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This document is an Amendment No. 1 to a Request for Proposal (RFx) from the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) for Certified Quality Control Inspection Services, RFx No. 3160007422. The solicitation covers Quality Control Inspection Services for weatherization programs across multiple agencies in Mississippi, with a total of 79 planned jobs covering Program Years 2023, 2024, and 2025, funded through IIJA and Formula grants. The agency breakdown includes Lift (7 jobs), Multi-County (16 jobs), Northeast (9 jobs), POI (8 jobs), South Central (29 jobs), and WWISCAA (10 jobs). Bidders are required to acknowledge the amendment by returning it with their response by Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM CT, and a Performance Bond will be required for this contract.
The amendment includes a comprehensive Mississippi Weatherization QCI On-Site Post Inspection Form that details the extensive quality control and inspection requirements for weatherization projects. The form covers multiple aspects of home energy efficiency inspections, including air leakage testing, ventilation assessment, shell data collection, combustion appliance testing, and comprehensive file folder reviews. Funding for these inspections will come from both DOE and LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) sources, with specific allocations for materials, labor, health and safety measures, incidental repairs, and central heating and cooling systems. The Quality Control Inspector (QCI) must thoroughly verify all measurements, test results, and documentation to ensure compliance with Department of Energy requirements and standard work specifications.
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Amendment No. 1 to RFx No.3160007422, Certified Quality Control Inspection Services
INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB)
RFx No. 3160007422
Certified Quality Control Inspection Services
Amendment #1 Questions & Answers attached.
Please acknowledge receipt of Amendment #1 by returning it, along with your IFB Response, by
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, by 2:00 PM., CT. This acknowledgement should be enclosed in your response.
Failure to submit this acknowledgement may result in rejection of the response.
Name of Company
Authorized Official’s Typed Name/Title
Signature of Authorized Official Date (No stamped signature)
Should an amendment to the IFB be issued, it will be posted on the MDHS website (www.mdhs.ms.gov) in a manner that all respondents will be able to view. Further, respondents must acknowledge receipt of any amendment to the solicitation by signing and returning the amendment with the response, by identifying the amendment number and date in the space provided for this purpose on this form, or by letter. The acknowledgment must be received by MDHS by the time and at the place specified for receipt of responses. It is the respondent’s sole responsibility to monitor the website for amendments to the IFB.
Amendment No. 1 to RFx No.3160007422, Certified Quality Control Inspection Services
Amendment #1 Questions & Answers
Certified Quality Control Inspection Services
RFx No. 3160007422
1. Do you have a projected number of planned jobs and Quality Assurance Inspections for each
LIWAP agency?
Yes, the total number of planned jobs is 79. This will cover the PY2023, PY2024, & PY2025 IIJA & Formula grants
Agency breakdown:
Lift-7
Multi-County-16
Northeast-9
POI-8
South Central-29
WWISCAA-10
2. Are the desk reviews only to be performed on the 10% of jobs we are doing the Onsite Technical Audits on?
Yes
3. Is a copy of the Mississippi Weatherization QCI On-Site Post Inspection Form available for us to review?
Yes, see following pages.
4. The IFB has a requirement for a Performance Bond. Is this going to be required on this contract?
Yes
Mississippi Weatherization QCI On-Site Post Inspection Form
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Table A: GENERAL DATA
Client: __________________________________
Street: _____________________________ Apt: _____
City: ____________________ State: MS Zip: _______
County: ____________________
BA/EA: ___________________________________
Audit Date: ________________________________
Date of Const: ____________
# Bedrooms: ____ # Occupants: ____ # Full Baths: ____
# Conditioned Floors: ______ Conditioned Ft2: ______
Conditioned Ft3: _____ Cond. Above Grade Ft: ______
Job #:
Home Type:
Heating fuel:
Foundation
Type
Heat System location:
DWH Fuel:
A/C Exists:
Smoke Alarm:
CO Alarm:
