Model Contract Language for Commercial Heat Pumps
In accordance with the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the Federal Acquisition Regulations Section 23, and Presidential Executive Order 13123 the vendor shall provide air-source heat pumps that meet or exceed the latest Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) energy-efficiency purchasing specifications. Refer to the FEMP Web site at www.eere.energy.gov/femp/procurement/ to obtain proper sizing and cost-effectiveness data, operating tips and other important information.
| Energy Efficiency Requirements for Commercial Heat Pumps – Effective 7/2005 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rated Capacity (Btu/hour) | Performance Criteria |
| Air Source | < 65,000 | 12.0 SEER or more 7.7 HSPF or more |
| Air Source | 65,000 to 135,000 | 10.1 EER or more 10.4 IPLV or more 3.2 COP or more |
| Air Source | 135,000 to 240,000 | 9.3 EER or more 9.5 IPLV or more 3.1 COP or more |
| Water Source | 65,000 to 135,000 | 12.8 EER or more 4.5 COP or more |
This language is available for download (MS DOC 40 KB).