D97AirConditioningStudy PDF

PROJECT REPORT
Date: November 14, 2013

STR Project Number: 13159
Air Conditioning Study for

8 Elementary Schools
Oak Park, IL 60302
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Prepared for:
Board of Education of
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Oak Park Elementary School
District 97
970 W. Madison Street
Oak Park, IL 60302
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Prepared by:
STR Partners, LLC
CS2 Design Group, LLC
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
001 Introduction
002 Report Summary
003 Air Conditioning System Options Installation and Life Cycle Cost Summary
004 Replacement of Existing Pneumatic HVAC Control System with Direct Digital Control Summary
1.0 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM OPTIONS PERFORMANCE & COSTS

1.1 Option 1: Window Air Conditioners
1.2 Option 2: Ductless Split System
1.3 Option 3: Ducted Split System
1.4 Option 4: Under the Window Self-Contained Unit Ventilator
1.5 Option 5: Chilled Water Plant and Under the Window Unit Ventilators
1.6 Option 6: Self-contained Vertical Stand-up Unit Ventilators - Free Blow
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1.7 Option 7: Self-contained Vertical Stand-up Unit Ventilators – Ducted
1.8 Option 8: Chilled Water Plant and Vertical Stand-up Unit Ventilators - Free Blow
1.9 Option 9: Chilled Water Plant and Vertical Stand-up Unit Ventilators - Ducted Distribution
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1.10 Option 10: Packaged VAV Rooftop Unit with Individual VAV Boxes Heating Coils
1.11 Air Conditioning System Options Performance & Costs Overview
2.0 BEYE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2.1 Existing Conditions
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2.2 First Floor Existing Air Conditioning Area Plan
2.3 Second Floor Existing Air Conditioning Area Plan
2.4 Third Floor Existing Air Conditioning Area Plan
2.5 Air Conditioning System Options Performance & Costs Summary
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3.0 HATCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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4.0 HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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5.0 IRVING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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OPD97: Air Conditioning Study for 8 Elementary Schools
6.0 LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
7.0 LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

8.0 MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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9.0 WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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First Floor Existing Air Conditioning Area Plan
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10.0 BUILDING CONTROLS

10.1 Building Controls Upgrades
10.2 Replacement of Existing Pneumatic HVAC Control System with DDC Costs
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11.0 APPENDIX
11.1 Appendix A: Mechanical Equipment Service Life
11.2 Appendix B: Definitions
11.3 Appendix C: Reference List
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001 INTRODUCTION
AIR CONDITIONING OPTIONS
CS2 Design Group was asked to develop a report which outlines air conditioning system options for the
classrooms that are not currently air-conditioned at Beye, Hatch, Holmes, Irving, Lincoln, Longfellow, Mann,
and Whittier Elementary Schools in Oak Park Elementary School District 97. We generated this report with
input from the school district’s personnel; surveying the existing buildings heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning systems; and performing system analysis. While there are many different options for air
conditioning systems, we only included those options that are best suited to serve the existing buildings.
Systems that would not fit within the existing building architecture such as indoor chillers, and systems that
required substantial interior remodeling or structural reinforcing were not considered. We have provided
an analysis of ten (10) system options, any of the provided options would be suitable for the eight (8)
elementary schools surveyed in the district. We have included a cost opinion for each based on the recent
bidding environment and historical information of similar type projects.
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CONTROL SYSTEM UPGRADES
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In addition to air conditioning options, CS2 was also asked to review and evaluate the existing controls of the
HVAC system. We visually inspected and observed the operations of the system during our building survey. We
have documented our observations and included a separate section discussing control upgrades located near the
end of this report.
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002 REPORT SUMMARY
AIR CONDITIONING SUMMARY
As part of this air conditioning report, we reviewed the existing HVAC system at each of the elementary
buildings. We reviewed the major pieces of equipment by collecting the manufacturers name plate
information, and performing a visual condition assessment. This information can be used as a tool to assist
the owner in understanding the major equipment within each facility and helping to prioritize equipment
replacement over time.
We have developed 10 air conditioning system options for each of the elementary schools. A spreadsheet is
included for each school that identifies the installation cost, annual maintenance cost, annual estimated
energy usage, replacement cost, life cycle cost, and a relative sound level comparison for each option.
While initial cost is a major factor in determining system selection, other performance factors such as
humidity control, sound and type of maintenance should be considered when identifying the best system for
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the district.
Page 003 is a side by side installation cost and life cycle cost summary for each building.
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CONTROLS SUMMARY
As part of our survey, we reviewed the existing control systems in each building. The majority of each
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building’s HVAC equipment is controlled by a pneumatic control system. Overall, the systems are older and
are experiencing some operational issues. Control issues were observed by noticing the wide range of
temperatures throughout the buildings and by observing HVAC systems which were operating after normal
occupied hours. Replacement of the pneumatic control system with a direct digital control (DDC) system
will increase system operating efficiency and can greatly improve overall control of the HVAC system.
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The following spreadsheet (Page 004) identifying replacement control system costs was developed in
conjunction with a temperature control contractor who is familiar with both pneumatic and DDC systems.
The costs were generated by reviewing each school and the existing components in the HVAC systems.
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003 A/C SYSTEM OPTIONS INSTALLATIONS LIFE CYCLE COST SUMMARY
Oak Park Elementary School District 97

Air Conditioning System Options Installation & Life Cycle Cost Summary
Beye Hatch Holmes Irving Lincoln Longfellow Mann Whittier

Installation Life Cycle Installation Life Cycle Installation Life Cycle Installation Life Cycle Installation Life Cycle Installation Life Cycle Installation Life Cycle Installation Life Cycle
Air Conditioning System Option Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost
Option 1: $453,477 $1,270,459 $365,301 $1,023,426 $377,898 $1,058,716 $365,301 $1,023,426 $403,091 $1,129,297 $433,091 $1,129,297 $352,705 $988,135 $415,687 $1,164,588
Window Air Conditioners
Option 2: $917,419 $1,993,639 $739,032 $1,605,987 $764,516 $1,661,366 $739,032 $1,605,987 $766,957 $1,772,124 $845,484 $1,772,124 $713,548 $1,550,608 $840,968 $1,827,502
Ductless Split System
Option 3: $1,566,040 $2,701,890 $1,261,533 $2,176,522 $1,305,034 $2,251,575 $1,261,533 $2,176,522 $1,392,036 $2,401,680 $1,422,036 $2,401,680 $1,218,031 $2,101,470 $1,435,537 $2,476,732
Ducted Split System
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Option 4: $1,693,699 $2,974,262 $1,364,369 $2,395,933 $1,411,416 $2,478,552 $1,364,369 $2,395,933 $1,505,511 $2,643,789 $1,535,511 $2,643,789 $1,317,322 $2,313,315 $1,552,558 $2,726,407
Under the Window Self Contained
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Unit Ventilator
Option 5: $2,526,089 $3,789,621 $2,034,905 $3,052,750 $2,105,074 $3,158,018 $2,034,905 $3,052,750 $2,245,412 $3,368,552 $2,275,412 $3,368,552 $1,964,736 $2,947,483 $2,315,582 $3,473,819
Chilled Water Plant and Under the
Window Unit Ventilators
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Option 6: $1,772,773 $3,125,628 $1,428,067 $2,517,867 $1,477,311 $2,604,690 $1,428,067 $2,517,867 $1,575,798 $2,778,336 $1,605,798 $2,778,336 $1,378,823 $2,431,044 $1,625,042 $2,865,159
Self contained Vertical Stand up
Unit Ventilators Free Blow
Option 7: $2,223,300 $3,638,769 $1,790,992 $2,931,230 $1,852,750 $3,032,307 $1,790,992 $2,931,230 $1,976,267 $3,234,461 $2,006,267 $3,234,461 $1,729,233 $2,830,153 $2,038,025 $3,335,538
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Self contained Vertical Stand up
Unit Ventilators Ducted
Distribution
Option 8: $2,570,761 $3,854,324 $2,070,891 $3,104,872 $2,142,301 $3,211,936 $2,070,891 $3,104,872 $2,285,121 $3,426,066 $2,315,121 $3,426,066 $1,999,481 $2,997,807 $2,356,531 $3,533,130
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Chilled Water Plant and Vertical
Stand up Unit Ventilators Free
Blow
Option 9: $3,658,702 $4,981,770 $2,947,288 $4,013,093 $3,048,919 $4,151,475 $2,947,288 $4,013,093 $3,252,180 $4,428,240 $3,282,180 $4,428,240 $2,845,657 $3,874,710 $3,353,810 $4,566,623
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Chilled Water Plant and Vertical
Stand up Unit Ventilators Ducted
Distribution
Option 10: $3,670,488 $4,699,355 $2,956,782 $3,785,592 $3,058,740 $3,916,129 $2,956,782 $3,785,592 $3,262,656 $4,177,205 $3,292,656 $4,177,205 $2,854,824 $3,655,054 $3,364,614 $4,307,742
Packaged VAV Rooftop Unit with
Individual VAV Boxes Heating Coils
While the estimates provided are based on our experience with construction costs of these or similar systems, they are conceptual estimates with only general information known at this point.
As we engage on an actual project, more definition of the system and specific field conditions will reveal the true scope of work, potentially resulting in a variance from this Order of Magnitude budget.
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OPD97: Air Conditioning Study for 8 Elementary Schools A/C SYSTEM OPTIONS INSTALLATIONS LIFE CYCLE COST SUMMARY
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004 REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING PNEUMATIC HVAC CONTROL SYSTEM
WITH DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROLS COSTS SUMMARY

