Architects/Engineers Beware!

In the LEED-NC Version 2.2 EA-Prerequistite 1: Fundamental Commissioning of the Building Energy Systems (which is in public review), the scope for the Commissioning Authority is more defined. You now, at a minimum, have to commission the following energy-related systems:

* Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) systems (mechanical and passive) and assoicated controls
* Lighting and Daylighting controls
* Domestic hot water systems
* Renewable engergy systems (wind, solar, etc.)

Architects remember this when you are in budget mode! The commissioning authority has very little room to decrease scope to fit your budget. My suggestion would be to ask before submitting a proposal.