Retro- and continuous commissioning Services. Retro-commissioning is the systematic process of verifying that all building systems perform interactively according to design intent, that they meet the operational needs of the owners and occupants, and that staff responsible for operation and maintenance are sufficiently trained. The goal of this service is to improve system performance, operation and maintenance, energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and indoor environmental quality. Retro-commissioning services will need to focus specifically on energy efficiency. Commissioning of new equipment and new facilities may be required on a case-by-case basis. In general, Consultants perform retro-commissioning on facilities and equipment that have been in use for at least one year. Continuous commissioning is an ongoing process, typically involving extensive monitoring via a building management system, to resolve operating problems, improve comfort, optimize energy use, and identify retrofits in real time to optimize HVAC system operation for the existing building conditions. Consultants may be requested to provide continuous commissioning services over an extended period of time to customers. This service may also contain a training component where a portion of the Consultant’s time would be dedicated to educating the customer’s facilities staff on how to improve overall system control and operations for the building, as it is currently utilized, and on meeting existing facility needs. For this area of expertise, in particular, proposers should not be associated with the sale or promotion of proprietary software. Please note: Whole building or new construction commissioning is not eligible for funding under FlexTech. Commissioning of new equipment or systems within an existing building is eligible, but must focus on the energy aspects of proper operating parameters. Design and commissioning of new facilities are handled by NYSERDA’s New Construction Program.
