Retrofit Consulting
Retrofit Consulting
Expert Guidance
Our team of experienced professionals brings a wealth of knowledge in energy efficiency, capital planning, and building optimization. We leverage this expertise to help clients navigate the complexities of retrofit projects in the pre-development phase, ensuring informed decisions at every step.
Streamlined Process
Managing a retrofit project involves coordinating various stakeholders, selecting contractors, and overseeing construction activities. We streamline this process by serving as a single point of contact, effectively managing timelines, bid processes, phasing, budgets, and project milestones.
Quality Assurance
With our rigorous quality assurance protocols, clients can rest assured that every aspect of their retrofit project meets the highest standards of excellence. From contractor selection to equipment commissioning, we prioritize quality and performance to deliver exceptional results.
Cost Efficiency
While attempting to manage a retrofit project independently may seem cost-effective initially, the potential risks and pitfalls can lead to budget overruns and delays. By engaging Bright Power’s consulting services, clients benefit from our strategic planning and cost-effective solutions, ultimately saving time and resources.
Compliance with Local Standards
We ensure that all retrofit projects comply with local regulations and standards, including ordinances such as Local Law 97 in New York City. Our deep knowledge of regulatory landscapes helps clients avoid penalties and maintain compliance with evolving environmental mandates.
Maximized ROI
We specialize in identifying and securing a diverse array of incentives and rebates to offset upfront costs associated with retrofit projects. By maximizing financial incentives, we ensure clients can implement the highest efficiency measures possible without financial burden, aiming for an accelerated return on investment and enhancing the overall value and sustainability of the building.
Ongoing Support:
Our commitment to client satisfaction extends beyond project completion. We provide ongoing support and monitoring to ensure that energy-saving measures continue to deliver results long after the retrofit is complete.
An Unparalleled Expertise And Holistic Approach With Bright Power
How Retrofit Consulting Works, Start to Finish
Bright Power manages your retrofit across three phases and nine steps, from the first scope document to verified energy savings, so you have one point of contact the whole way through.
- Phase 01Pre-ConstructionScope, design, bids and incentive applications
- Phase 02ConstructionInstallation oversight and incentive approval
- Phase 03Post-ConstructionTesting, closeout and savings verification
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Phase 01
Pre‑Construction
Define the work, engineer it, bid it out and line up the incentives before anything is installed.
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Step 01
Scope Development
Bright Power collaborates with the property to create an implementation scope and an Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) document, using a previously completed audit or a site walkthrough.
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Step 02
Design & Engineering
Bright Power develops conceptual design documents outlining equipment specifications and preliminary drawings in preparation for the bid process.
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Step 03
Competitive Bid Management
Bright Power serves as the quality control checkpoint and manages contract bidding on the scope of work, leveling the bids, recommending a contractor and facilitating contracting.
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Step 04
Incentive Application
Bright Power identifies and procures all incentives applicable to the scope to offset implementation costs.
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Phase 02
Construction
Represent the property on site and secure committed incentive funds.
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Step 05
Installation Oversight
Bright Power represents the property with contractors to make sure equipment is installed to the OPR and delivers the intended performance and energy savings, through site visits and periodic progress meetings with all stakeholders.
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Step 06
Incentive Approval
Bright Power works with the incentive program(s) to make sure the application is approved and funds are committed to the project.
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Phase 03
Post‑Construction
Prove the equipment works, close out cleanly and track the savings over time.
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Step 07
Functional Performance Testing
Bright Power conducts a thorough Functional Performance Test on all installed equipment and shares the results with the property and contractor. Any deficiencies are fixed by the contractor before the final walkthrough. If the scope triggers code commissioning requirements, Bright Power serves as the qualified Commissioning Agent.
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Step 08
Project Closeout
Bright Power oversees the critical closeout steps, including staff training, O&M documentation and incentive payment, and issues a final report to the property.
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Step 09
Measurement & Verification
For major equipment, Bright Power’s Measurement and Verification (M&V) service tracks how the installation project impacts the property’s energy consumption.
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Planning a retrofit?Talk with our team about scope, incentives and timing for your building.
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Case Studies
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“We can take a whole portfolio and decide where there’s the most opportunity for improvement, allowing our clients to make data-driven decisions.”