Replacement of Existing Pneumatic HVAC Control System with Direct Digital Controls
Costs Summary
School Total Cost
Beye Elementary School $372,164.10
Hatch Elementary School $316,753.80
Holmes Elementary School $366,900.05
Irving Elementary School $357,837.70
Lincoln Elementary School $375,108.80
Longfellow Elementary School $396,550.00
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Mann Elementary School $317,963.80
Whittier Elementary School $461,243.75
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REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING PNEUMATIC

CS2 DESIGN GROUP HVAC CONTROL SYSTEM WITH DIRECT
OPD97: Air Conditioning Study for 8 Elementary Schools DIGITAL CONTROLS COSTS SUMMARY
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1.0 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM OPTIONS
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PERFORMANCE & COSTS
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1.1 Option 1: Window Air Conditioners
Option 1 Provide Window Air Conditioning Units
This option consists of providing a window air conditioning unit in each classroom. Part of the
existing window system in each classroom would need to be removed. New electrical branch
circuit panelboards will be provided to serve new window air conditioning units.
1. Advantages:
a. This is the least expensive first cost option.
b. It would be a new independent system and would not require retrofitting the
existing heating system.
c. This installation could be done one room at a time.
2. Disadvantages:
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a. A window air conditioner is not capable of providing the code required outside
ventilation air to the classrooms. The unit ventilator will have to operate to provide
ventilation while the window air conditioning unit is providing cooling. This will
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result in uneven temperatures and at times can result in high humidity levels in the
space.
b. Noise levels generated by this system would be the loudest of the options.
c. A window unit does not have the capacity to distribute cool air well throughout the
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d. Window units are not aesthetically pleasing.
e. This system consists of residential grade equipment that has a shorter equipment
life expectancy.
f. Since the unit ventilator must be operating to provide outside air, there is more
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equipment that must be maintained.
3. Estimated Service Life:

a. 10 years.
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1.2 Option 2: Ductless Split System
Option 2 Provide New Variable Refrigerant Flow Ductless Split System
This option consists of providing variable refrigerant flow units in each classroom that are
either ceiling or wall mounted cassette units. Minor ceiling work is required to accommodate
the cassette units and the associated refrigerant piping. New electrical distribution
panelboards will be provided to serve the cassette units and roof mounted air cooled
condensing units.
1. Advantages:
a. This system is quieter than window or self-contained units since the compressor is
remote and not in the space.
b. Individual room ceiling cassettes create better cooling distribution than a window
air conditioning unit or unit ventilator if they can be centrally located in the room.
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c. It would be a new independent system and would not require retrofitting the
existing heating system.
d. A variable refrigerant cooling system is the most efficient of the options.
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2. Disadvantages:
a. A cassette system is not capable of providing the code required outside ventilation
air to the classrooms. The unit ventilator will have to operate to provide ventilation
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while this system is providing cooling. This will result in uneven temperatures and
at times result in high humidity levels in the space.
b. Roof modifications and penetrations are required for air cooled condensing units
and refrigerant piping.
c. Structural modifications maybe required to accommodate roof mounted air cooled
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condensing units.
d. Long refrigerant runs are required and the accuracy of the installation is extremely
important to match the manufacturer’s recommendations.
e. This installation has to happen in groups or to the entire building at one time. It
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cannot be phased in one room at a time.

f. Two electrical connections are required with this option.
g. Since the unit ventilator must be operating to provide outside air, there is more
equipment that must be maintained.
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a. 15 years.

1.3 Option 3: Ducted Split System
Option 3 Provide New Variable Refrigerant Flow Ducted Split System
This option is the same as Option 2, but the unit is located entirely above the ceiling and has
ductwork which is routed to ceiling mounted diffusers.
1. Additional Advantages to Option 2:

a. This option has better air distribution since it is a ducted system and is more
aesthetically pleasing since the unit is concealed above the ceiling.
2. Additional Disadvantages to Option 2:

a. This option requires more ceiling work and in some instances, requires the ceiling to
be lowered to accommodate the unit and distribution ductwork.
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1.4 Option 4: Under the Window
Self-Contained Unit Ventilator
Option 4 Provide New Under the Window Self-Contained Unit Ventilators
Remove the existing heating only classroom unit ventilators. Provide new self-contained
classroom unit ventilators equipped with heating coils. Reuse the existing heating piping
previously serving the unit ventilators. Masonry work would be required to enlarge the
outdoor air opening to allow for proper heat rejection of the refrigeration section. Casework
and/or pipe enclosures will be modified to accommodate the unit ventilators since the
physical size will increase. The existing pneumatic controls will be converted to a direct digital
controls system to achieve better overall control. A ventilation exhaust system must be
installed to relieve the outside air brought in by the unit ventilators. New electrical
distribution panelboards will be provided to serve the new equipment.
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1. Advantages:
a. No roof penetrations are required for this option for refrigerant piping.
b. Minimal ceiling work is required with this option.
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c. Modifications to the existing heating piping are minimal.
d. This installation could be done one room at a time.
e. No major structural reinforcing is required.
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2. Disadvantages:
a. Masonry work will be required to create a new louver or enlarge an existing
standard unit ventilator louver opening.
b. Air distribution is not as good as ducted systems.
c. Since the compressor is located within the unit ventilator, this option generates
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slightly more noise than the existing unit ventilators.

d. Service of the equipment is more difficult due to a tight work area within the unit.
e. A new ventilation exhaust system must be installed to relieve the outside air being
brought into the classrooms by the unit ventilators.
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f. This system is less efficient than a variable refrigerant flow system or a central
chilled water system.

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1.5 Option 5: Chilled Water Plant & Under
the Window Unit Ventilators
Option 5 Provide a Chilled Water Plant and Chilled Water Distribution Piping to Cooling Coils in
Under the Window Unit Ventilators
This option consists of providing a chilled water plant and distribution piping to each new
classroom unit ventilator. The chiller will be located on the exterior of the building either on
the roof or on grade. Each unit ventilator will be equipped with a chilled water cooling and a
heating coil. Casework and/or pipe enclosures will be modified to accommodate the unit
ventilators since the physical size will increase. Ceilings will need to be removed/replaced and
lowered in some locations to accommodate distribution piping. The existing pneumatic
controls will be converted to a direct digital controls system to achieve better overall control.
A ventilation exhaust system must be installed to relieve the outside air brought by the unit
ventilators. The new unit ventilators will be reconnected to the existing power circuits.
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1. Advantages:
a. The outside air openings can be reused (if replacing a UV at a similar location).
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b. The existing heating piping can be utilized (if replacing a UV at a similar location).
c. A central chilled water plant is more energy efficient and has better control than a
self-contained unit ventilator or window air conditioning system.
d. Central plant removes compressor noise from occupied space.
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e. Electrical circuits may be re-used for the unit ventilators.
2. Disadvantages:
a. Air distribution is not as good as ducted systems.
b. Room temperature variations are higher than ducted systems.
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c. Casework and/or pipe enclosures will need to be modified to route chilled water
distribution piping.
d. A new chilled water plant and distribution piping is required.
e. If the chiller is located on the roof, substantial structural modifications are required
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to accommodate the weight of the unit.

f. Existing ceilings will need to be lowered in areas to accommodate new chilled water
distribution piping. This requires added costs (compared to a new installation) to
modify existing lights, speakers, fire alarm devices, etc.
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g. Acoustical treatment of the chiller will most likely be required, due to the proximity
of the school to the neighboring properties.
h. A new ventilation exhaust system must be installed to relieve the outside air being
brought into the classrooms by the unit ventilators.
i. This installation has to happen to the entire building at one time and not one room
at a time.

a. 20 years.

1.6 Option 6: Self-Contained Vertical Stand-Up
Unit Ventilators - Free Blow
Option 6 Provide New Self-Contained Vertical Stand-Up Unit Ventilators – Free Blow
This option consists of providing new self-contained vertical stand-up classroom unit
ventilators equipped with a heating coil. The free-blow unit has a top discharge plenum
located directly on top of the unit which discharges the air. Masonry work would be required
to create a new louver opening. The existing louver opening can either be block-up or
abandoned in place and blanked off from the inside. Casework (if present) will have to be
modified for new unit ventilator footprint. The existing heating piping will be modified and
re-used. An integral exhaust fan relieves the outside air and does not require a separate
ventilation relief system. The existing pneumatic controls will be converted to a direct digital
controls system to achieve better overall control. New electrical distribution panelboards will
be provided to serve the new unit ventilators.
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1. Advantages:
a. No roof penetrations are required for this option for refrigerant piping.
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b. Minimal ceiling work is required with this option.
c. Modifications to the existing heating piping are minimal.
d. No major structural reinforcing is required.
e. The unit ventilator’s integral exhaust system will relieve the outside air. Therefore,
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a separate relief system is not required.
f. Vertical stand-up unit ventilators are easier to maintain than under the window unit
ventilators.
g. Vertical stand-up unit ventilators have a smaller foot print than under the windows
unit ventilators, thus results in more classroom space.
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h. This installation could be done one room at a time.
2. Disadvantages:
a. Masonry work or removal of windows will be required since the louver is a different
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size and in a different location.

b. Casework will need to be modified to accommodate change in unit location.

