This project provides for the procurement and partial compensation of an Energy Service Company (ESCO) to replace the outdated and energy-inefficient HVAC systems in the Executive Office Building (EOB) located at 101 Monroe Street, Rockville, Maryland. The ESCO analyzes, designs, and constructs the energy-efficient Heating Ventiliation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) replacement systems. In return, the ESCO receives a portion of the saved energy costs in addition to direct compensation.

A comprehensive study to explore options for ESCO and renovation work at the EOB is scheduled to occur in FY20. The results of this study, expected in FY21, will determine the project's final scope, schedule, and cost.

The EOB was built in 1979, and its HVAC system is over 40 years old. In 2006, the Department of General Services hired a consultant (URS Inc.) to conduct a condition assessment study to identify the condition of the HVAC system. The outcome of this study indicated that all equipment and components have reached the end of their economic life expectancy. Moreover, the existing all electric heating system is highly inefficient and is costly to operate. The consultant study recommended that the entire HVAC system be redesigned with state-of-the-art technology, highly-efficient equipment, and be replaced in its entirety. The ESCO approach to this project saves the County considerable upfront costs.

Department of General Services, City of Rockville, Offices of the County Executive, Department of Technology Services, Department of Finance, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service, Department of Human Resources, Office of Management and Budget, Department of Transportation, Washington Gas, WSSC, and PEPCO.