, Tennessee
Working for an ESCO that is implementing energy
assistance, monitoring and verification
conservation measures identified by AEC. AHU
State of Tennessee
Systems are constant volume being converted to VAV,
and lighting replacement. Over 10 AHUs, and 400
Construction in progress.
Occupied
DDC points.
Qwest Wireless Building
215,000 square foot 14-story high rise building.
HVAC, DDC controls, monitoring and verification.
Denver, Colorado
Demand side management program energy audit to
"No -cost/ low-cost energy conservation measures."
identify energy saving opportunities and investigate the
Qwest Wireless
feasibility and payback period. Investigation includes
datalogging and data analysis, and DDC system
Occupied
interrogation. 27 variable volume AHUs, and 350 DDC
points. VAV boxes are pneumatic controls.
Project in progress.
Bank One Greeley
135,000 square foot 7-story high rise building.
HVAC, DDC controls, monitoring and verification
Greeley, Colorado
Demand side management program energy audit to
"No -cost/ low-cost energy conservation measures."
identify energy saving opportunities and investigate the
Lincoln Park Properties
feasibility and payback period. Investigation includes
datalogging and data analysis, and DDC system
Occupied
interrogation. Two variable volume AHUs, 8 constant
volume AHUs, and 150 DDC points. VAV boxes are
Project in progress.
pneumatic controls.
Oppenheimer
289,000 square foot 3-story low rise building. Demand
HVAC, DDC controls, monitoring and verification
Englewood, Colorado
side management program energy audit to identify
"No -cost/ low-cost energy conservation measures."
energy saving opportunities and investigate the
Oppenheimer
feasibility and payback period. Investigation includes
datalogging and data analysis, and DDC system
Occupied
interrogation. Thirteen variable volume RTUs, 4
computer room AHUs, and 2700 DDC points
Project in progress.
(including 360 VAV boxes).
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Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
North Boulder Recreation Center
Recreation center remodel meeting LEED Silver
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, pool
Boulder, Colorado
requirements. Constant volume and variable volume
equipment, solar hot water system. LEED
mechanical system including boilers, DX equipment,
commissioning
City of Boulder
heat recovery air -handling units and associated
equipment and controls. Two pools heated with solar
Occupied
panels. Tridium DDC system.
Construction completed March 2003.
Pikes Peak Center
98,000 square foot county and city construction
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, LEED
Colorado Springs, Colorado
building. Variable volume mechanical system
commissioning..
including boilers, radiant heat panels, chiller plant with
County of Colorado Springs
thermal storage, air -handling units and associated
equipment and controls.
Construction in progress.
Occupancy scheduled April 2004
Emerging Technology Center
95,100 square foot high tech teaching laboratory
HVAC systems and DDC controls.
Memphis, Tennessee
building. York variable volume underfloor air
handling units, mechanical system including boilers,
University of Memphis
water-cooled chiller plant, campus central plant
Construction in progress.
integration, and associated equipment and controls.
Occupancy scheduled April 2004
Elementary School 29
55,000 square foot elementary school. Constant
HVAC, DDC controls, lighting controls, electrical
Broomfield, Colorado
volume and variable volume mechanical system
distribution and kitchen equipment systems.
including boilers, DX equipment, air -handling units
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
and associated equipment and controls.
Construction documents completed April 2002.
Occupancy scheduled August 2000
Fossil Ridge High School
300,000 square foot high school. Sustainable design
with energy -efficient HVAC and lighting
Design, construction, acceptance and post -acceptance
phase activities for HVAC, electrical distribution, BAS
Fort Collins, Colorado
showcase
systems, daylighting, BAS, and low environmental
controls, lighting controls, security and access controls,
Poudre School District
impact materials, site design, and construction
fire alarms, kitchen equipment and irrigation systems.
processes.
LEED Commissioning
Occupancy scheduled August 2004
Design development stage.
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Architectural Energy Corporation Representative Commissioning Projects
Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Niver Creek Middle School
85,000 square foot middle school. Multizone
Retro-commissioning project for existing and new
Westminster, Colorado
mechanical system including boilers, DX cooling and
HVAC equipment and new BAS control system.
BAS controls.
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
AEC performing existing system evaluations to inform
design team on required retrofit scope of work.
Completion scheduled August 2002
Northglenn Middle School
75,000 square foot middle school. Multizone
Retro-commissioning project for existing and new
Northglenn, Colorado
mechanical system including boilers, DX cooling and
HVAC equipment and new BAS control system.
BAS controls.
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
AEC performing existing system evaluations to inform
Completion scheduled August 2002
design team on required retrofit scope of work.
Century Middle School
116,000 square foot middle school. Constant volume
Retro-commissioning project for existing HVAC
Westminster, Colorado
reheat mechanical system including boilers, chiller
equipment and BAS control system.
plant with cooling tower and BAS controls.
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
Testing and final report complete.
Completion scheduled June 2002
Glacier Peak Elementary
55,000 square foot elementary school. Constant
HVAC, DDC controls, security and kitchen equipment
Broomfield, Colorado
volume reheat mechanical system including boilers,
systems.
DX chiller, air -handling units and associated equipment
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
and controls.
Testing and final report complete.
Occupied August 2001
City of Fort Collins New Office Building
70,000 square foot office building. Sustainable design
HVAC, DDC controls, daylighting, lighting control,
Fort Collins, Colorado
showcase with energy -efficient HVAC and lighting
fire alarm and security systems
systems, daylighting, EMCS, and low environmental
May 2001 estimated completion
impact materials, site design, and construction
Testing and final report complete.
processes. Design/Build construction process.
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Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Colorado School of Mines
40,000 square foot classroom, laboratory and faculty
Daylighting performance, dimming and occupancy
Center for Technology and Learning Media
office building. Sustainable design showcase with
sensor lighting controls.
Golden, Colorado
aggressive daylighting, high efficiency HVAC and
lighting systems.
Testing and final report complete.
Occupied August 2001
University of Wisconsin at Green Bay
120,000 square foot classroom, laboratory and faculty
HVAC, DDC controls, daylighting, lighting controls,
New Academic Building
office building. Sustainable design showcase with
solar pre -heating and PV systems.
Green Bay, Wisconsin
aggressive daylighting, high efficiency HVAC and
lighting systems, solar pre -heating of ventilation air
Continuing lighting control system evaluation.
Occupied August 2001
and building -integrated photovoltaic system.
Department of Energy, Pantex Plant
Continuous commissioning program development.
Completed initial training and program setup, using
Amarillo, Texas
Provide training, tools and support for plant -wide retro-
one office building as model for continuing work.
commissioning program. Document savings for hiring
Integrated ECM measures with ESPC.
April — September 2000
of staff to continue program.
Legacy High School
263,000 square foot high school. Constant volume
HVAC, DDC controls, fire alarm, security and kitchen
Broomfield, Colorado
reheat mechanical system including boilers, chillers,
equipment systems,
air -handling units, reheat coils and associated
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
equipment and controls. Commissioning program was
initiated by school district after award of contracts.
Testing and final report complete.
Occupied August 2000
Coyote Ridge Elementary School
50,000 square foot elementary school. Multizone
HVAC, DDC controls, fire alarm, security and kitchen
Broomfield, Colorado
mechanical system including boilers, DX cooling, air-
equipment systems.
handling units and associated equipment and controls.
Adams Twelve Five Star Schools
Commissioning program was initiated by school
Testing and final report complete.
district after award of contracts.