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1.7 Option 7: Self-Contained Vertical Stand-Up
Unit Ventilators – Ducted
Option 7 Provide New Self-Contained Vertical Stand-Up Unit Ventilators – Ducted Distribution
This option is the same as Option 6, but it has ductwork which is routed to ceiling mounted
diffusers in lieu of a free blow plenum which discharges the air.
1. Additional advantages to Option 6:

a. A ducted system provides better air distribution.
b. A ducted system provides lower noise levels.
c. A ducted system provides a more uniform room temperature.
2. Additional disadvantages to Option 6:

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1.8 Option 8: Chilled Water Plant & Vertical
Stand-Up Unit Ventilators – Free Blow
Option 8 Provide a Chilled Water Plant and Chilled Water Distribution Piping to
Cooling Coils in Vertical Stand-Up Unit Ventilators – Free Blow
This option consists of providing a chilled water plant and distribution piping to each new
classroom vertical stand-up unit ventilator. The chiller will be located on the exterior of the
building either on the roof or on grade. Each unit ventilator will be equipped with a chilled
water cooling and a heating coil. The free-blow unit has a top discharge plenum located
directly on top of the unit that discharges the air. Masonry work would be required to create
a new louver opening. The existing louver opening can either be block-up or abandoned in
place and blanked off from the inside. Casework (if present) will have to be modified for new
unit ventilator footprint. The existing heating piping will be modified and re-used. An integral
exhaust fan relieves the outside air and does not require a separate ventilation relief system.
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The existing pneumatic controls will be converted to a direct digital controls system to
achieve better overall control. The new unit ventilators will be reconnected to the existing
power circuits.
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1. Advantages:
a. A central chilled water plant is more energy efficient and has better control than a
self-contained unit ventilator or window air conditioning system.
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b. A central plant removes compressor noise from occupied space.
c. Electrical circuits may be re-used for the unit ventilators.
d. Vertical stand-up unit ventilators are easier to maintain than under the window unit
ventilators.
e. Vertical stand-up unit ventilators have a smaller foot print than under the windows
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unit ventilators, thus results in more classroom space.

f. Modifications to the existing heating piping are minimal.
g. The unit ventilator’s integral exhaust system will relieve the outside air. Therefore,
a separate relief system is not required.
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2. Disadvantages:
a. Masonry work or removal of windows will be required since the louver is a different
size and in a different location.
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b. Casework will need modification to accommodate change in unit location.

c. A new chilled water plant and distribution piping is required.
d. If the chiller is located on the roof, substantial structural modifications are required
to accommodate the weight of the unit.
e. Existing ceilings will need to be lowered in areas to accommodate new chilled water
distribution piping. This requires added costs (compared to a new installation) to
modify existing lights, speakers, fire alarm devices, etc.
f. Acoustical treatment of the chiller will most likely be required, due to the proximity
of the school to the neighboring properties.
g. This installation requires the entire building to undergo the modifications at one
time and cannot be performed one room at a time.

a. 20 years.

1.9 Option 9: Chilled Water Plant & Vertical Stand-Up
Unit Ventilators – Ducted Distribution
Option 9 Provide a Chilled Water Plant and Chilled Water Distribution Piping to
Cooling Coils in Vertical Stand-Up Unit Ventilators – Ducted Distribution
This option is the same as Option 8, but it has ductwork which is routed to ceiling mounted
diffusers in lieu of a free blow plenum which discharges the air.
1. Additional advantages to Option 8:

c. A ducted system provides a more uniform room temperature.
2. Additional disadvantages to Option 8:
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1.10 Option 10: Packaged VAV Rooftop Unit
with Individual VAV Boxes Heating Coils
Option 10 Provide Packaged Variable Air Volume Rooftop Units with Individual Zone VAV Boxes
Heating Coils
This option consists of providing variable air volume (VAV) packaged rooftop units, individual
variable air volume boxes with heating coils, and distributions medium and low pressure
ductwork. Ceilings will need to be replaced, lowered, and soffits created to accommodate
distribution ductwork. The existing unit ventilators will be removed. The unit ventilator
louver opening can either be blocked-up or abandoned in place and blanked off from the
inside. Casework (if present) will have to be modified due to the removal of the unit
ventilator and piping. The existing heating piping will be routed and connected to the new
VAV box coils. Gas piping will be routed to the preheat section of the VAV rooftop unit. The
existing pneumatic controls will be converted to a direct digital controls system to achieve
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better overall control. New electrical distribution will be provided to serve the new rooftop
units.
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1. Advantages:
c. A ducted system provides more uniform room temperature.
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d. This system provides the best humidity control of all the options.
e. Individual room VAV boxes create better occupant comfort and allow simultaneous
heating or cooling of adjacent spaces.
2. Disadvantages:
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a. New ceilings will be required to accommodate distribution ductwork.

b. The boilers need to be in operation during certain times of the cooling season to
provide heat to the VAV boxes so zones do not sub-cool.
c. Roof modifications and larger penetrations are required as compared to the other
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main system options.

d. Substantial structural modifications are required to accommodate the rooftop unit
weight.
e. Additional heating piping distribution costs are required to serve VAV boxes.
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f. Roof mounted gas piping is required to serve rooftop units.

g. Rooftop unit equipment service may be required during inclement weather.
h. This installation has to happen in groups or to the entire building at one time. It
cannot be phased in one room at a time.

a. 20 years.

1.11 Air Conditioning System Options
Performance & Costs Overview
General
An air conditioning summary sheet was developed (this table is located within the tab of each school) from
information which was collected or calculated for each of the schools. This summary includes six (6)
different categories for each air conditioning system option mentioned and was generated to assist the
school district in determining which option it best for them. This summary is divided into the following
categories: Installation Cost Opinion, Annual Maintenance Cost, Annual Estimated Energy Usage,
Replacement Cost, Life Cycle Cost, and Relative Sound Level Comparison. A description of each category is
described below.
Installation Cost Opinion
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A cost opinion was generated for each air conditioning option which includes mechanical, electrical, and
general trade’s costs. These costs were developed using data collected from the current bidding
environment and from historical pricing on similar type projects.
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Annual Maintenance Cost
Annual maintenance cost includes the preventative maintenance, cleaning, and normal repair which is
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conducted to detect and prevent equipment failure and keep materials and systems in working order. We
assembled pricing for this portion of the report consulting with reputable mechanical contractors that
regularly work in the school market and are familiar with these types of HVAC systems.
Properly executed maintenance programs that target energy efficiency have been shown to save 5% to 20%
on energy bills without significant capital investment. Additionally, preventive maintenance can reduce
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building operating cost by extending the life of equipment and reduce liability and risk associated with the
health and safety of building occupants.
Annual Estimated Energy Usage

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The energy modeling software used was developed by Trane (Trace 700 version 6.2.10.0) for estimating the
annual electrical energy usage of the different air conditioning options identified in the report. A simplified
building model was created composed of three (3) 800 sq. ft. classrooms one on first floor with a south
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exterior facing wall, another classroom on the second floor with a west exterior facing wall, and a the last
classroom on the third floor with a roof exposure and an east exterior facing wall. Building envelope
properties such as the wall, roof, and window construction was assumed based on past experience working
in similar buildings. The Trane program defaults such as building occupancy scheduling and room
temperatures were used in the model. The total energy usage identified in the report was calculated by
averaging the energy usage of all the rooms and then was extrapolated to simulate energy usage for each
system option and building. Since each building is different this type of simplified energy modeling is not an
accurate way to calculate energy consumption and system efficiency (due to the small sample size of
rooms). This estimate was assembled to give a relative energy usage for each system option.

