ECM-SPECIFIC M&V PLAN AND SAVINGS CALCULATION

METHODS Follow-up measurement and verification enables the Government Unit to ensure that it is getting full value from its ESPC. The success of the M&V effort depends on the level of detail provided in the contract. At least once every three (3) months per contract year, the ESCO shall submit a report of cost savings (corroborate the results of the measures of conservation and energy efficiency). This report must be prepared and certified by the ESCOs Professional Engineer and reviewed and approved by the Government Unit's Contract Administrator. The ESCO shall: 1. Summarize the scope of work, location, and how cost savings are generated. Describe source of all savings including energy, water, O&M, and other (if applicable). 2. Work in conjunction with SOEP to specify the M&V guideline, and the option used from the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP). 30 I Page Energy Savings Performance Contract Program Amended Regulation 3. Provide an overview of savings calculation methods for ECM. Provide a general description of analysis methods used for savings calculations.