Occupied August 1999
Tesla Alternative School
75,000 square foot alternative school. Constant volume
HVAC and DDC control systems.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
reheat mechanical system including boilers, DX
cooling, air -handling units and associated equipment
Testing and final report complete.
Colorado Springs School District 11
and controls. Commissioning program was initiated by
school district after award of contracts. Objective of
Occupied August 1999
commissioning included training of district staff in
commissioning procedures.
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Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Jenkins Middle School
125,000 square foot middle school. Variable volume
HVAC and DDC control systems.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
mechanical system including boilers, DX cooling, air -
handling units and associated equipment and controls.
Testing and final report complete.
Colorado Springs School District 11
Commissioning program was initiated by school
district after award of contracts. Objective of
Occupied August 1999
commissioning includes supervising district staff who
are completing commissioning procedures.
U.S. Postal Service
Energy efficiency improvements were made to seven
HVAC, lighting, and control systems were
Post Office Buildings
U.S. Post Office facilities: Bulk Mail Facility,
commissioned by AEC.
Processing and Distribution Center, and five Post
Various southern California locations
Offices. Improvements included energy -efficient
Testing and final report complete.
lighting, HVAC system and controls.
1998
Veterans Administration Hospital
Energy efficiency improvements were made to a large
Chillers, boiler and cooling tower in central plant
West Los Angeles, California
Veterans Administration Hospital complex. The
facility. Air handling units and lighting in main
improvements included new chillers and boilers in the
hospital.
1998
central plant, air handling equipment in the main
hospital and energy -efficient lighting.
Testing and final report complete.
Department of the Navy
Energy efficiency improvements were made to a large
Base -wide energy management and control system,
29 Palms Marine Corps Ground Combat
Naval Training Center in the California desert. The
including new controls installed in new central plant
Center
base -wide energy management system was repaired
equipment and Naval Hospital air handling units.
29 Palms, California
and expanded, and HVAC and lighting system
Air handling units and lighting in Naval Hospital.
improvements made to the Naval Hospital.
1998
Testing and final report complete.
City of Santa Monica
Energy efficiency improvements were made to a
HVAC lighting and control systems in each of
Municipal Facilities
number of City of Santa Monica municipal facilities —
previously identified municipal facilities.
Santa Monica, California
City Hall, Main Library, two branch libraries, and the
Civic Auditorium.
Testing and final report complete.
1996-1997
State of Tennessee
Diagnostic testing of building energy systems to
HVAC, lighting and control systems.
State Office Building
identify operational and performance problems of
Chattanooga, Tennessee
HVAC, lighting and control systems.
Testing and final report complete.
1996
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Facility/Location/Owner/Date
Description
Commissioning Scope and Status
Nordstroms
A new 146,000 square foot Nordstroms Department
Evaporative cooling system, heat pump systems,
Department Store
Store was constructed in Santa Barbara, California.
lighting controls and EMS.
Santa Barbara, California
The store had many energy efficient design features,
including high efficiency HVAC and lighting systems,
Testing and final report complete.
1993
variable speed drives, energy -efficient motors, and
energy management and control system.
May Company
A new 170,000 square foot Robinson -May Department
Evaporative cooling system, heat pump systems,
Robinson -May Department Store
Store was constructed in Valencia, California. The
lighting controls and EMS.
Valencia, California
store had many energy efficient design features,
including high efficiency HVAC and lighting systems,
Testing and final report complete.
1993
variable speed drives, energy -efficient motors and
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• Lighting controls and daylight interaction
• Renewable energy systems
• Fire and Life Safety
• Security Systems
• Irrigation Systems
• Electrical systems
2.1 AEC Technical Approach to Commissioning
Building commissioning (as practiced by Architectural Energy Corporation) is a
comprehensive and systematic process to verify that the systems of a new building
perform as designed to meet the owner's requirements. Architectural Energy
Corporation's approach to commissioning is to form a cooperative commissioning
team involving the owner, design team, and contractors to create effective, efficient,
high performance buildings. Commissioning is a structured process to verify and
document that applicable building systems meet the design intent and owner's
operational requirements.
The members of the AEC Commissioning Team, are involved in design reviews,
construction documents review, Design Intent and Basis of Design documentation,
and a variety of functional testing performance verification tasks. A primary
objective of these efforts is to identify and resolve issues at the earliest possible
time, because to do so saves time and money.
Design and construction document reviews identify and resolve construction,
operation, and maintenance issues before they can become physical mechanical
problems. Construction observation and pre -functional inspection checklists
formalize the start-up process, ensuring that equipment or systems are ready for
acceptance testing. Functional performance testing becomes a management tool
for the owner to fully understand the "completion stage" of a facility construction
process, and associated acceptance and payment procedures.
It is not always feasible or necessary to perform functional performance testing
(FPT) on every piece of equipment because of cost implications and the reality that
often construction mistakes are repeated. AEC performs functional performance
tests on every piece of the following equipment, regardless of quantity: exhaust
fans, unit heaters, chillers, cooling towers, boilers, central plant pumps, and lighting
control devices. Other items that may be randomly checked (depending on quantity
and likeness) are: air handling units, terminal boxes (VAV), and radiant perimeter
heating. The decision on what types of systems to test on a sampling basis is
primarily based on funding, and importance, and is always discussed with the owner
to determine what level of sampling is appropriate for the system in question.
As a formal process, commissioning identifies and resolves operational and
performance problems during the construction, start-up, and acceptance phases
which reduces warranty call-backs. The occupants and operations staff receive a
Architectural Energy Corporation 5 Boulder, Colorado
Michael J. Holtz, President, Architectural Energy Corporation
FAIR, NCARB
Michael Holtz co-founded Architectural Energy Corporation in 1982.
Together with Donald Frey, PE, Mr. Holtz oversees all business
operations of AEC, including business administration and
development, and project -related activities. He participates in defining
the scope of services, ensuring resource availability and attending and
actively participating in project meetings and activities. Mr. Holtz
works with the project manager to ensure that AEC fully meets its
commitments and obligations to the client, as well as provides quality
assurance review of the work products created by the AEC team.
Mr. Holtz has worked full time in energy research, development and
design consulting since 1972. He has designed or consulted in the
design of hundreds of energy efficient, sustainable residential,
commercial, and institutional buildings, and actively participates in
organizations promoting sustainable design.
Education
State University of New York, Master of Architecture, 1974
Ball State University, Bachelor of Architecture, 1971
Professional Registration
Registered Architect, State of Colorado (2076), State of Tennessee (102720), and District of Columbia
(ARC 2608)
NCARB Certificate Number 21,799
Representative Proiects
• Mary Cofrin Hall -- University of Wisconsin at Green Bay
• Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Expansion
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -- Building 18 Laboratory/Office
• Stapleton Redevelopment Energy Master Planning
• Boulder Community Hospital
• Kendall Square Laboratory/Office
• Denver International Airport Landside Terminal
• Solar Energy Research Facility
• Corporate Express World Headquarters
Affiliations
American Institute of Architects
American Institute of Architects National Committee on the Environment
Association of Energy Services Professionals
US Green Building Council
Operating Agent, International Energy Agency
American Solar Energy Society
International Solar Energy Society
Awards
1996 Technical Merit Award, Energy Efficient Building Association
Boulder County Energy Conservation Award, 1989 and 1990
Distinguished Alumni Award 1983, Ball State University
Distinguished Alumni Award 2001, College of Architecture and Planning, Ball State University
2003 Award for Technical Excellence, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Donald J. Frey, P.E. Executive Vice President, Architectural Energy Corporation
Donald Frey has been engaged in business management, project
management, engineering, and energy -related research and
design for over twenty-six years. Together with Michael Holtz, AIA,
he founded Architectural Energy Corporation in 1982, after serving
as owner of Architectural Energy Consultants, a project manager
at the Solar Energy Research Institute, and Senior Engineer of
Applied Science and Engineering. Mr. Frey's work has focused on ^
the development and application of innovative building
performance evaluation techniques, including the DOE/SERI
Commercial End -Use Monitoring Project; ENFORMA® diagnostic,
commissioning and evaluation system; and the MicroDataLogger®
portable data acquisition system.