Replacement Cost
Replacement cost reserves are often overlooked in mechanical LCC estimates. For example window air-
conditioning units have a 10 year estimated service life, self-contained unit ventilators have an estimated
service life expectancy of 15 years, and reciprocating compressors and chillers are expected to operate for
20 years. This should be considered when selecting any system.
The estimated service life is a time value established by the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and
Air-conditioning Engineers that reflects the expected life of a specific component. Equipment life is highly
variable because of the diverse equipment applications, the preventative maintenance given, the
environment, and the technical advancements of new equipment. Replacement costs along with
maintenance costs are real costs of any mechanical installation and are included in the LCC analysis.
Life Cycle Cost
Life Cycle Costing (LCC) is an economic analysis that can be used in the selection of alternatives that impact
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both pending and future cost. LCC analysis is used to evaluate alternative systems which are evaluated on
the basis of cost. The accompanying LCC compares initial investment options and identifies the least cost
investment alternative for a thirty year period.
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In this case, the LCC method is being evaluated to help choose between alternative air-conditioning systems
to cool the classrooms. To be a candidate project for this LCC analysis, the system must meet minimum
performance requirements for the occupant, in this case thermal comfort.
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Systems with the lowest LCC may have a higher first cost than alternative systems. Systems with lower
maintenance costs, longer equipment life, and/or energy savings could prove to be a better value over time.
The LCC of the current project alternatives is the sum of its initial investment cost, I, present value of energy
cost E, the present value of maintenance cost M, the present value of replacement cost R, minus the present
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LCC = I + E + M + R – S
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be capable of satisfying the minimum performance requirements for that project.
The computation comparison is located in the table for each school in the Air Conditioning System Options
Performance & Cost Summary. Although LCC is a major factor in decision making the overall system should
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be considered, things such as potentially high humidity levels in rooms (which will be present at times with
Option 1 through Option 3), sound levels, and the type of maintenance required must be considered.
Relative Sound Level Comparison
Cataloging sound performance data is not a requirement for all mechanical equipment. This leads to a
difficult task of evaluating or quantifying sound levels for each option. We developed a non-scientific
evaluation scheme by researching articles about the equipment, obtaining input provided by equipment
manufacturer’s representatives, and through our opinions based on previous experiences. We have used
this knowledge base to create a scale where we have rated the sound level for each option from 1 through
10, 1 being the quietest operating and 10 being the loudest operating. This scale gives an opinion on the
relative noise level of each option. To help in selecting a system option, a site visit can be arranged to visit
and observe similar project installations.

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A. Description of Existing Conditions
1) Heating System and Distribution:
a. The majority of the building is heated by two (2) newer steam boilers. The boilers were
manufactured by the Weil McLain Company in 2004 and are models 1688. The input capacity
for each boiler is 5,100 MBH each. The heating plant is located in the basement level in Boiler
Room 001. The estimated service life according to the American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) for the boilers is approximately 35
years. They appear to be in good condition.
b. The main condensate return system is in an adjacent room (Custodian Room 002). The
system was manufactured by Domestic and is a model VCD4. There was no visible date when
the unit was manufactured. The system is older but has had maintenance recently performed
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all manufactured by the Carrier Corporation in 2000 and appear to be in fair condition. These
units serve the main office, classrooms 208 and 210, and the media center. The estimated
service life for this equipment is about 15 years. The following is the information we obtained
from the nameplate data on the units:
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RTU-2 (Multi-purpose Room) – Carrier Model 48GS024
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a. Ventilation to a majority of the classrooms is provided by unit ventilators. These units were
manufactured by American Air Filter in 1994. These are floor mounted units model AV and
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b. Office 207A, Office 207B, and Work Area 207C located on the second floor have packaged
terminal air conditioning units (PTAC) which provide ventilation to the rooms. These units
were manufactured in 2007 by McQuay and are model PKHS1012C. These units have an
estimated service life of 15 years and appear to be in good condition.
c. The main office, classrooms 208 and 210, and the media center have rooftop units which
provide ventilation to these rooms. The units have distribution ductwork routed above the
ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall mounted diffusers. These units appear to be in
good to fair condition.
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d. The gymnasium, multi-purpose room, and auditorium have ventilation provided by indoor air
handling units. The manufacturer of these units is unknown. The units have distribution
ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall mounted diffusers. The
units are newer, looks like they were installed at the same time, and appear to be in good
condition. The estimated service life for this system is about 25 years.
e. Classroom/Office 303 and the office south of Classroom 308 rely on the windows to provide
natural ventilation. There is no mechanical means to provide ventilation.
3) Air-Conditioning:
a. Classroom 200 has cooling provided by a self-contained unit ventilator which was
manufactured by American Air Filter in 1995.
b. Office 207A, Office 207B, and Work Area 207C has cooling provided by PTAC.
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rooms, classrooms 208 and 210.
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d. Multi-Purpose Room 1-102 has an indoor air handling unit which provides cool air that is
generated by a remote air cooled condensing unit. The condensing unit was manufactured in
2010 by Trane and is a model TTA150. The estimated service life for this unit is about 20
years. This unit appears to be in good condition.
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2010 by Trane and is a model TTA150. The estimated service life for this unit is about 20
years. This unit appears to be in good condition.
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f. There are 6 rooms that have window air conditioning units. These rooms are classrooms,
offices, and a reading room. The units are approximately 1 ton of cooling capacity each. The
units have an estimated service life of 10 years and range from good to fair condition. (Note:
1 ton of cooling for a typical classroom is not adequate to provide cooling for the space
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4) Electrical Service:
a. The electrical service to the building is 1600 Amps 208Y/120V. 3 Phase 4 Wire. Based on the
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maximum demand data available from Commonwealth Edison Company, the power demand
over a one year period is 158.02 KW. Per the 2008 National Electrical Code Article 220.87 we
have calculated the maximum demand to be 645.5 Amps. Based on this information we have
954.5 Amps available to serve the new air conditioning load. The new air conditioning
electrical load is estimated to be 669.6 Amps. The existing electrical service appears to be
adequate.

5) Controls:
a. The main control system for the HVAC systems is pneumatic. This system has some
operational issues, indicated by the wide range of temperatures throughout the offices and
classrooms. This could be caused by thermostats out of calibration, valves not working
properly, or pneumatic piping or fittings leaking. During our survey, there were multiple
rooms which had open windows in an attempt to cool the rooms. This is not only consuming
more energy than necessary, but is a potential security concern.
b. The temperature control system air compressor is located in Custodian Room 002. It is a 60
gallon duplex compressor system manufactured by Curtis model 6DJ7C. The pneumatic
system controls majority of the building devices with the exception of the window air
conditioning units (self-contained controls), PTAC units (self-contained controls), newer
indoor air handling units, and the rooftop units (direct digital controls (DDC)). The pneumatic
control system is older, has some leaking occurring in the piping system, obsolete technology,
and in poor condition. Pneumatic controls have an estimated service life of 20 years.
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c. The rooftop units and newer air handling units are controlled by a DDC system. From
discussions with the building personnel, the DDC system seems to be controlling adequately
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and they appear to be pleased with the performance compared to the pneumatic system. All
of this equipment is controlled remotely by district maintenance personnel. This system
appears to be in good to fair condition.
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APPEARS TO BE ADEQUATEY COOLED
APPEARS TO BE IN-ADEQUATEY COOLED
(1-TON WINDOW AIR CONDITIONERS)
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Air Conditioning System Options Performance & Costs Summary
Initial Annual Replacement Relative Sound
Construction Maintenance Annual Estimated Cost (over 30 Level
Air Conditioning System Option Cost Cost Energy Usage years) Life Cycle Cost Comparison*
Option 1: $453,477 $10,800 $24,600 $162,344 $1,270,459 10
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Option 2: $917,419 $14,400 $20,004 $457,036 $1,993,639 2
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Option 3: $1,566,040 $14,400 $21,276 $491,450 $2,701,890 1
Ducted Split System**
Option 4: $1,693,699 $10,800 $22,116 $675,167 $2,974,262 9
Under the Window Self Contained Unit Ventilator
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Option 5: $2,526,089 $12,600 $24,444 $584,158 $3,789,621 8
Chilled Water Plant and Under the Window Unit
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Option 6: $1,772,773 $10,800 $22,896 $731,997 $3,125,628 7
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Option 8: $2,570,761 $12,600 $23,940 $614,180 $3,854,324 5
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Option 9: $3,658,702 $12,600 $25,428 $624,187 $4,981,770 4

