General Guide
This is a general guide of some key actions that your community should take to ensure a successful EMS contract.
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Organize a team that includes:
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A key decision maker with contracting authority
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Legal counsel
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Technical staff
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Financial staff
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Procurement staff
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Hire an owner’s agent.
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Develop an energy use baseline.
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Define your project:
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Set goals
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Prioritize improvements
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Understand expectations
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Ensure accountability by documenting all procedures and changes.
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Follow the state procurement laws.
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Use DOER model documents.
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Follow best practices.