Mr. Frey recently managed a complex project conducting electric
load research on residential, commercial, and industrial customers
in Thailand. He continues his involvement and commitment to
performance evaluation, energy research, and diagnostic testing
through research and demonstration projects with utilities and
private industry clients.
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder, Master of Science in Civil Engineering, 1975 _
University of Colorado at Boulder, Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, 1971
Professional Registration
Registered Professional Engineer, State of Colorado #13960
Registered Professional Engineer, State of Tennessee #107772
Representative Proiects
• California Building Energy Initiative
• Saver's Switch Performance Evaluation
• California Energy Commission PIER projects
• Technical support for myFacilities.com
• Commercial Building Performance Evaluation Tailored Collaboration
• Load Research in Thailand
• Advanced Electric Technologies in a School Environment
Affiliations
American Society of Civil Engineers
Professional Engineers of Colorado
National Society of Professional Engineers
Awards
1996 Technical Merit Award, Energy Efficient Building Association
Citation - Annual Awards Program, Progressive Architecture — 1977
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Erik Kolderup, P.E . Associate Principal /Senior Engineer
Erik Kolderup has 12+ years experience in energy engineering, policy
consulting, and project management. He is a specialist in integrated energy
design and building energy simulation, and has consulted on a wide range of
commercial new construction projects. He has also conducted audits and
performance evaluation / diagnostic testing services in many commercial and
institutional facilities to identify savings opportunities.
Mr. Kolderup has led several large research projects including Reference
Specifications for Energy and Resource Efficiency Buildings, and Integrated
Design of Large Commercial HVAC Systems, both funded by the California
Energy Commission.
Mr. Kolderup's energy policy work has included building code and software
development for the State of Hawaii; fenestration research for development of
ASHRAE Standard 90.1; life -cycle cost studies for California's Title 24 energy
efficiency standard; and analysis of envelope conservation measures for a
new building energy standard in Hong Kong. He has provided energy code
training in Hawaii, New Mexico, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S.
Virgin Islands.
Mr. Kolderup has been a primary author for several design guidelines
including Commercial Building Energy Efficiency Guidelines, as well as the
Homeowner's Guide to Energy, Comfort and Value for the State of Hawaii. He
was a contributing author for the Best Practices Manual developed for the
Collaborative for High Performance Schools.
Prior to joining Architectural Energy Corporation, Mr. Kolderup worked as an
electrical engineer with the Center for Industrial Research in Oslo, Norway.
Education
Master of Science, Industrial Engineering, Stanford University, 1990
Master of Science and Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering, Stanford University, 1986
Professional Registration
Licensed Electrical Engineer, State of California
Representative Proiects
• San Francisco Civic Center Courthouse Commissioning; San Francisco, California
• Capital East End Office Complex; Sacramento, California
• Oakland International Airport Terminal 2 Expansion; Oakland, California
• UCSB Bren School for Environmental Science and Management; Santa Barbara, California
• Truckee Middle School; Truckee, California
• San Mateo Public Library; San Mateo, California
• Rustic Elementary School; Manteca, California
• Mendocino Aquatic Center; Ft. Bragg, California
Affiliations
Association of Energy Engineers, Member
American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Member
U.S. Green Building Council, Member
Architectural Energy Corporation Building Commissioning
Erik Jeannette, P.E. Staff Engineer, Architectural Energy Corporation
Erik Jeannette manages the Commissioning and Diagnostics
team at AEC. Mr. Jeannette's background is well-rounded in
mechanical systems, control systems, energy efficient design
concepts, energy monitoring and sustainable design. He offers _
mechanical controls expertise and control troubleshooting skills,
as well as experience with control system programming and
energy management design schemes. Mr. Jeannette also
provides assistance to the daylighting team by offering lighting
control solutions that compliment the daylighting designs and
lighting control commissioning. Mr. Jeannette has managed
over 30 commissioning and diagnostic projects in the past five
years, and receives great satisfaction from reducing energy use
in buildings.
Mr. Jeannette's background includes managing ASHRAE
funded building energy research projects involving indoor air
quality issues, optimizing thermal energy storage control and
various other university engineering research projects. He has
also been employed as a mechanical controls design engineer
where he was responsible for the design, sequences,
programming and commissioning of over 50 control projects
throughout the country. Often these projects were of the
design -build type requiring mechanical engineering and controls
engineering skills to solve the building's comfort or energy
problems.
Education
• University of Colorado at Boulder, Master of Science, Civil Engineering, emphasis in Building
Systems, 1997
• University of Colorado at Boulder, Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, emphasis in
Environmental Engineering, 1995
Professional Registration
• Professional Engineer in the state of Colorado. Registration number 37305
• EPA Certified Type II & III Refrigerant Technician
Representative Proiects
• Andrew Jackson and Rachael Jackson High -Rise Retrofit Commissioning
• Ice Mountain, Arrowhead, Ozarka, Red Boiling Springs Bottling Facilities Commissioning
• Adams 12 School District — Ten Schools of Varying Sizes and Scope
• Poudre School District — Fossil Ridge High School
• Public Service of Colorado, Downtown District Chilled Water Project, Denver
• Hallmark Entertainment Central Control Room
• FAA Longmont UPS Backup Generator
• Hanna Ranch Water Treatment Plant Control System
• Tamarac Plaza Hybrid Mechanical and Control System
• National Jewish Hospital Campus Controls Design and Commissioning
• School of Mines CTLM Building Lighting Commissioning
• AMGEN Thermal Storage Optimization
Architectural Energy Corporation Building Commissioning
John C. Wood, P.E. Staff Engineer, Architectural Energy Corporation
John Wood is a commissioning agent with AEC. He also is
involved in sustainable design assistance, energy monitoring, and
analysis.
Mr. Wood's experience and interest in renewable energy
implementation is remarkable. He worked five years [1993-1998]
on part time contracts with Sun Energy Systems in San Antonio
building solar thermal collectors, installing, maintaining, and
designing solar thermal systems. He also worked almost three
years [1998-2001] with Jade Mountain in Boulder, Colorado as
Appropriate Technology Access Facilitator, designing, installing,
and facilitating the access to renewable energy, water
conservation, water purification, energy efficient appliances,
lighting, and other "appropriate technologies for sustainable living."
He has four years of Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing experience
with Professional Engineers' Balancing Laboratory in San Antonio,
Texas [1994-1998]. This experience includes several Air Force
Base projects on which he was on the commissioning team,
prepared the checklists, and led the functional performance
testing.