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Option 10: $3,670,488 $9,900 $24,492 $390,284 $4,699,355 3
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manufactured by Smith Cast Iron Boiler Company in 2003 and are models 28A-SW-16. The
input capacity for each boiler is 5,100 MBH each. The heating plant is located in the
basement level in Boiler Room 003. The estimated service life according to the American
Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) for the boilers is
approximately 35 years. They appear to be in good condition.
b. The main condensate return system is in an adjacent room. The system was manufactured by
Domestic and is a model VCD. There was no visible date when the unit was manufactured.
The system is older, but has had maintenance recently performed on it. The system appears
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c. There are seven (7) gas fired packaged (heating/cooling) rooftop units located on the roof.
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They were all manufactured by the Trane Company in 2001 and appear to be in good to fair
condition. The estimated service life for this equipment is about 15 years. They serve the
main office, multi-purpose room, library, resource room, and the computer lab. We collected
model numbers for three (3) of the units. The other rooftop units had electrical disconnects
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mounted over the nameplate on the units which covered the model numbers of the units.
From a visual observation, it appears that all of the units were installed at the same time. The
estimated service life for this equipment is about 15 years. The following is the information
we obtained from the nameplate data on the units:
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RTU-5 – Trane Voyager Model YCD102
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manufactured by American Air Filter in 1994. The majority of the units are floor mounted
model AV. There is one ceiling mounted unit which is a model AH. These units have an
estimated service life of 15 to 20 years and appear to be in good to fair condition.
b. Two (2) small offices on the third floor (Office 304A and Office 307A) have packaged terminal
air conditioning units (PTAC) which provide ventilation to the rooms. These units were
manufactured by McQuay and are Series 25. It is assumed that these units were installed at
the same time as the unit ventilators. These units have an estimated service life of 15 years
and appear to be in fair to poor condition.
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c. The main office, multi-purpose room, library, and the computer lab have rooftop units which
provide ventilation to these rooms. The units have distribution ductwork routed above the
ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall mounted diffusers.
d. The gymnasium and auditorium have ventilation provided by indoor air handling units. The
manufacturer of these units is unknown. The units have distribution ductwork routed above
the ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall mounted diffusers. The units are older and
appear to be in poor condition and have an estimated service life of 25 years.
e. There is a group room (Clinic 310) which relies on the windows to provide natural ventilation.
There is no mechanical means to provide ventilation.
a. Packaged rooftop units provide cooling to the main office, multi-purpose room, library,
resource room, and the computer lab.
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c. The auditorium is served by an indoor air handling unit which provides cool air generated by a
remote air cooled condensing unit. The condensing unit was manufactured by Carrier and is a
model 38AKS016. This unit has an estimated service life of 20 years and appears to be in fair
to poor condition.
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ton of cooling capacity. The unit has an estimated service life of 10 years and is in good to fair
condition. (Note: 1 ton of cooling for a typical classroom is not adequate to provide cooling
for the space ±74°F).
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e. Clinic 308A which is served by a ceiling mounted unit ventilator with a remote air cooled
condensing unit. The condensing unit was manufactured in 1994 by Inter-city Products. This
unit has an estimated service life of 15 years and it appears to be in fair to poor condition.
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b. The temperature control system air compressor is located in Machine Room 002. It is a 60
gallon, duplex compressor system manufactured by Curtis model 6DJ7C. The pneumatic
system controls majority of the building devices with the exception of the PTAC units (self-
contained controls), window air conditioning units (self-contained controls), newer air
handling equipment, and the rooftop units (direct digital controls (DDC)). The pneumatic
control system is older, has excessive leaking (the compressor was cycling frequently during
our survey), obsolete, and in poor condition. Pneumatic controls have an estimated service
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life of 20 years.
c. Some of the rooftop units are controlled by a DDC system. From discussions with the building
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personnel, the DDC system seems to be controlling adequately and they appear to be pleased
with the performance compared to the pneumatic system. All of this equipment is controlled
remotely by district maintenance personnel. This system appears to be in good to fair
condition.
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Option 1: $365,301 $8,700 $19,817 $130,777 $1,023,426 10
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Option 4: $1,364,369 $8,700 $17,816 $543,885 $2,395,933 9
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Option 6: $1,428,067 $8,700 $18,444 $589,664 $2,517,867 7
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Option 8: $2,070,891 $10,150 $19,285 $494,756 $3,104,872 5
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Option 10: $2,956,782 $7,975 $19,730 $314,395 $3,785,592 3
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a. The majority of the building is heated by two (2) newer hot water boilers. The boilers were
b. There four main hot water distribution pumps which were manufactured by Bell & Gossett.
Two (2) pumps are primary and two (2) pumps are secondary. All four (4) are series 1510.
One (1) set of pumps have 2 horse power (HP) motors and the other have 5 HP motors. There
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the boilers were replaced in 2008. The pumps appear to be in good condition and have an
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estimated service life of 20 years.
c. There are thirteen (13) gas fired packaged (heating/cooling) rooftop units located on the roof.
Twelve (12) of the units were manufactured by York in 2000 and appear to be in good to fair
condition. The other rooftop unit was manufactured by the Trane Company in 1994. This
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unit appears to be in fair to poor condition. The estimated service life for this equipment is
about 15 years. These units serve the main office, media center, computer lab, two (2)
resource rooms, the lounge, parent/teacher room, art room, teacher’s work room, OT/PT
room, multi-purpose room, and therapy room. The following is the information we obtained
from the nameplate data on the units:
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RTU-6 – York Model D1NA024N05606C
RTU-12 – York Model D2CG240N32025FDF
RTU-13 – York Model D2CG180N32025FDE
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2) Ventilating:
manufactured by American Air Filter. The unit ventilators were manufactured in 1993 and are
floor mounted units model AV. These units appeared to be in good to fair condition. These
units have an estimated service life of 15 to 20 years.
b. The main office, media center, computer lab, two (2) resource rooms, the lounge,
parent/teacher room, art room, teacher’s work room, OT/PT room, multi-purpose room, and
therapy room have rooftop units which provide ventilation to these rooms. The units have
distribution ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall mounted
diffusers.
c. The gymnasium has ventilation provided by an indoor air handling unit. The manufacturer is
unknown. The units have distribution ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to
wall mounted registers. The unit is newer and appears to be in good condition.
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d. There is one rooftop air handling unit which provides ventilation. There is no visible
nameplate so manufacturer and manufacturing date is unknown. The unit is newer and
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appears to be in good condition. This unit appears to be custom and is built more robust than
other rooftop equipment. This unit has an estimated service life of 20 to 25 years.
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(2) resource rooms, the lounge, parent/teacher room, art room, teacher’s work room, OT/PT
room, multi-purpose room, and therapy room.
b. The rooftop air handling unit provides cool air that is generated by a remote air cooled
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condensing unit. The condensing unit was manufactured by McQuay in 2013 and is a model
7919F161306088. This unit has an estimated service life of 20 years and appears to be in
good condition.
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classrooms, offices, the music room, and lounge. These window air conditioning units are
manufactured General Electric, LG, and Kenmore. They are approximately 1 ton of cooling
capacity each. The units have an estimated service life of 10 years and range from good to
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fair condition. (Note: 1 ton of cooling for a typical classroom is not adequate to provide
cooling for the space ±74°F).
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5) Controls:
operational issues which were indicated by the wide range of temperatures throughout the
offices and classrooms. This could be caused by thermostats out of calibration, valves not
working properly, or pneumatic piping or fittings leaking. During our survey, there were
multiple rooms which had open windows in an attempt to cool the rooms. This is not only
consuming more energy than necessary, but is a potential security concern.
b. The temperature control air compressor is located in Mechanical Room 002. It is a duplex
compressor system manufactured by Curtis model 6DN80. The pneumatic system controls
majority of the building devices with the exception of the window air conditioning units (self-
contained controls), the packaged rooftop units (direct digital controls (DDC)) and rooftop air
handling unit (DDC). The pneumatic control system is older, has some leaking occurring in the
piping system, obsolete technology, and in poor condition. Pneumatic controls have an
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discussions with the building personnel, the system seems to be controlling adequately and
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system appears to be in good condition.
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Option 1: $377,898 $9,000 $20,500 $135,286 $1,058,716 10
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Option 4: $1,411,416 $9,000 $18,430 $562,639 $2,478,552 9
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Option 6: $1,477,311 $9,000 $19,080 $609,997 $2,604,690 7
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Option 10: $3,058,740 $8,250 $20,410 $325,237 $3,916,129 3
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a. The majority of the building is heated by two (2) newer hot water boilers. The boilers were
Room. The estimated service life according to the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration,
and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) for the boilers is approximately 35 years. They
appear to be in good condition.
b. There two (2) main hot water distribution pumps which were manufactured by Bell & Gossett
series 1510. One (1) pump is primary and one (1) pump a secondary. Each of the pumps is
powered by a 10 horse power (HP) motor. There is no date on the pumps, but they look
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pumps appear to be in good condition and have an estimated service life of 20 years.
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c. There are five (5) gas fired packaged (heating/cooling) rooftop units located on the roof. Four
(4) of the units were manufactured by Carrier in 2000 and appear to be in good to fair
condition. The estimated service life for this style of packaged commercial equipment is
about 15 years. The other rooftop unit was manufactured by the Mammoth Company in
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2000. Mammoth rooftop units are custom built and are more robust than a typical
commercial style rooftop unit. There has been some control issues, but overall this unit
appears to be in good to fair condition. The estimated service life for this equipment is about
25 years. These units serve main office, Classroom 113, Classroom 115, Office 117, OT/PT
118, Music 210, Staff Work Room 205, and Conference Room 207. The following is the
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floor mounted units model AV. These units appeared to be in fair condition. These units have
an estimated service life of 15 to 20 years.
b. The main office, Classroom 113, Classroom 115, Office 117, OT/PT 118, Music 210, Staff Work
Room 205, and Conference Room 207 have rooftop units which provide ventilation to these
rooms. The units have distribution ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to
ceiling and wall mounted diffusers.
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c. The gymnasium and auditorium have ventilation provided by indoor air handling units located
in Equipment Room 103E. There was no visible date when the unit was manufactured. The
units have distribution ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to wall mounted
registers. The units are newer and appear to be in good condition. The estimated service life
for this equipment is about 25 years.
d. The multi-purpose room, library, computer lab, and Classrooms 100 through 100E have
ventilation provided by an indoor air handling unit located in a mechanical penthouse. There
was no visible date when the unit was manufactured. The units have distribution ductwork
routed above the ceilings and connected to wall mounted registers. The unit is newer and
appears to be in good condition. The estimated service life for this equipment is about 25
years.
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b. The air handling unit which provides cool air auditorium is generated by a remote air cooled
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lab, and Classrooms 100 through 100E is generated by a remote air cooled condensing unit.
The condensing unit was manufactured by Carrier in 1993 and is a model 38AH-054. This unit
has an estimated service life of 20 years and appears to be in fair condition.
d. There are three (3) classrooms on the second floor that have window air conditioning units.
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are approximately 1 ton of cooling capacity each. The units have an estimated service life of
10 years and range from good to fair condition. (Note: 1 ton of cooling for a typical classroom
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b. The temperature control system air compressor is located in the boiler room. It is a duplex
compressor system manufactured by Curtis model 8DJ7CD. The pneumatic system controls
contained controls), the packaged rooftop units (direct digital controls (DDC)) and indoor air
handling units (DDC). The pneumatic control system is older, has some leaking occurring in
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Option 1: $365,301 $8,700 $19,817 $130,777 $1,023,426 10
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Option 3: $1,261,533 $11,600 $17,139 $395,890 $2,176,522 1
Option 4: $1,364,369 $8,700 $17,816 $543,885 $2,395,933 9
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Option 5: $2,034,905 $10,150 $19,691 $470,572 $3,052,750 8
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Option 6: $1,428,067 $8,700 $18,444 $589,664 $2,517,867 7
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$1,790,992 $8,700 $19,333 $622,473 $2,931,230 6
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Option 8: $2,070,891 $10,150 $19,285 $494,756 $3,104,872 5
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Option 10: $2,956,782 $7,975 $19,730 $314,395 $3,785,592 3
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b. There is a steam to hot water shell and tube heat exchanger is located in Boiler Room 001. It
is a skid mounted unit with a pump package and expansion tank which was manufactured in
1971 by Bell & Gossett and is a model OHTP1248. The estimated service life for this system is
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about 20 to 25 years. The system appears to be in fair to poor condition.
c. The main condensate return system is located Mechanical Room 001. The system was
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manufactured by Domestic and is a model VCD-C. There was no visible date when the unit
was manufactured. The system is older and appears to be in good to fair condition.
d. There are three (3) gas fired packaged (heating/cooling) rooftop units located on the roof.
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condition. The other rooftop unit was manufactured by the McQuay in 2011. This unit
appears to be in good condition. The estimated service life for this equipment is about 15
years. These units serve the main office, the old office (new classrooms 107 and 107A), art
room, and resource room. The following is the information we obtained from the nameplate
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floor mounted units model AV. These units appeared to be in fair condition. These units have
an estimated service life of 15 to 20 years.
b. Ventilation to the classrooms in the 2012 addition is provided by 4 unit ventilators. These
units were manufactured by American Air Filter. The unit ventilators were manufactured in
2012 and are floor mounted units model AV. These units appeared to be in good condition.
These units have an estimated service life of 15 to 20 years.
c. The main office, the old office (new classrooms 107 and 107A), art room, and resource room
have rooftop units which provide ventilation to these rooms. The units have distribution
ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to ceiling mounted diffusers.
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d. The gymnasium has ventilation provided by two (2) indoor air handling units. The older unit
was manufactured by American Air Filter. There was no visible date when the unit was
manufactured. The unit is appears to be in poor condition. The other unit is newer,
manufactured by Trane, and is an M Series unit. There was no visible date when the unit was
manufactured. These units have distribution ductwork routed above the ceilings and
connected to wall mounted registers. The unit is newer and appears to be in good condition.
These units have an estimated service life of 20 years.
e. The auditorium has ventilation provided by an indoor air handling unit. The unit is newer and
was manufactured by Trane, and is an M Series unit. There was no visible date when the unit
was manufactured. The unit is newer and appears to be in good condition. There was no
visible date when the unit was manufactured. This unit has distribution ductwork routed
above the ceilings and connected to ceiling and sidewall mounted registers. This unit has an
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b. There are two (2) air handling units which provide cool air that is generated by remote air
cooled condensing units. One condensing unit generates cooling for the air handling unit that
serves the media center & support rooms, multi-purpose room, and the computer lab. It was
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manufactured by Trane in 1994 and is a model RAUCC40GB. The other condensing unit
generates cooling for the air handling unit that serves the auditorium. It was also
manufactured by Trane in 1994 and is a model RAUCC20GB. These units have an estimated
service life of 20 years and appear to be in fair condition.
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c. The art room has a window air conditioning unit that provides cooling. This unit provides
approximately 1 ton of cooling. This unit has an estimated service life of 10 years and appears
to be in fair condition. (Note: 1 ton of cooling for a typical classroom is not adequate to
provide cooling for the space ±74°F).
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generated by remote air cooled condensing units. The 4 of the condensing units were
manufactured in 2012 by Lennox and are model ZC13-036. These units appear to be in good
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b. The temperature control system air compressor is located in Boiler Room 001. It is a duplex
compressor system manufactured by Curtis model 8DN80. The pneumatic system controls
contained controls), the packaged rooftop units (direct digital controls (DDC)) and the newer
handling units (DDC). The pneumatic control system is older, has some leaking occurring in
the piping system (the compressor was frequently cycling during our survey), obsolete
technology, and in poor condition. Pneumatic controls have an estimated service life of 20
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c. The rooftop units, the unit ventilators in the 2012 addition, and air handling units are
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controlled by a DDC system. From discussions with the building personnel, the system seems
to be controlling adequately and they appear to be pleased with the performance compared
to the pneumatic system. This system appears to be in good to fair condition.
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Option 1: $403,091 $9,600 $21,867 $144,305 $1,129,297 10
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Option 2: $815,484 $12,800 $17,781 $406,254 $1,772,124 2
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Option 3: $1,392,036 $12,800 $18,912 $436,844 $2,401,680 1
Option 4: $1,505,511 $9,600 $19,659 $600,149 $2,643,789 9
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Option 5: $2,245,412 $11,200 $21,728 $519,252 $3,368,552 8
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Option 6: $1,575,798 $9,600 $20,352 $650,664 $2,778,336 7
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$1,976,267 $9,600 $21,333 $686,866 $3,234,461 6
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Option 8: $2,285,121 $11,200 $21,280 $545,938 $3,426,066 5
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Option 9: $3,252,180 $11,200 $22,603 $554,833 $4,428,240 4

