Building and Systems Commissioning
Expertise in new, existing, and critical building and systems commissioning.
DC Engineering’s Commissioning (Cx) Team has a vast amount of experience in various types of commissioning services in many different market sectors. We work closely with owners, design teams, contractors, and OEMs to ensure that the client’s buildings and systems are properly integrated and operate per the project design intent and owner requirements.
Our Cx agents provide services ranging from performing site surveys of existing facilities to handling the commissioning of complex building and/or systems, including HVAC, electrical, refrigeration, and control systems.
Site/Building Surveys
Site visits to evaluate existing building, equipment, and other systems conditions that are critical to the CapEx or remodel decision process
New Construction (NBCx) & Building Remodel Commissioning
Providing services to ensure that project requirements are being met throughout the project lifecycle.
Existing Building & Systems Commissioning (EBCx)
The Cx Team partners with DC’s Energy Services Team to develop options for improving building and/or system performance, as well as equipment evaluation for energy improvement solutions.
Measurement and Verification (M&V)
The Cx Team partners with Energy Services, Controls, and other internal DC Teams to develop a measurement and verification plan for projects. Services include: M&V design plan, installation support, and data analysis for establishing baseline performance and verifying improvements.
Design Phase Commissioning
- Formal Basis of Design (BOD)
- Design Reviews
- Equipment Submittal Reviews
Construction Phase Commissioning
- Develop/Update Cx Plans
- Develop Pre-Functional/Functional Performance Tests (FPTs)
- Remote and/or On-Site Testing/Verification
Warranty Phase Commissioning
- On-site or remote support
- Seasonal testing
- Ad hoc testing/evaluation of building systems & equipment
In addition to engineering design, DC’s Commissioning and Controls Teams work together to optimize many of the client's refrigeration and other store systems.
New Building Cx on a 950K sf grocery distribution center served by a fully integrated site automation and control system and advanced mechanical systems.
DC provided MEP engineering and Commissioning services on this 5-year award winning project to remodel a 100+ year old facility (LEED Silver)