Education
Trinity University, San Antonio, TX. Bachelor of Science, [1992] Engineering Science Major, Math
Minor
Professional Registration
State of Colorado Professional Engineer [2002]. Registration number 36808
U.S. Green Building Council LEEDTm 2.0 Accredited Professional [2002]
Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association certified for Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal System
Design and Installation. [2000]
National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) previously Qualified Supervisor of the Testing,
Adjusting, and Balancing of Air and Hydronics Systems, [1998]
EPA Certified Universal Refrigerant Technician
Representative Proiects
• School of Mines CTLM Building Lighting Commissioning
• Adams 12 District — Elementary 28 HVAC Commissioning
• Lighting and Renewable Energy Commissioning, University of Wisconsin at Green Bay
• California Rooftop Unit Performance Evaluation Study with the New Building Institute
• Lackland Air Force Base HVAC Commissioning, San Antonio, Texas
Affiliations
Colorado Environmental Balancing Bureau
Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association
Colorado Renewable Energy Society
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Tracy M. Phillips, El Staff Engineer, Architectural Energy Corporation
Tracy Phillips is co -leader of AEC's ESCo/Utility Services Business
Area Team and manages projects in building energy and demand -
side management. His responsibilities include project
management, monitoring plan development, field installation and
retrieval of monitoring equipment, energy analysis, diagnosing
operational problems within commercial buildings, and performing
preliminary and comprehensive detailed energy studies of _
commercial buildings.
Mr. Phillips frequently develops DOE-2 building energy simulation
models to assess proposed energy conservation measures for
design assistance and building retrofit projects. He utilizes his
monitoring and diagnostic skills on existing buildings to calibrate
models and uncover energy conservation opportunities.
Education --
Stevens Institute of Technology, Master of Science in Physics, 1994
University of Richmond, Bachelor of Science in Physics, Minors in Mathematics and Computer
Science, 1993.
Professional Reoistration
Colorado Registered El, June 2000
EPA Certified Universal Refrigerant Technician
Representative Proiects
• NOAA David Skaggs Research Center SAVEnergy Audit
• Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area SAVEnergy Audit
• Energy Conservation Potential Analysis and Thermal Load Study for the State of Tennessee
• Southern California Retrocommissioning Initiative —
• County of San Bernardino Measurement & Verification
• NIST Campus SAVEnergy Audit
• BLM Reno State Office Building SAVEnergy Audit
• Fort Hood MEDCOM ESCo Engineering
• Andrew and Rachel Jackson Buildings ESCo Engineering
• Fort Sill MEDCOM ESCo Engineering
• Oak Ridge Measurement & Verification
• City of Corona Measurement & Verification
• Santa Monica Measurement & Verification
• Brevard County Schools Measurement & Verification
• Atlanta Public Schools Measurement & Verification
Affiliations
American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers
Association of Energy Engineers
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Kosol Kiatreungwattana Staff Engineer, Architectural Energy Corporation
Kosol Kiatreungwattana is engaged in field energy auditing, load
research, and performance monitoring activities at Architectural
Energy Corporation. Mr. Kiatreungwattana brings education
and experience in HVAC design and analysis, building energy
analysis, diagnostic testing and software engineering. Mr.
Kiatreungwattana is experienced in Fortran, C, C++, Visual
Basic, and UNIX languages, and uses the ASEAM, DOE-2,
ENERGY-10 and other building energy analysis simulations.
He has developed energy analysis software, including a
program to simulate the behavior and performance of an indirect
ice storage system.
Education
University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado, Master of Science in Civil, Environmental and Architectural
Engineering (Building Energy Systems), 1998
Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, 1993
Registration
EPA Certified Universal Refrigerant Technician
Representative Proiects
• Phipps Conservatory, Energy Analysis and Design
• Larimer Country Office Building, Sustainable Design and Analysis
• Aspen High School, Expansion and Renovation
• Janus Corporate Campus, Plug Load Study
• Northern State Power, Dual Stage Saver's Switch Performance Evaluation
• Northern State Power, Custom Solutions Evaluation
• Fort Hood MEDCOM, HVAC Audit of MEDCOM Facilities at Fort Hood, Texas
• Southern California Edison, Monitoring and Verification Services for San Bernardino County
• CVS Pharmacies, Energy Analysis and Design for CVS Pharmacies
• Electricity Authority of Thailand (EGAT), Thailand Load Research Study
Affiliations
Member, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Architectural Energy Corporation Building Commissioning
Kevin Mueller, El Staff Engineer, Architectural Energy Corporation
Kevin Mueller is a member of Architectural Energy Corporation's
Building Commissioning Business Area Team, and serves as a
commissioning agent on AEC commissioning and diagnostic
testing projects. Mr. Mueller has experience in HVAC and
process mechanical system design, as well as refrigeration and
air conditioning equipment service and repair.
Mr. Mueller is an expert in diagnosing operational and
performance problems in HVAC and refrigeration systems. He
is experienced in developing and implementing short-term
monitoring plans, using advanced data acquisition equipment
and diagnostic software. He has managed a university HVAC
teaching and research laboratory, and has worked as an HVAC
design engineer for a design -build mechanical contractor, where
his responsibilities included piping, duct, load, and sizing
calculations for systems and equipment; drafting / CAD redlines;
permit and construction documents; and review of documents
from all trades for coordination purposes.
As a commissioning agent, Mr. Mueller plans and implements
commissioning activities, including functional performance tests
and short-term monitoring, on HVAC, refrigeration, lighting, and
control systems in commercial, industrial, and institutional
buildings.
Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, emphasis in
energy efficiency and instrumentation, 1998
Professional Registration
Colorado Registered Engineer -in -Training, 2002
EPA Certified Universal Refrigerant Technician --
Representative Proiects
• University of Memphis Federal Express Emerging Technology Complex Commissioning
North Boulder Recreation Center Commissioning
Niver Creek Middle School Commissioning
• 2004 High School / Poudre School District Commissioning
Affiliations
American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers
Rocky Mountain Association of Energy Engineers
Colorado Renewable Energy Society
Nederland Renewable Energy Project -- Founding Member
Architectural Energy Corporation
Building Commissioning
Tianzhen Hong, PhD, P.E . Senior Engineer, Architectural Energy Corporation
Dr. Tianzhen Hong, Senior Engineer, leads commercial energy
software development efforts at Architectural Energy
Corporation, and participates in energy design assistance,
research and commissioning projects. He has a wide interest in
building science and his research, design and commissioning
experience covers, building energy and HVAC modeling, design
and operation optimization, fault diagnosis, air -flow modeling,
and software development. Dr. Hong has authored or co-
authored more than 30 technical papers and reports in the past
10 years.
Prior to joining Architectural Energy Corporation, Dr. Hong was
the Senior R&D Engineer with SuperSymmetry Services in
Singapore. He also worked with the Building Research
Establishment in the United Kingdom, and was a postdoctoral
research fellow at the National University of Singapore and a
lecturer at Tsinghua University, China.
Education
Ph.D, Master of Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Tsinghua University, China, 1994
Bachelor of Engineering, HVACR; Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics, Tsinghua University,
China, 1991
Professional Registration
Licensed Mechanical Engineer, State of California
USGBC LEED Accredited Professional
Representative Projects
• Development of an energy module for PLACE 3S, CEC PIER, California
• Building energy analysis for Terminal 2 of Oakland International Airport; Oakland, California
Building energy analysis for Fresno Juvenile Detention Facility; Fresno, California
• LEED energy analysis for North Clackamas High School; North Clackamas, Oregon
• Feasibility studies of photovoltaic systems for offices and schools in Portola, Brawley and Santa
Barbara, California
• Hawaii energy efficiency guidelines for commercial buildings; Hawaii
• Advanced design guideline for VAV systems, CEC PIER, California
• Time dependent value analysis of water heating energy use, PG&E, California
Affiliations
American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Member
International Building Performance Simulation Association (IBPSA), Member
Awards
1996 Excellent Young Teacher Award, Tsinghua University, China
1995 National Award on Progress of Research in Science and Technology, China Ministry of
Education
1994 Outstanding PhD Graduate Award, Tsinghua University, China
1994 Top 10 Post -graduates Award, Tsinghua University, China
1993 Fundamental Research Award, Tsinghua University, China
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Commissioning Services for CSU Phase 11
May 2004
Appendix B:
ENFORMO Commissioning Toolkit
MicroDataLog�er® Product Literature
ENFORMA Product Literature
Architectural Energy Corporation Appendix Boulder, Colorado
Commissioning Services for CSU Phase it May 2004
fully functioning facility to move into. Another important benefit of a formal
commissioning process is the active participation of the buildings operation and
maintenance (O&M) staff in the commissioning process. The O&M staff's
participation in the commissioning activities help support their efforts to operate and
maintain the commissioned systems at peak performance.
