Performance Assurance Planning: Continuous Design-Level Performance of Each Energy Conservation Measure in a Utility Energy Service Contract is Fundamental to Achieving Projected Results

Design-level performance of each energy conservation measure (ECM) in an awarded utility energy service contract (UESC) is fundamental to achieving the projected results through the term of the contract and over the life of the measure. Because the authority for a UESC does not require contractual guarantees of energy, water, or cost savings, FEMP developed a protocol for emphasizing sustained performance to help ensure projected savings are realized. The information and templates offered within this paper reflect responsible project management and oversight, align with UESC best practices, and satisfy the conditions for annual scoring provided by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). OMB memorandum M-12-21 requires, 'energy savings performance assurances,' 'measurement and verification (M&V) of savings through commissioning and retrocommissioing,' and 'competition or an alternatives analysis as part of the selection process.'