Commissioning Process
As part of the commissioning process, HTS utilizes tools that include quality procedures, project specific commissioning
process flow charts, detailed system milestone schedules, effective team building, and the use of our popular and successful
FreightTrain software application, including our two commissioning modules: Commissioning Completion Database (CCD) and
the Commissioning Tracking System (CTS). HTS has used the FreightTrain CTS module successfully since 2003, which has
proven to be an effective tool to monitor and manage the hundreds of commissioning and closeout tasks that are distributed
throughout a project’s specifications. The following identifies the component parts of the commissioning process:
Cx Program:
Understanding the project requirements is essential for development of a project specific commissioning program, which
includes a customized commissioning plan. HTS prepares project specific commissioning programs for Plan/Spec and
Design/Build construction projects along with submittal of documentation for LEED fundamental and enhanced
commissioning.
The Commissioning Plan serves as a road map for the Commissioning Process based on a detailed review and analysis of the
project’s specifications. This includes:
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Administrative Procedures Describing the Commissioning Program
Definition of Roles and Responsibilities
Process Flowcharts and Descriptions for Commissioning documentation Development, Approval, and Acceptance
Master Equipment List including data that can be exported to the Client Computerized Maintenance Management
System (CMMS)
Systems to be commissioned table identifying equipment to be commissioned with specific team roles and
responsibilities
Pre-Functional and Functional Performance Testing Procedures
Overall Project Commissioning Milestone Schedule
Cx Issues Log identifying any items carried over from the design phase
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Systems to be Commissioned:
Identified in the Commissioning Plan are the systems to be commissioned. The systems include, but are not limited to, the
following:
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All equipment of the heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems (HVAC)
Negative pressure isolation rooms
Condensate return system
Humidification System
Domestic (potable) water pumping and mixing systems, both hot and cold water
Normal electrical power distribution
Standby and emergency power distribution
Emergency generator and fuel oil systems
Uninterruptible power supply systems (UPS)
Laboratory hoods and pressurization
Lighting control system
Irrigation system
Renewable energy systems
Commissioning Process
Critical Building System Commissioning is the performance verification
and validation of various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, control system,
and other low voltage systems. This process provides a quality assurance
program for the Owner.
HTS’ proven team consists of experienced commissioning managers and
technical field support engineers that provide commissioning services for
building types that are critical in nature. HTS approaches commissioning in
a “programmatic” fashion and brings a level of rigor to projects to ensure
that from Basis of Design (BOD), thru construction completion and warranty
phase, Owner Project Requirements (OPR) are achieved.
This is accomplished at the outset of a project with engineering based
project document reviews and technical support to the project design team
typically beginning at the design development document phase of a project.
The Commissioning Agent continues to work with the project design team in
resolving issues and begins to develop a proactive and solutions based
working relationship with the General Contractor and the Sub-Contractors.
During construction, the Commissioning Engineers will walk the project to
identify any equipment installation issues. As the project approaches
substantial completion, the Commissioning Agent is directly involved in the
equipment startup process and the testing of the customized control
systems sequences of operation for the facility. Projects that include
Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) enhanced
commissioning, will be re-visited 6-10 months through the warranty phase.
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Building Commissioning
Building System Diagnostics
LEED Certification
Design, Schedule & Budget Review
Construction QA/QC
Our Team
HTS, Inc. has provided Building Diagnostics
Services on complex critical facility projects in
the Healthcare market since 2002. Our
Commissioning Division has worked with
Owner’s to provide a quality assurance
program to ensure and document that building
systems are designed, installed, and
functionally tested to perform in compliance
with the design intent.
What our clients say
“HTS comes to the table and delivers
enormous value. Engaging HTS will be
the best money that we’ve spent on
this project to date.”
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Create an ally…
At HTS, we understand the importance of maintaining an effective, cohesive team. That’s why
we believe the HTS Team you interview should be the HTS Team you work with. Right from the
get-go, we will provide you with a member of our team who has the expertise in the areas that
matter to you. We value flexibility, dedication, and dependability in our team members, and
take pride in our ability to seamlessly integrate into your team.
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processes and people to complex projects across North America. HTS offers the most
comprehensive Transition Planning, Commissioning, and Construction Management
solutions on the market, including our award-winning FreightTrain° Software.
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Commissioning Process
Project Schedule Milestones:
HTS works closely with the Design Team, Contractor, Sub-Contractors, and Vendors to develop milestone schedules that
clearly define the path from design thru construction completion. Milestone schedules help minimize project schedule
impacts by identifying and resolving roadblocks early on in the process.
The commissioning milestone schedule identifies the sequential order of general commissioning tasks that are overlaid with
design and construction dates from a more detailed project schedule.