The net result of commissioning is that the design and construction processes run
more smoothly. It is a win -win situation for owners, occupants, design team,
contracting team, and O&M staff. The building has been "checked out' and is ready
for occupancy, knowing that commissioned equipment and systems perform as
designed. The building systems have also been "benchmarked," and thus their
performance can be tracked to maintain their performance over time. To provide for
optimal performance longevity, the AEC Commissioning Report includes detailed
information about the equipment design parameters, operation, deficiency history,
and preventative maintenance requirements. AEC also provides for access to
electronic versions of report information that the client may desire.
Architectural Energy Corporation employs innovative methods to organize, track,
implement, and document the commissioning process and results. Its ENFORMA®
Commissioning Toolkit is a powerful database application consisting of the
CommissioningManagerTM, BuildingAnalyzerTM and MicroDataLoggeP. Together
these tools enable the AEC Commissioning Team to efficiently and effectively plan
and implement the commissioning process. All information and data are captured,
recorded, and reported to ensure that the completed (and commissioned) building
system performs as designed and meets the intent and requirements of the owner.
Appendix B has a summary description of Architectural Energy Corporation's
ENFORMe Commissioning Toolkit and MicroDataLoggero data acquisition system.
2.2 AEC LEED-Related Commissioning Experience
Architectural Energy Corporation is experienced in providing LEED-related
commissioning services. The table below summarizes the completed or in -progress
LEED-related commissioning projects, together with the LEED rating level, and
whether the Additional Commissioning credit was included in the scope of services.
Additional
Commissioning
Project Name LEED Rating Credit Scope
North Boulder Recreation Center
Boulder, Colorado
Ice Mountain Water Bottling Plant
Big Rapids, Michigan
LEED Silver Awarded
LEED Certified Awarded
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Architectural Energy Corporation Appendix Boulder, Colorado
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Architectural Energy Corporation (AEC) is pleased to announce the development of the
ENFORMX Commissioning ToolkitTM. The toolkit is based on AEC's more than 20 years of
experience in evaluating and commissioning a diversity of building types — offices, restaurants,
retail stores, K-12 schools, university facilities, hospitals, industrial, research laboratories, and
mixed -use commercial developments.
AEC has developed many innovative, patented techniques for diagnostic testing and
commissioning building HVAC, lighting, and control systems to achieve high levels of energy
efficiency, and savings. The ENFORMA Commissioning Toolkit brings all these techniques
together into a single, comprehensive commissioning application.
The ENFORMA Commissioning Toolkit allows you to launch into the commissioning of new or
existing buildings with the management skills of an accomplished commissioning agent through
a comprehensive suite of commissioning tools that include the following features:
Project Information — Contact Directory
• Commissioning Equipment Data
• Design Review Checklists
• Commissioning Plan Template
• Pre -Functional Checklists
• Functional Performance Test Plans
• Short -Term Monitoring Plans
• Project Scheduling Template
• Deficiency Report Tracking
• Proposal Generation Template
• Final Commissioning Report Template
• HVAC and Lighting Analyzer Software
• Four -Channel Data Loggers
• Variety of Sensors for Data Logger Use
The ENFORMA Commissioning Toolkit provides users a multitude of benefits for effective,
efficient, and successful commissioning efforts:
• Organized framework for providing commissioning services.
• Use of a proven, successful commissioning process and suite of tools and
techniques.
• Capture and store project information and data generated during the
commissioning process.
• Event -driven scheduling for commissioning activities to integrate with the
design and construction process.
• Generate the numerous reports required by the commissioning process:
commissioning plan, deficiency lists, etc.
• Re -use prior commissioning project information on new projects with the click
of a button.
For more information on Architectural Energy Corporation's ENFORMA Commissioning
Toolkit, or other products and services, please contact us via our toll -free number at 800-450-
4454, or visit us online at www.archenergy.com.
ENFORMO Commissioning ToolkitIrM Product Description
The ENFORMe Commissioning ToolkitTM consists of a powerful commissioning database,
innovative diagnostic software, and a reliable data acquisition system to offer commissioning
agents an unparalleled means to efficiently perform and manage the commissioning process.
ENFORMAO Commissioning ToolkitTM
CommissioningManagerTML''> BuildingAnalyzerTM MicroDataLogger®
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software organizes the
commissioning process and
stores all the information and
data collected throughout the
commissioning process. The
user can select the phase of the
commissioning process and the
relevant tools will be provided, or
the user can directly select the
required tool.
The Comm issioningManager
software can easily track a
commissioning project from
design phase reviews through
construction phase observations
and functional testing, all the
way to warranty phase short-
term monitoring and final report
preparation.
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Corporation's patented building
diagnostic and commissioning
software.
The software fully integrates the
planning and data acquisition
processes for you, as well as
simplifies the diagnostic pro-
cess through its filtering tools to
narrow data searches and a
report feature to document
results.
These features enable com-
missioning agents, facility man-
agers, engineers, and service
staff to quickly and easily
assess the dynamic operating
performance of HVAC, lighting,
and control systems to achieve
high levels of energy efficiency
and savings.
The MicroDataLogger® data
acquisition system fills a unique
niche in the data logger market
with features no other data
logger provides in one system.
Battery -powered operation for
low-cost installation
Small, portable size so it can be
tucked inside electric panels
12-bit resolution for accurate,
time -synchronized data
True RMS current measuring
capability
Ability to power sensors from
the logger's battery
Flexibility to use nearly any
combination any sensors
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Step One - Plan:
Step Two - Measure:
Step Three - Analyze:
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The Plan process begins with the
Enter Reference
user entering reference and
scheduling information into the
Information
ENFORMA software. Next, the
user indicates which systems are
Set Monitoring Schedule
to be monitored. Based on this
information, the software creates
Describe HVAC and
a structured monitoring plan and
Lighting Systems
indicates which sensors are
needed, as well as where the data
Select Monitoring Strategy
loggers should be placed. The
user then reviews the plan, makes
Create Monitoring Plan
any final configuration changes,
and then initializes the
Initialize
MicroDataLogg&X data acquisi-
MicroDataLogger Units
tion system to gather time -
synchronized data.
Deploy
MicroDataLogger Units
Time -Synchronized Data
Collection
Auto -Start and Auto -Stop
Logging
In the Measure process, the user
deploys the MicroDataLogger
units in the specified locations
throughout the building to be
tested. Since the loggers are
small and battery powered,
installation is fast and simple. At
the end of the monitoring period,
the user retrieves the data loggers
and downloads the collected data
directly into the ENFORMA
software. Data also may be
imported to the ENFORMA
software from the building's
energy management system.