Option 10: $3,262,656 $8,800 $21,771 $346,919 $4,177,205 3
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a. The majority of the building is heated by three (3) newer steam water boilers. The boilers
were manufactured by the Weil McLain Company in 2002 and are models 1488. The input
capacity for each boiler is 4,500 MBH each. The heating plant is located in the basement level
in Boiler Room 014. The estimated service life according to the American Society of Heating,
b. A steam to hot water shell and tube heat exchanger is located in an adjacent mechanical
room. It is an older heat exchanger which was insulated. There was no visible manufacturer’s
information on the heat exchanger. The two (2) distribution pumps which circulated building
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hot water were manufactured by Bell & Gossett and are series 1510. There was no visible
manufacturer’s information on the pumps. The estimated service life for this system is about
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20 to 25 years. The system appears to be in fair condition.
c. The main condensate return system is in the same room as the heat exchanger. The system
was manufactured by Domestic and is a model VCD4. There was no visible date when the
unit was manufactured. Seals are leaking, there are rust stains on the unit, and water was on
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the floor. The system appears to be in poor condition.
d. There are two (2) gas fired packaged (heating/cooling) rooftop units located on the roof.
They were both manufactured by McQuay in 2011 and serves main office area on the first
floor. The estimated service life for this equipment is about 15 years. The following is the
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RTU-1 – McQuay Model MPS005
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manufactured in 1994 by American Air Filter. These units appeared to be in fair condition.
These units have an estimated service life of 15 to 20 years.
b. The main office has rooftop units which provide ventilation to the rooms. The units have
diffusers. These units appear to be in good condition.
c. The southwest portion of the building is served by three (3) separate constant volume, multi-
zone indoor air handling units. These units were manufactured by American Air Filter and had
no manufacturing date. The majority of the rooms in this area consist of the media center, 4th
grade classrooms, computer lab, math lab, staff lounge, multi-purpose room, kindergarten
rooms, and pre-kindergarten rooms. The units have distribution ductwork routed above the
ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall mounted diffusers. These units are older and
appear to be in poor condition. The estimated service life for these units is about 25 years.
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d. The gymnasium, locker rooms, and auditorium have ventilation provided by single zone,
constant volume indoor air handling units. These units were manufactured by McQuay. The
units are newer and are assumed they were installed at the same time the McQuay rooftop
units were installed in 2011. The units appear to be in good condition. The estimated service
life for these units is about 25 years.
e. Classroom 207 located on the second floor has two (2) packaged terminal air conditioning
units (PTACs) which provide ventilation to the rooms. These units were manufactured in 1995
by McQuay and are model ENR015A. These units have an estimated service life of 15 years
and appear to be in good condition.
a. Packaged rooftop units provide cooling to the main office area.
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cooled condensing units. The condensing units were all manufactured in 1994 by Trane and
are model RAUCC40. The estimated service life for these units is about 20 years. These units
appear to be in fair condition.
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c. The auditorium is served by an indoor air handling unit which provides cool air generated by a
remote air cooled condensing unit. The condensing unit was manufactured in 1994 by Trane
Carrier and is a model RAUCC20. The estimated service life for this unit is about 20 years.
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d. Computer Lab 220 has a ceiling mounted duct-free split system. The roof mounted air cooled
unit was manufactured by Goodman. There is no visible nameplate data on the unit. This is a
smaller light commercial unit with an estimated service life of about 15 years. The
condensing unit system is older and appears to be in poor condition.
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f. Office 302 has a window air conditioning unit that provides cooling. This unit was
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estimated service life of 10 years and appears to be in fair condition.
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have 583.8 Amps available to serve the new air conditioning load. The new air conditioning
electrical load is estimated to be 595.2 Amps. The existing electrical service will need to be
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b. The pneumatic system controls majority of the building devices with the exception of the
duct-free split system, the rooftop units (direct digital controls (DDC)), and the newer air
handling units (direct digital controls (DDC)). The pneumatic control system is older, has
some leaking occurring in the piping system, obsolete technology, and in poor condition.
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Longfellow Elementary School
Option 1: $433,091 $9,600 $21,867 $144,305 $1,129,297 10
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Option 3: $1,422,036 $12,800 $18,912 $436,844 $2,401,680 1
Option 4: $1,535,511 $9,600 $19,659 $600,149 $2,643,789 9
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Option 5: $2,275,412 $11,200 $21,728 $519,252 $3,368,552 8
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Option 6: $1,605,798 $9,600 $20,352 $650,664 $2,778,336 7
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$2,006,267 $9,600 $21,333 $686,866 $3,234,461 6
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Option 8: $2,315,121 $11,200 $21,280 $545,938 $3,426,066 5
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Option 10: $3,292,656 $8,800 $21,771 $346,919 $4,177,205 3
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b. A steam to hot water shell and tube heat exchanger is located in Storage Room 015. It is a
smaller and newer system. The two (2) distribution pumps were manufactured by Bell &
Gossett and are series 60 with 1/2 HP motors. The estimated service life for this system is
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about 20 to 25 years. The system appears to be in good condition.
c. The main condensate return system is in an adjacent room (Mechanical Room 016). The
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system was manufactured by Domestic and is a model VCD4. There was no visible date when
the unit was manufactured. The system is older but has had maintenance recently performed
on it. The system appears to be in fair to poor condition.
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d. There are four (4) gas fired packaged (heating/cooling) rooftop units located on the roof.
Three (3) units serve the main office and one (1) serves the computer lab and associated
office. These units appear to be in good to fair condition. The estimated service life for this
equipment is about 15 years. The following is the information we obtained from the
nameplate data on the units:
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RTU-2 (South portion of the office) – McQuay Model MPS003 (Mfg. 2012)
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RTU-4 (North portion of the office) – York Model DC2G072 (Mfg. Unknown)
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One group was manufactured in 2000 and are floor mounted units model AV. These units
appeared to be in good to fair condition. The other units did not have visible nameplate data,
but were floor mounted units as well. They are older than 2000 (thought to be 1970s vintage)
and appear to be in fair to poor condition. These units have an estimated service life of 15 to
20 years.
b. Two (2) small offices on the second floor (Office 200A and Office 201A) have packaged
terminal air conditioning units (PTAC) which provide ventilation to the rooms. These units
were manufactured by McQuay and are series 25. From a visual assessment, it is assumed
that these units were installed at the same time as the newer unit ventilators. These units
have an estimated service life of 15 years and appear to be in fair to poor condition.
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c. The main office and the computer lab have rooftop units which provide ventilation to these
rooms. The units have distribution ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to
ceiling and wall mounted diffusers. These units appear to be in good to fair condition.
d. The cafeteria, classrooms 216A through 216D, classrooms 116A and 116B, has an indoor air
handling unit which provide ventilation to these rooms. The unit has distribution ductwork
routed above the ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall mounted diffusers. This unit
appears to be in fair condition.
e. The gymnasium, locker rooms, and auditorium have ventilation provided by indoor air
handling units. The manufacturer of the gymnasium and locker room unit is Clarage Fan
Company and the manufacturer of the auditorium units is unknown. The units have
diffusers. The units are older and appear to be in poor condition. The estimated service life
for these units are about 25 years
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b. The cafeteria, classrooms 216A through 216D, classrooms 116A and 116B, has an indoor air
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handling unit which provides cool air that is generated by a remote air cooled condensing
unit. The condensing unit was manufactured in 1995 by Carrier and is a model 38AKS044.
The estimated service life for this unit is about 20 years. This unit appears to be in fair to poor
condition.
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1995 by Carrier and is a model 38AKS016. The estimated service life for this unit is about 20
years. This unit appears to be in fair to poor condition.
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and is a Mr. Slim model. There is no visible nameplate data on the unit. This is a smaller light
commercial unit with an estimated service life of about 15 years. The system is newer and
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e. The new Art Room and Classroom 107B have unit ventilators which provide cool air that is
generated by remote air cooled condensing units. The two (2) of the condensing units were
manufactured in 2012 by Lennox and are model ZC13-036. These units appear to be in good
condition. The third unit was manufactured by Payne in 2005 and is a model PA10JA036. This
unit appears to be in fair condition. These are smaller light commercial units with an
estimated service life of about 15 years. The system is newer and appears to be in good to
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b. The temperature control air compressor is located in Mechanical Room 016. It is an 80 gallon,
duplex compressor system manufactured by Curtis model 8DJ7CD. The pneumatic system
controls majority of the building devices with the exception of the PTAC units (self-contained
controls), duct-free split system, and the rooftop units (direct digital controls (DDC)). The
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compressor was frequently cycling during our survey), obsolete technology, and in poor
condition. Pneumatic controls have an estimated service life of 20 years.
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Option 1: $352,705 $8,400 $19,133 $126,267 $988,135 10
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Option 3: $1,218,031 $11,200 $16,548 $382,239 $2,101,470 1
Option 4: $1,317,322 $8,400 $17,201 $525,130 $2,313,315 9
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Option 5: $1,964,736 $9,800 $19,012 $454,345 $2,947,483 8
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Option 6: $1,378,823 $8,400 $17,808 $569,331 $2,431,044 7
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Option 10: $2,854,824 $7,700 $19,049 $303,554 $3,655,054 3
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b. A steam to hot water shell and tube heat exchanger is located in Mechanical Room 001. It
was manufactured by Bell & Gossett and is a Model SU 128-4. The hot water distribution
system has four (4) distribution pumps that were also manufactured by Bell & Gossett (two
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(2) are primary and two (2) are secondary). Two (2) are a series 60 with 3/4 HP motors and
the other two (2) are a series 1510 with 3 HP motors. There was no visible date when the unit
was manufactured, but they are older. The estimated service life for this system is 20 to 25
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c. The main condensate return system is also located Mechanical Room 001. The system was
manufactured by Mepco. There was no visible date when the unit was manufactured or its
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model number. The system appeared to be newer. The system appears to be in good
condition.
d. There are three (3) gas fired packaged (heating/cooling) rooftop units located on the roof.
There are two (2) standard commercial units. One was manufactured by Trane in 2001 and is
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in fair condition. The second one was built by McQuay in 2012 and is in good condition. The
estimated service life for this style of packaged commercial equipment is about 15 years. The
other two rooftop units were manufactured by the Mammoth Company in 2001. Mammoth
rooftop units are custom built and are more robust than a typical commercial style rooftop
unit. This unit appears to be in fair condition. The estimated service life for this equipment is
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about 25 years. These units serve the main office, art room, multi-purpose room (MPR),
offices adjacent to the MPR, Classroom 214, Library 201, Computer Lab, Classroom 200,
Classroom 301A, Classroom 302, Classroom 303A and Classroom 305. The following is the
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RTU-1 – Mammoth Model CDHEBFP-592-G800-N600-MZ12
RTU-2 – Mammoth Model DHEBFC-212-G320-N100-MZ4
RTU-3 – Trane Model YCD075C
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manufactured by American Air Filter. They were manufactured in 2001 and are floor
mounted units model AV. These units appeared to be in good to fair condition. These units
have an estimated service life of 15 to 20 years.
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b. The main office, art room, multi-purpose room (MPR), offices adjacent to the MPR, Classroom
214, Library 201, Computer Lab, Classroom 200, Classroom 301A, Classroom 302, Classroom
303A and Classroom 305 has rooftop units which provide ventilation to these rooms. The
units have distribution ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall
mounted diffusers. These units appear to be in good to fair condition.
c. The gymnasium and auditorium have ventilation provided by indoor air handling units. There
was no visible date of the manufacturer or its model numbers. The units have distribution
ductwork routed above the ceilings and connected to ceiling and wall mounted diffusers. The
units are newer and appear to be in good condition. The estimated service life for this system
is about 25 years.
d. Gymnasium Office 2221K, Resource Space 215, and the office/small group room between
Classroom 310 and 312 relies on the windows to provide natural ventilation. There is no
mechanical means to provide ventilation.
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(MPR), offices adjacent to the MPR, Classroom 214, Library 201, Computer Lab, Classroom
200, Classroom 301A, Classroom 302, Classroom 303A and Classroom 305.
b. The auditorium is served by an indoor air handling unit which provides cool air that is
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2012 by McQuay and is a model RCS12F150C. The estimated service life for this unit is about
20 years. This unit appears to be Good condition.
c. Faculty Work Room 100A has a wall mounted duct-free split system manufactured by Sanyo
and is a model TS3632. This is a smaller light commercial unit with an estimated service life of
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about 15 years. The system is newer and appears to be in good condition.
d. There are fourteen (14) rooms that have window air conditioning units. These rooms are
classrooms, resource, music room, and art room. These window air conditioning units are
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manufactured Air Temp, Amana, LG, and Kenmore. They are approximately 1 ton of cooling
capacity each. The units have an estimated service life of 10 years and range from good to
fair condition. (Note: 1 ton of cooling for a typical classroom is not adequate to provide
cooling for the space ±74°F)
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5) Controls:
b. The temperature control system air compressor is located in Mechanical Room 001. It is a
duplex compressor system manufactured by Curtis model 6DH6C. The pneumatic system
controls majority of the building devices with the exception of the duct-free split system, new
air handling units, and the rooftop units (direct digital controls (DDC)). The pneumatic control
system is older, has some leaking occurring in the piping system, is obsolete technology, and
in fair condition. Pneumatic controls have an estimated service of 20 years.
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Whittier Elementary School
Option 1: $415,687 $9,900 $22,550 $148,815 $1,164,588 10
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Option 2: $840,968 $13,200 $18,337 $418,950 $1,827,502 2
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Option 3: $1,435,537 $13,200 $19,503 $450,496 $2,476,732 1
Option 4: $1,552,558 $9,900 $20,273 $618,903 $2,726,407 9
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Option 5: $2,315,582 $11,550 $22,407 $535,478 $3,473,819 8
Ventilators
Option 6: $1,625,042 $9,900 $20,988 $670,997 $2,865,159 7
Blow
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Option 8: $2,356,531 $11,550 $21,945 $562,998 $3,533,130 5
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Option 9: $3,353,810 $11,550 $23,309 $572,172 $4,566,623 4