___ Single family (SF)
___ Mobile home (MH)
___ Multi-family (MF)
___ N/G ___ Electric
___ Propane ___ Wood
___ Oil
___ Slab ___ Crawl
___ Basemt ___ Cond.
___ Unintentionally Cond.
___ Attic ___ Crawl
___ House ___ Cond.
___ Ucond
___ Gas ___ Electric
___ Propane ___ Wood
___ Oil
___ Yes ___ No
___ Win ___ Cent
___ Yes ___ No #___
___ Yes ___ No #___
Table B: FUNDING SOURCE
Identify services provided by: DOE FUNDING LIHEAP FUNDING
Materials: $ ______________
Labor: $ ______________
Health & Safety: $______________
Incidental Repairs: $______________
Cent. A/C & Heating: $______________
Landlord Contribution: $______________
Others: $______________
Total: $ ______________
Materials: $ ______________
Labor: $ ______________
Health & Safety: $ ______________
Incidental Repairs: $ ______________
Cent. A/C & Heating: $ ______________
Landlord Contribution: $ ______________
Others: $ ______________
Total: $ ______________
Table C: HEALTH & SAFETY
Did the Building Analyst/Energy Auditor correctly identify the following H&S/IRM’s? YES/NO/NA
Lead: Y N NA__
PACM/Vermiculite: Y N NA__
Unsafe Elec. Junction: Y N NA__
Unvented Heater: Y N NA__
Mold/Mildew: Y N NA__
Structural Problem: Y N NA__
Biological Hazard: Y N NA__
Pest Intrusion: Y N NA__
Comb. Vent Issues: Y N NA__
Gas Leak: Y N NA__
Plumbing Leak: Y N NA__
Roof Leak: Y N NA__
Standing Water: Y N NA__
Open Sump Pit: Y N NA__
Bare Dirt Floor: Y N NA__
Water Staining: Y N NA__
Humidifier Use: Y N NA__
Radon: Y N NA__
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Table D: PHOTO CHECKLIST- Did the Building Analyst/Energy Auditor provide legible Photo’s? YES/NO/NA
All Exterior Sides: Y N NA__
All Appliance Labels: Y N NA__
Subspace: Y N NA__
Attics: Y N NA__
H&S/IRM items: Y N NA__
All insulation levels: Y N NA__
All Windows/Doors: Y N NA__
Ducts: Y N NA__
Chimney/Flue: Y N NA__
Roof: Y N NA__
Accesses: Y N NA__
Elec. Breaker/Fuse Box: Y N NA__
Gutters/Drainage: Y N NA__
Diag. Test Results: Y N NA__
Table E
IDENTIFIED ISSUES/COMMENTS/DEFERRALS/H&S CONCERNS
AIR/DUCT LEAKAGE & VENTILATION
T1 BLOWER DOOR TEST DATA TARGET: CFM 50
Depressurization
Y / N
Basement Included in Envelope?
Y / N / NA
Date Temp
ID/OD
Baseline Ring Used CFM 50 w/o Base
CFM 50
w/Base
BA/EA (Pre) Contractor (CL)
QCI
T2 VENTILATION (ASHRAE 62.2, Check via Red Cal to see if Ft2, building height, infiltration, etc.
information was properly calculated?)
BA/EA (Pre) Whole House Ventilation Target
(ASHRAE 62.2)
CFM:________
QCI Whole House Ventilation Target
(ASHRAE 62.2)
CFM:________
Vented OW Add Fan? BA/EA CFM CL CFM QCI CFM
Kitchen Bath 1 Bath 2 Bath 3
WHV
Comments: _______________________________________________________________________
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T3 Zonal Testing PA WRT House @ 50
BA/EA CL QCI
ATTIC Y N NA
CRAWL/BASE Y N NA
GARAGE Y N NA
COMMENTS:___________________________________________________________________________
T4 PRESSURE PANS
Location BA/EA CL QCI
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
RETURN Y N NA
COMMENTS:_________________________________________________________________________
T5 – WALLS FRAMING = BALLOON/PLATFORM
Code Size (LxW) Gross Area Depth OC” Siding Buff QCI
2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA
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Comments: _____________________________________________________________________
T6 – Foundation Block /Concrete/Rubble/Others______________
Code Size (LxW) Gross Area Depth % AG Siding BA/EA QCI
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Comments: ________________________________________________________________________________
T7 – FLOORS/BELLY/SILLS
Code Size (LxW) Gross Area Framing OC” Siding BA/EA QCI
2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA Comments: ________________________________________________________________________________
T8 – ATTICS
Code Size (LxW) Gross Area Framing OC” BA/EA QCI
2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA 2 x ___ Y N NA
Comments: ________________________________________________________________________
T9 – DOORS
Code Size (LxW) Type Storm W/S Leakage QCI
Y N G B Y N NA
Y N G B Y N NA
Y N G B Y N NA
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Comments:____________________________________________________________________________
T10 – WINDOWS
Code Size (LxW) Glass Storm Frame Leakage QCI
SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA SP DP TP LowE Y N M V W Y N NA Comments: _________________________________________________________________________
T11 – REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER DATA [KWh/(Min/60)] x 8760
(HxWxD) Model # Location Met. Min Met. KW KW/yr QCI
Y N NA
Y N NA
Y N NA
Comments:__________________________________________________________________________
T12 – COOLING SYSTEMS
BA/EA QCI
# of systems Y N NA Type W or C A/C or HP Y N NA
Model # Y N NA
SEER Y N NA
HSPF Y N NA
KBTU Y N NA
Comments:___________________________________________________________________________
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T13 – HEATING SYSTEMS COMBUSTION/APPLIANCE DATA
Primary Heating - % Secondary Heating - %
Type:
FUEL
Mod #:
KBTU:
TEST RESULTS TEST RESULTS
BA/EA QCI BA/EA QCI
Vent. Cond. Vent. Cond.