In the Analyze phase, the
ENFORMA software automatically
performs calculations to convert
Retrieve
the data into information useful
MicroDataLogger Units
for performance diagnostics. The
software tracks each data stream
Download Data
and eliminates the need to
manage the raw data. With more
Perform Calculations
than 150 predefined diagnostic
plots, the software facilitates
Perform Diagnostics
finding solutions to a broad
spectrum of operational problems
Develop Load Shapes
in HVAC, lighting and control
systems. Features include time -
Generate Reports
series plots to review system
relationships, filtering tools to
narrow searches, and a report
feature to document results.
The ENFORMAS Portable Diagnostic Solutions is Architectural Energy Corporation's patented
building diagnostic and commissioning system. Through its analysis software and data acquisition
hardware, the ENFORMA system fully integrates the planning and data acquisition processes for you,
Air Distribution Diagnostics as well as simplifies the diagnostic process. This enables facility managers, consulting engineers,
Scheduling, temperature control, commissioning agents and service contractors to quickly and easily assess the dynamic operating
economizer, humidifier, evaporative performance of HVAC, lighting and control systems, and ultimately achieve high levels of energy
cooler, static pressure & fan control, efficiency and savings.
distribution system heat gain,
simultaneous heating/cooling Unlike current methods such as spot checks and one-time equipment testing, the ENFORMA system
eliminates guess work by utilizing actual performance data to diagnose building system problems.
Plant Diagnostics This capability allows you to compete in new markets and protect existing markets by offering new
Boiler: scheduling, hot water service capabilities and also provide existing services with greater efficiency and accuracy than ever
temperature control, cycling before ... all through the simple steps of Plan, Measure, and Analyze.
Chiller: scheduling, CHW
temperature control, heat rejection,
cycling, interlock, performance
DX Cooling Plant: scheduling and
interlock, heat rejection, cycling,
performance
Cooling Tower: scheduling,
temperature control, capacity,
cycling
Heat Pump: backup heat,
scheduling and interlock, heat
source and rejection cycling,
performance, water loop heat pump
Thermal Energy Storage:
interaction, scheduling, operational
modes
Zone Diagnostics
Zone temperature control, terminal
system operation
Lighting control schedule, dimming
system performance, occupancy
sensor evaluation, lighting usage
load shape, lighting savings
evaluation, general end -use load
shape
80486 or better processor
8 MB RAM
24 MB free disk space
Windows® 95 or higher
Plan:
Measure:
Analyze:
This screen shot shows one step
in defining the facility's
systems: an Air -Handling Unit
and its connection to both the
heating and cooling systems in
the facility, as well as its fans
and resulting maximum flow
rate. All of this information is
entered through pull -down
menus and click buttons.
This screen shot shows a logger
plan as created by the
ENFORMA software from all of
the information entered when
defining the facility's systems.
The software allows you to
modify the plan to reduce or
increase the number of mon-
itoring points. The software
then programs each of the
MicroDataLogger units. They
are then placed throughout the
facility to collect the required
data.
In this software screen shot, the
top graph shows the modulation
of an economizer to maintain a
minimum mixed air
temperature ... just as it is
supposed to be doing as shown
in the bottom diagnostic plot
found in the software. The
software's many data plot
comparisons identify correct
operation or system problems
so that you know what requires
attention.
Channel Capacity
Four universal input/output
channels accept both analog and
digital signal conditioning
modules.
Module Auto ID
Automatic logger programming
of module/sensor signal type and
range information.
Analog Resolution
1.2 mV or 4,096 parts (12 bit
A/D conversion).
Analog Accuracy
f0.1 % of full scale reading based
on a precision voltage reference
(3 ppm/°C typical temperature
coefficient).
Real -Time Clock
tl minute/month over full
operating temperature range.
Sample Interval
User -programmable sample
intervals: 3, 6, 15, and 30 seconds
and 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, and
Injection molded, gray ABS
plastic, standard: environmentally
Two through -holes each for #6-
32 flat -head screws standard;
magnetic, Velcro and other types
of mounting optional.
Size and Weight
14.7x 12.6 x 5.7 nun (6 x 5 x
2.25 inches) and 500 g (17.6 oz.)
including internal battery and
with no modules installed.
User Interface
16 characters by two line alpha-
numeric display, push-button
switch and audible signal tone.
Computer Interface
RS-232 serial interface; baud
rate: default 19,200 bps; data
format: eight data bits, no parity,
one stop bit; cable 72 in. (183
cm) with nine -pin female "D"
Memory Capacity
64,000 measurements total (i.e.
16,000 per channel).
Memory Retention
Data retention greater than 20
years without power, using non-
volatile 128 kbytes Flash
memory chip.
Internal Power
Six volt, one Ahr., rechargeable
sealed lead -acid battery pack.
Typical recharge time is 8 to 12
Operating: +32 to +122 OF (0 to
+50°C), 90% RH non -
condensing. Storage: -4 to +140
OF (-20 to +60°C), 5% to 95%
RH non -condensing.
FCC Compliance
Class B, sub -part J, paragraph 15,
and European standard CISPR 22
In -- Specifications
Battery Life
When taking readings once per
minute using low -power sensors,
battery life is 30 days or more.
Less frequent sampling results in
longer battery life. A fully -
charged battery will power a
typically configured logger for a
minimum of 64,000 logged
readings.
Signal Conditioning Modules
DC Voltage
Ranges: 5 to 500 V do
333 mV RMS
Occupancy
Pulse Counting
Relative Humidity
Status AC/DC Voltage
Temperature, thermistor
Light —Level and Status
Occupancy
Pressure -Barometric
Pressure -Gage
Relative Humidity
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The MDL-DATAMANAOER software is used to program the MICRODATALOGOER Units
for use. This process is called configuration. It is in this software window that you
Enter a Start Date and a Start Time, a Duration for logging data (a data
collection/recording period), and the Sample Interval (a measurement frequency).
You also select the sensor types or user -configurable modules to connect to third -
party sensors to the MICRODATALOGGER unit on this screen. When all of this is
selected, the configuration is sent to the MICRODATALOOOER unit via serial cable
connection by clicking on the "Send Config" button.
The MDL-DATAMANAOER software is compatible with Windows® operating
systems dating back to Windows® 95.
Slope & Offset Wizard
This screen shot shows the Slope and Offset Wizard. Because of the
MICRODATALOOOER Unit's ability to connect to nearly any sensor with user -
configurable modules, this wizard is provided to ensure that the sensor signal
connecting to the logger is properly read and recorded as data.
The Wizard that appears is based on the module selected for use. Simply follow
the step-by-step instructions on the window that appears, and be certain to click on
the Calculate button at Step 3, and then click OK to return to the Configuration
Parameters window where the Wizard automatically transfers the Slope, Offset,
and Output Units into their respective fields.
The Wizard also provides a Help option to address user questions.
Four Graphed Data Streams
The Graph functions provide many useful features in addition to quick viewing of
MICRODATALOOOER data files. The graphing function permits the creation of up to
four time -synchronized data plots from one to four data files collected by up to four
MICRODATALOOOER units. Time and value scaling can be changed using a mouse
zooming feature. The data plots can be saved, imported into other programs using
the clipboard, and printed.
When "Zoom Mode" is selected, the zoom feature will become activated when the
left mouse button is held down and the mouse pointer is dragged across the screen.
In multi -plot mode, a box is displayed on the screen showing the minimum and
maximum time that will be used to draw the new re -scaled graph.
One -Plot Graphing of Data Streams
This screen shot shows the "One -Plot" mode graphing feature. This feature
permits the creation of up to 25 data streams which can be added from any
combination of data files. Time and value scaling can be changed using mouse
zooming. The data plots can be saved, imported into other programs using the
clipboard, and printed.