Option 10: $3,364,614 $9,075 $22,451 $357,760 $4,307,742 3
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10.1 Building Controls Upgrade
Existing Building Controls Upgrades
During our survey it was observed that the majority of the buildings HVAC systems are controlled by
pneumatics. Pneumatic control systems are older obsolete technology. A pneumatic system would not be
considered for a new school application. Pneumatic control systems inefficient compared to newer direct
digital control (DDC) systems. Temperature control air compressors are used in pneumatic systems to
generate air pressure to operate valves and dampers. This is the heart of a pneumatic system. When a leak
develops in the air system due to a pipe break or leaking valves, the compressor will operate more and work
harder to try to maintain system pressure. This not only increases energy usage, but could result in higher
maintenance (i.e. time and expense locating the air leak). Calibration of devices such as thermostats is
another maintenance cost that should occur on an annual basis.
During our survey we observed various temporary measures which are indications that there are problems
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with pneumatic systems. It includes such items as open windows to cool rooms down (this occurred at
every school and is a potential security concern), rooms which were extremely warm, rooms where unit
ventilator were operating, and mechanical systems that were in operation. Please note that all of these
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observations took place after normal student occupied hours.
Reduced energy usage and occupant comfort could increase greatly by implementing a DDC system. When
used correctly, a DDC system can save the school district money in operational costs by implementing
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control strategies such as demand control ventilation, use of occupancy sensors, detailed
occupied/unoccupied schedules, etc. In addition to energy savings, more precise control can be achieved
which directly results in occupant comfort. A DDC system can also assist in trouble shooting issues by
utilizing computerized data to diagnose an issue in advance of school district personnel going to the school
to remediate system problems. This can make better use of the maintenance staff’s time and can help
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resolve the problem quicker.
The following spreadsheet identifying replacement control system costs was developed in conjunction with
a temperature control contractor who is familiar with both pneumatic and DDC systems. The costs were
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10.2 Replacement of Existing Pneumatic HVAC Control System
With Direct Digital Controls Costs

