Chiller Plant

Project Scope of Work Included:

BIM & Pre-Construction

• Full BIM Coordination for Clash Detection and Integration Across Mechanical, Electrical, and Structural Systems
• 3D Modeling for All Major Piping Runs (16″–30″ Large Bore) and Valve Assemblies

Procurement & Fabrication

• Procurement of Major Pipe, Valves, and Specialty Components for Chilled Water and Condenser Water Systems
• In-House Pipe Fabrication of ~10,000 LF of Piping (16″–30″) with Shop Welds, Spool Assembly, and QA/QC Testing

Mechanical Installation

• Field Installation of Large-Bore Piping, Valves, Strainers, Expansion Joints, and Supports
• Rigging and Setting of Major Equipment, Including: (4) Chillers & (4) Cooling Towers
• Miscellaneous Pumps, Heat Exchangers, and Skid-Mounted Systems
• Installation of Auxiliary Piping and Interconnections to Existing CUP Distribution Networks

Testing & Commissioning

• Hydrostatic Pressure Testing of All Piping Systems
• Chemical Cleaning, Flushing, and Passivation of Chilled and Condenser Water Loops
• Pre-functional Testing of All Equipment Prior to Start-Up
• Support of Commissioning and Integrated System Testing with the Owner’s Reps and Controls Contractors

Insulation & Finishes

• Installation of Thermal Insulation Systems for All Piping, Equipment, and Appurtenances to Improve Efficiency and Safety
• Coordination with Architectural Finishes in CUP Equipment Rooms

Challenges and Results

The upgraded CUP significantly reduces the university’s steam and chilled water consumption, targeting its largest source of greenhouse gas emissions. Beyond campus, the facility also provides critical utility services to two local hospitals and a second university campus, underscoring the importance of efficient, reliable infrastructure in supporting both environmental goals and community needs.