The "Zoom Mode" can be used in one -plot graphing by dragging the mouse to
include the portion of the time scale to be expanded. When the left button is
released, the graph will be redrawn with the new time scale. This operation can be
undone by clicking the left arrow button (<<) on the graph view, or redone by
clicking the right arrow button (>>). To view the entire data set, click the Reset
button.
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Appendix C:
Attachment 1
Attachment 4
Architectural Energy Corporation Appendix Boulder, Colorado
Commissioning Services for CSU Phase 11
May 2004
Architectural Energy Corporation Appendix Boulder, Colorado
Attachment 1
BUY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS -49 U.S.C. 53230) - 49 CFR Part 661
Certification requirement for procurement of steel, iron, or manufactured products.
Certificate of Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 53236)(1)
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will meet the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 53230)(1)
and the applicable regulations in 49 CFR Part 661.
Date 1,004;
Cinnnfi rn /VV�A�D �.464
Company Name Architectural Energy Corporation
Title President
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Project Name
Fossil Ridge High Sch
Fort Collins, Colorado
LEED
LEED
expected
Additional
Commissioning
Credit Scope
Department of Transportation Facility LEED Certified expected ,l
U.S. General Services Administration
Lakewood, Colorado
Pikes Peak Regional County Building LEED Silver expected
Pikes Peak, Colorado
Belmar Development 2M3 Building LEED Certified expected ,1
Denver, Colorado
Arrowhead Water Bottling Plant LEED Certified expected d
Cabazon, California
Ozarka Water Bottling Plant LEED Certified expected
Tyler, Texas
Red Boiling Springs Water Bottling Plant LEED Certified expected ,I
Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee
Madison Water Bottling Plant LEED Certified expected
Madison, Florida
Phipps Conservatory Welcome Center LEED Certified expected
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Fort Collins Vehicle Storage Buildings LEED Certified expected �f
Fort Collins, Colorado
In addition to the LEED-related commissioning efforts shown in the above table,
Architectural Energy Corporation's sustainable design assistance staff have been
responsible for obtaining formal LEED Certification for the following projects:
• New England Regional Laboratory
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
North Chelmsford, Massachusetts
• North Boulder Recreation Center
Boulder, Colorado
Gold Certification awarded
Silver Certification awarded
Architectural Energy Corporation 7 Boulder, Colorado
Attachment 4
Certification Regarding Lobbying
Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements
(To be submitted with each bid or offer exceeding $100,000)
The undersigned [Contractor] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to
any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection
with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal
loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal,
amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for
making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or
employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this
Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and
submit Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its
instructions [as amended by "Government wide Guidance for New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61
Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96). Note: Language in paragraph (2) herein has been modified in
accordance with Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P. L. 104-65, to be codified
at 2 U.S.C. 1601, et seq .)]
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the
award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts
under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and
disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance
was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification
is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by 31, U.S.C. 1352 (as
amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any person who fails to file the required
certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000
for each such failure.
[Note: Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352(c)(1)-(2)(A), any person who makes a prohibited expenditure or
fails to file or amend a required certification or disclosure form shall be subject to a civil penalty
of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such expenditure or failure.]
The Contractor, Architectural Energy Corporation , certifies or affirms
the truthfulness and accuracy of each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition,
the Contractor understands and agrees that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. A 3801, et seq., applyto
this certificghon ayd isc sure, if any.
Adwi Signature of Contractor's Authorized Official
Michael J. Ho tz, AIA, President Name and Title of Contractor's Authorized Official
nW Iti, 4- Date
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Appendix D:
Addendum No. 1 Acknowledgement
Architectural Energy Corporation acknowledges receipt of P-939 Addendum No. 1,
CSU Phase Commissioning, and has incorporated this addendum into this proposal.
Architectural Energy Corporation Appendix Boulder, Colorado
From:
esa@esaorg.com
To:
<joneill@fcgov.com>
Date:
5/19/04 11:56AM
Subject:
RFP P-939
Mr. O'Neil;
It has come to our attention that, due to a printing error, the resumes of
our staff were omitted from Energy Service Associates' Proposal.
Please find these documents attached.
Jim Walsh
Michael J. Renner
ESA, Inc. -- 3333 Iris Ave. — Boulder, CO 80302 — (303) 530-0977 — mrenner@esaorg.com
%je,tive Engineering career focused on the development and utilization of renewable
energies and the practice of resource conservation in residential and commercial
applications.
Work History'
Jan. 2003' Energy Service Associates Inc.
present
Resource Engineer
• Project developer and manager for resource conservation projects with large
commercial and public facility owners.
• Commissioning Agent for mechanical and control system installations.
• Perform operations and utility analyses and develop conservation strategies.
• Review designs for use of "best practices" and analyze and suggest ECMs to
achieve the best overall operational efficiency.
Projects History:
July 2002 —
Oct. 2002
June 1996 —
Dec. 1999
Education
Related
Coursework
o Town of Vail -- Shared Savings Project Manager, LEED Development
o Pitkin County Public Works -- Shared Savings PM, Re -Commissioning Agent
o Vail Resorts, Beaver Creek — BAS Re -commissioning Agent
Harrison Schools -- BAS Commissioning Agent
E SOURCE
Researcher/Writer
Member of the Technology Assessment Group. Researched energy end -use
technologies and wrote reports and articles describing the technology and gave
actionable recommendations.
University of Colorado
Lead Engineer, Solar Decathlon
Supervised the design and Construction Manager of the winning home in the Solar
Decathlon, DOE's international solar design competition. The University of
Colorado was awarded First Place in the 2002 Washington D.C. national
competition between colleges and universities.
Banner Engineering Corporation
Product Engineer/Advanced Product Research Team
University of Colorado at Boulder
Architectural Engineering, BS
Minnesota State University at Mankato
Electrical Engineering and Technology, BS
• HVAC Design • Building Energy Lab
• Environmental` Systems for Buildings • Solar Design
• Mechanical Systems for Buildings 0 Illumination Engineering
Energy Service Associates, :Inc.
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Resume
JAMES P. WALSH, PRESIDENT
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Master ofArts, Public Administration, 1977.
University of Colorado Graduate School of Public Affairs, Boulder,
CO. Graduate emphasis on energy policy analysis, especially as
related to U.S. Government policies during 1970's "energy crisis".
Served as Student Administrator to President of University 1975-76.
Member of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies "Sunset"
studies graduate internship 1976-77.
Bachelor o Arts, Individually Structured Major
(Economics, Political Science, Sociology) 1975. University of Colorado at
Boulder.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
1989 to Present:
Founder and President, Energy Service Associates, Inc., Boulder, CO.
ESA is a Colorado small business that provides resource management
consulting and turnkey operational management services to public and
private sector clients.
ESA's clients include school districts, municipalities, counties, utility
companies, and commercial clients including the country's premier ski
resorts. ESA's services include energy conservation programs, security
systems engineering and planning, FEMS and CMMS design and
development, and water resource management services. ESA provides
turnkey project management and commissioning services for all our projects.
ESA's Colorado school district clients include Boulder Valley, Harrison
Two, Falcon 49, Woodland Park, and Denver Public Schools.
Mr. Walsh received the Association of Energy Engineers' regional Enerey
Manager of The Year award for 1993 for the Boulder Valley Schools' $8
million Energy Modernization Program, and the district won a regional
Energy Protect of the Year award in 1995.