Replacement of Existing Pneumatic HVAC Control System
with Direct Digital Controls Costs
School Total Cost
Beye Elementary School $372,164.10
Hatch Elementary School $316,753.80
Holmes Elementary School $366,900.05
Irving Elementary School $357,837.70
Lincoln Elementary School $375,108.80
Longfellow Elementary School $396,550.00
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Mann Elementary School $317,963.80
Whittier Elementary School $461,243.75
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11.1 Appendix A: Mechanical Equipment Service Life
APPENDIX A: MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT SERVICE LIFE
This report utilizes information obtained from building surveys as compared to published industry standard
data.
The American Society of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) 2011 HVAC Applications
Book was used to determine the service life of the equipment. Service life is defined as the time during
which a particular system or component remains in its original service application.
Estimates of Service Life of Various Mechanical Components

Equipment Item Median Years
Air Conditioners
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Window Unit 10
Commercial through-the-wall 15
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Air Terminals
VAV and double-duct boxes 20
Boilers, hot water (steam)
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Coils
DX, water, or steam 20
Fans
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Centrifugal 25
Axial 20
Heat Exchangers
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Package Chillers
Reciprocating 20
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Pumps
Base mounted 20
Standard Roof-top Air Conditioners
Single-zone 15
Non-Referenced ASHRAE Equipment
*Air Handling Unit 25
*Rooftop Units (Custom) 25
*Self-Contained Unit Ventilators 15
*ASHRAE does not specifically mention the useful life for this equipment. The years were developed by
speaking with contractors, equipment representatives, and through our experience.
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11.2 Appendix B: Definitions
DEFINITIONS OF ECONOMIC TERMS
Life-Cycle Cost (LCC): The sum of all discounted costs of acquiring, owning, operating, maintaining, and
disposing of a building project over the study period. Comparing life-cycle costs among mutually exclusive
projects of equal performance is one way of determining relative cost effectiveness.
Present Value: The time-equivalent value at a specified base time (the present) of past, present, and future
cash flows.
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11.3 Appendix C: Reference List
REFERENCE LIST
Gladstone, J., & Humphreys, K.K. (1995). Mechanical Estimating Guidebook. New York: McGraw-Hill, Inc.
Rushing, A. S., Kneifel, J.D., & Lippiatt, B. C. (2013). Energy Price Indices and Discount Factors for Life-Cycle
Cost Analysis – 2013. United States Department of Commerce. Retrieved from
http://www1.eere.energy.gov/femp/pdfs/ashb13.pdf
United States General Services Administration. (2013). 1.8 Life Cycle Costing. Retrieved from
http://www.gsa.gov/portal/content/101197
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PROJECT REPORT

Date: November 14, 2013

Air Conditioning Study for

1.0 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM OPTIONS PERFORMANCE & COSTS

2.0 BEYE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

3.0 HATCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

3.4 Third Floor Existing Air Conditioning Area Plan

4.0 HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

4.1 Existing Conditions

5.0 IRVING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CS2 DESIGN GROUP TABLE OF CONTENTS

7.0 LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

8.0 MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

9.0 WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10.0 BUILDING CONTROLS

END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

CS2 DESIGN GROUP TABLE OF CONTENTS

AIR CONDITIONING OPTIONS

CS2 DESIGN GROUP INTRODUCTION

AIR CONDITIONING SUMMARY

CS2 DESIGN GROUP REPORT SUMMARY

Oak Park Elementary School District 97

Beye Hatch Holmes Irving Lincoln Longfellow Mann Whittier

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Oak Park Elementary School District 97

REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING PNEUMATIC

Option 1 Provide Window Air Conditioning Units

equipment that must be maintained.

3. Estimated Service Life:

CS2 DESIGN GROUP A/C SYSTEM OPTIONS PERFORMANCE & COSTS

Option 2 Provide New Variable Refrigerant Flow Ductless Split System

cannot be phased in one room at a time.

3. Estimated Service Life:

CS2 DESIGN GROUP A/C SYSTEM OPTIONS PERFORMANCE & COSTS

Option 3 Provide New Variable Refrigerant Flow Ducted Split System

1. Additional Advantages to Option 2:

2. Additional Disadvantages to Option 2:

CS2 DESIGN GROUP A/C SYSTEM OPTIONS PERFORMANCE & COSTS

Option 4 Provide New Under the Window Self-Contained Unit Ventilators

slightly more noise than the existing unit ventilators.

3. Estimated Service Life:

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to accommodate the weight of the unit.

3. Estimated Service Life:

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h. This installation could be done one room at a time.

size and in a different location.

3. Estimated Service Life:

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1. Additional advantages to Option 6:

2. Additional disadvantages to Option 6:

3. Estimated Service Life:

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unit ventilators, thus results in more classroom space.

b. Casework will need modification to accommodate change in unit location.

3. Estimated Service Life:

CS2 DESIGN GROUP A/C SYSTEM OPTIONS PERFORMANCE & COSTS

1. Additional advantages to Option 8:

2. Additional disadvantages to Option 8: