U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

Federal Energy Management Program – Energy-Efficient Products

Model Contract Language for Air-Cooled Chillers

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-cooled chillers 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.

Performance Requirements for Air-Cooled Chillers – Effective 11/2003
Part Load Optimized Chillers
Compressor Type and Capacity Recommended IPLV (kW/ton)
Scroll (30 to 60 ton) 0.86 kW/ton or less
Reciprocating (30 to 150 ton) 0.90 kW/ton or less
Screw (70 to 200 ton) 0.98 kW/ton or less
Full Load Optimized Chillers
Compressor Type and Capacity Recommended Full Load
Scroll (30 to 60 ton) 1.23 kW/ton or less
Reciprocating (30 to 150 ton) 1.23 kW/ton or less
Screw (70 to 200 ton) 1.23 kW/ton or less

This language is available for download (MS DOC 34 KB).