Contractor Document Review:
A critical component entering the project construction phase is the review of contractor submitted documentation. These
include, but are not limited to, equipment submittals, coordination/shop drawings, flushing plans/procedures, O&M
manuals, and training plans. For the project to be successful, it is important to identify items that do not meet the
requirements defined by the contract documents, Basis of Design, or Owner Project Requirements as early as possible. HTS
will identify non-conformance items and document via submittal review form. Items that need tracking will be added to the
Cx Issues Log.
Additionally, HTS will typically obtain subcontractor start-up and testing forms that validate the pre-functional checkout of
equipment to be commissioned. HTS will review the forms to ensure proper start-up and testing activities will be completed
to ensure the equipment is ready for testing as part of the overall system. If the contractor does not have forms, HTS can
provide forms from our extensive library of equipment pre-functional checklists. Many of HTS’s equipment checklists have
already undergone a rigorous healthcare review and approval process, including direct review by OSHPD.
Sequence of Operation Workshop:
Once approval of the control system equipment submittal and shop drawings is achieved, a detailed sequence of operations
workshop is held. The intent of the workshop is to solidify the system sequences of operation so that building management
controls can be programmed and system Functional Performance Tests (FPT’s) written. The workshop includes the design
and construction teams so that issues can be identified, discussed and resolved. Items that cannot be resolved will be added
to the Cx Issues Log for tracking to closure. The sooner the FTP’s can be written and approved, and the expectations of the
control system contractor and General Contractor is known, the sooner appropriate planning to effectively pre-test the
systems and proceed to actual FTP testing and 72 hour graphical trend review can occur.
Construction Walk Downs:
During the construction phase of the project, HTS Cx Engineers will perform onsite observations of component/equipment
installation that are part of the systems to be commissioned. A Field Observation Report will be completed identifying any
items of non-conformance or any deficiencies in the installation, including maintenance access. Items that need to be
tracked will be added to the Cx Issues Log.
As part of the construction walk downs, HTS will witness some of the equipment Pre-Functional checkout. This provides a
level of assurance that the equipment is being started up and tested according the reviewed forms and upon completion will
be ready for Functional Testing.
Commissioning Process
Acceptance Testing:
HTS will author the system Functional Performance Test (FPT) protocols that are based on the sequences of operations
solidified during the Sequence of Operations Workshop. The FPT’s will be reviewed with the controls contractor to
coordinate any means and methods necessary for testing that are due to the configuration of the control system.
Towards the end of the project construction phase, HTS will review the contractor certificates of readiness for completed
systems. These include, but are not limited to, subcontractor completed Pre-Functional Checklists, Test and Balance
Reports, 3rd Party Testing Reports, and executed Preliminary FPT’s. Upon approval of the system certificate of readiness,
Functional Performance Testing can be scheduled. HTS will witness and document performance of systems to ensure they
are fully interactive and meet the objective of the BOD and OPR. This is achieved by reviewing the completed Functional
Performance Tests along with a more detailed evaluation based on the 72-hour trending of specific systems components.
Closeout:
Upon completion of the system testing, HTS will compile and develop the Commissioning Record. This will include the final
Commissioning Report, confirmation that Operation and Maintenance manuals (O&M’s) are complete and training
conducted to the Owner’s satisfaction, completed PFCL’s and FPT’s, deficiency documentation, blank FPT forms for future
re-testing of systems, and systems manual (for LEED projects).
6-10 Month Warranty Review:
For projects that are following the criteria define by LEED for enhanced commissioning, a site visit will occur approximately
6-10 months into the warranty period. This site visit will include a building operator interview to discuss system
performance issues and any items still on the Cx Issues Log.
Additional testing can be performed during the visit to identify any issues that may have arisen during the past 6-10 months
of actual operation.
Organize & Lead the Cx Team:
During the commissioning process, the Commissioning Agent will organize and lead the Cx team. This is initiated with a Cx
Kick-off meeting and continues throughout the project duration. Initial meetings may be months apart and move to
monthly and bi-monthly as the projects approaches the acceptance phase. During the acceptance phase, Cx meetings will
be held weekly to coordinate the testing efforts.
As part of the project team, the Commissioning Agent will attend various other coordination meetings and assist with
problem-solving and resolution of non-conformance issues or deficiencies that impact project quality or schedule tracking.
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NorCal: 1250 45 St. Suite 355, Emeryville, CA 94608
SoCal: 12 S. Raymond Ave. #B, Pasadena, CA 91105
LinkedIn.com/hts-inc
Since 2002, HTS (www.consulthts.com) has brought superior, quality-focused
processes and people to complex projects across North America. HTS offers the most
comprehensive Transition Planning, Commissioning, and Construction Management
solutions on the market, including our award-winning FreightTrain° Software.
@consulthts