Resume
James P. Walsh
page 2
1986 to 1989:
Branch Manager and Marketing Director, Energy Masters Corporation,
Denver, CO. Mr. Walsh directed a full -service energy engineering, test and
balance, and project contracting operation in the Denver branch until June,
1989. Projects were marketed primarily to ski and golf resorts nationally,
and included conservation projects for Vail, Beaver Creek, Copper
Mountain, Mammoth, Squaw Valley, Tammaron, and Innisbrook resorts,
among others. Energy conservation projects encompassing more than 4
million square feet with a total value exceeding $3.5 million were completed
by the Denver branch under Mr. Walsh's direction.
A project developed by Mr. Walsh and installed for Vail Associates, Inc.
which incorporated one of the first applications of "shared savings"
financing received both a State of Colorado and U.S. Department of Energy
EnerInnovation Award for the company in 1987.
1980 to 1986:
Founder and President, Energy Institute, Inc., Broomfield, CO. (formerly
Computerized Energy Audits, Inc.) EI was originally organized as a
residential energy conservation company with an emphasis on energy audits
and instrumented technical studies of energy consumption. The company
was acquired by Energy Masters in July, 1986. EI was one of a handful of
firms nationally to incorporate blower door and furnace efficiency testing
techniques in conjunction with standardized computer analyses to accurately
depict the energy load profiles of new and existing homes. EI's construction
division performed residential energy retrofits, and was recognized by the
City of Boulder and Metropolitan Home Builders Association of Denver for
certifying the air infiltration rates of new homes.
While with EI, Mr. Walsh was instrumental in the development of the Home
Energy Loan Program (HELP), which won the State of Colorado and U.S.
Department of Energy Enerey Innovation Awards in 1985. The HELP
program provided an accurate appraisal too] for energy conservation
improvements on homes, and was endorsed and accepted by major primary
and secondary mortgage lenders, FHA, VA, and the Society of Real Estate
Appraisers.
EI adopted to a commercial focus as energy costs stabilized or declined in
the mid-80's, and developed and executed some of the first "shared savings"
now "performance contracting" contracts with Vail and Copper Mountain
resorts and a number of commercial office buildings in the Denver area.
Resume
James P. Walsh
page 3
1977 to 1980:
Contractor, residential properties. Originally recruited by the Solar Energy
Research Institute after graduation in 1977, Mr. Walsh organized and
operated a residential construction company after SERI's budget (and the
position for which he was recruited) was cut in the spring of 1977. Mr.
Walsh's continued interest in energy conservation techniques, coupled with
his hands-on experience in residential construction, led to the decision in
1980 to form a company with emphasis on residential energy audits and
retrofit.
JENNIFER MEINERZ
OBJECTIVE & Motivated, personable professional seeking career utilizing successful project management
PROFILE and writing experience, creative thinking, and a high degree of responsibility.
• Talent for quickly mastering responsibilities and new skills. Diplomatic with
professionals and non-professionals at all levels.
• Effective Communicator. Polished telephone, interpersonal, and writing skills.
• Detail -oriented `multi-tasker.' Able to balance competing priorities and tight deadlines.
Known for quality and timely completion of projects.
SHILLS Professional: Computer Software:
SUMMARY CMMS Development and Integration MicroMain XM
Database Administration Microsoft Office Suite
Technical Writing/Professional Correspondence Microsoft Access 2000
Project Management/Executive Assistant PowerPoint
Customer Service QuickBooks
Research Projects/Information Excalibur Oil & Gas Accounting
Accounting/Bookkeeping (A/P, A/R)
PROFESSIONAL Energy Service Associates, Boulder, CO 10/03 -- Present
EXPERIENCE • Deploy Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in School District, Town
and County agencies.
• Build and manage database (Access 2000) for CMMS off blue prints, interviews and site
visits.
• Install CMMS software on Server, Management workstations and field workstations.
• Operate as Technical Support for all process and software issues.
• Train all personnel in management of CMMS processes and use of software.
• Create and maintain Utility Analysis spreadsheets.
Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy, Boulder, CO 04/03 -- 05/03
• Assist Co -CEO in all aspects of acquisition research, presentations, and data management.
• Create and prepare comparative financial statements for fund raising efforts.
• Manage projects for co -CEO, Human Resources and Operations.
Omni Financial, Boulder, CO 04/02 -- 10/02
• Assist Sr. Associate in managing three person team in preparation of Installment
Agreements, Offers in Compromise and Abatements for companies with tax liabilities in
excess of $1 OK.
• Manage communication between small businesses, IRS, and State Agencies.
Qwest Communications, Denver, CO 07/01 -- 05/02
• Author and publish Advanced Deployment Research, Infrastructure Design and Microsoft
Review Documentation.
• Operate as communication hub for system engineers and architects, as well as project
management and end users via newsletters, meeting, document review and interviews.
Paragon Solutions, Denver, CO 08/00 -- 02/01
• Provide content for Harcourt College Publisher's Web Course in MS Access 2000.
• Provide content for System Operation Users Manual for Office 2000.
Trinity Petroleum Management, Denver, CO 03/98 -- 08/00
• Manage Accounts Payable processing for seven oil companies and maintain vendor database.
• Train new and remote users on Excalibur Oil & Gas accounting system.
• Assist VP Finance and Controller on tax and land reporting projects.
EDUCATION I University of Colorado at Denver, Denver, CO 1998 — B.A.
ARCHITECTURAL ENERGY
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Integrated Engineered Solutions
Commissioning Services for the
City of Fort Collins and
Colorado State University
Architectural Energy Corporation
June 29, 2004
Corporate Offices
2540 Frontier Avenue, Suite 201
Boulder, Colorado 80301 USA
Tel: (303) 444-4149 • Fax: (303) 444-4304
E-mail: AECinfo@ar(henergy.com
Commissioning Services for the
City of Fort Collins and
Colorado State University
A R ( H fi E C 1 U R AL ENERGY
Presentation Outline
Overview of Architectural Energy Corporation
AEC's Building Commissioning Process
Commissioning Services for CSU Phase 11 May 2004
• Science & Technology Center Gold Certification awarded
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Kansas City, Kansas
• Boulder Community Hospital Foothills Campus Silver Certification awarded
Boulder, Colorado
Ongoing LEED Certification efforts include the following projects:
• District Courthouse
Certified level
U.S. General Services Administration
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
• Building 18 Laboratory - Office
Certified level
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Atlanta, Georgia
• Replacement Laboratory - Office
Certified level
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Fort Collins, Colorado
• Building 4601 - Office
Certified level
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Huntsville, Alabama
• Building 4602 - Laboratory Certified or Silver level
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Huntsville, Alabama
• Old National Bancorp Headquarters Silver or Gold level
Evansville, Indiana
Architectural Energy Corporation is serving as the energy, daylighting and
sustainable design consultant on these projects, and is responsible for coordinating
the LEED Certification documentation and submittal process.
Architectural Energy Corporation 8 Boulder, Colorado
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Colorado School of Mines
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Middle Tennessee State University
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City of Fort Collins Office Building
Fossil Ridge High School (PSD 2004 HS)
CSU - Center for the Built Environment
AEC's LEED Commissioning Experience
AEC's LEED Commissioning Projects
LEED Coordination Consulting
What Does AEC Commission?
Building systems AEC commissions include:
Every type of HVAC system and equipment
Building automation systems
Lighting systems and controls. daylighting controls
Commercial refrigeration systems
Commercial kitchen equipment
Electrical distribution systems
Renewable energy systems
Fire alarm and suppression systems
Security and access control systems
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