Category Category
Smoke # Smoke #
O2/CO2 / / O2/CO2 / /
CO AF/AM / / CO AF/AM / /
Spillage Time Spillage Time
Stack Temp. Stack Temp.
SSE % SSE %
QCI Must Indicate if Testing Pass or Fail
Comments:__________________________________________________________________________
T14 – CAZ WORST CASE TEST PASS or FAIL
BA/EA-PA QCI-PA
Baseline
Exhst fans on
Doors O/C
FA On
Doors O/C
CAZ WC
T15 – DOMESTIC WATER HEATER
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TEST RESULTS
Vent. Cond. W C W C
Smoke #
O2/CO2 / /
CO AF/AM / /
Spillage Time
Stack Temp.
SSE %
Gallons
Water Temp
Tank R-Value
Pipe ins. Y / N Y / N
QCI Must Indicate if Testing Pass or Fail
Comments:_________________________________________________________________________
T16 – GAS RANGE/OVEN TEST – LP / NG
Oven CO
Rng Top CO / / / / / /
QCI Must Indicate if Testing Pass or Fail
Comments:_________________________________________________________________________
T17 – DRYER: Elec NG LP
Vented? Y N Y N
Vented Insul? Y N Y N COO (Gas)
Comments:__________________________________________________________________________
T18 – UNVENTENTED SPACE HEATER
Location Make Model # Gas
Shutoff
Primary (P)
Secondary (S)
Ventable BA/EA
CO PPM
QCI
CO PPM
Y / N P / S Y / N
Y / N P / S Y / N
Y / N P / S Y / N
Y / N P / S Y / N
Y / N P / S Y / N
Y / N P / S Y / N
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Comments:_________________________________________________________________________
T19 – WORK ORDER MEASURES LIST P / F
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2.
3.
4.
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6.
7.
8.
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10.
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13.
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All identified costs (CFL/LED bulbs, flow restrictors, etc.) are entered Y N NA
Are there any measures in the work order that are not include in the software energy audit outcome?
Y N NA
Do all measures in the work order contain a target (CFM, R-value, U-value, etc.)? Y N NA Does the work order contain references to the MS Field Guide? Y N NA
T20- INSTALLATION STANDARD CHECKLIST
ATTICS
Markers Y / N / NA (4.1005.2a)
Flags Y / N / NA (4.1005.2a) Ins. Dame Y / N / NA (4.1005.2a)
Vent Baffles, Y / N / NA (4.1001.4a)
Ins. Cert. Y / N / NA (4.1005.2d)
KNEE WALLS
Backing Y / N / NA (4.1004.1a)
Air Sealed Y / N / NA (4.1004.1a)
Seal Under Y / N / NA (4.1005.2b
ACCESSES
Air Sealed Y / N / NA (4.1106.2b)
Insulated Y / N / NA (4.1106.2a)
Dam Y / N / NA (4.1106.2a)
DUCTS
Sealed Y / N / NA (3.1602)
Insulated Y / N / NA (4.1601)
CRAWLSPACE
Ins. Cert Y / N / NA (4.1301.1d)
Crawl Info. Y / N / NA (2.0701.2)
Vapor Ret. Y / N / NA (2.0403)
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VENTILATION
Fan Sone Y / N / NA (6.6288.1)
Ducts Ins. Y / N / NA (6.6002)
Duct Seal Y / N / NA (6.2002.1)
Termination Y / N / NA (6.2002.1)
OTHERS
Y / N / NA
Y / N / NA
Y / N / NA
Y / N / NA
Y / N / NA
Date T21– REWORK/CALLBACK/REPAIR Citation Done
T22– QCI CLIENT FILE FOLDER REVIEW
PART I FILE FOLDER REVIEW (QCI must review section for all forms and required signatures)
Y N NA
1. Did the BA/EA complete the Weatherization file folder checklist? Y N NA
2. Client File Summary Sheet Y N NA
3. Historic Preservation Form Y N NA
4. Client Notification Letter. Y N NA
5. Client Health Condition Form Y N NA
6. Roma client Intake form. Y N NA
7. Proof of Income or Signed Notarized statement for Individuals with no income. Y N NA
8. Deed or Tax Assessor Statement Y N NA
9. Selection Tool Y N NA
10. 12 Month print out of energy bills. (Light and Gas bills) Y N NA
11. Disaster Declaration Form. (if applicable) Y N NA
12. Copy of valid Driver License, Certified Identification Y N NA PART II FILE FOLDER (QCI must review section for all forms and required signatures) Y N NA
1. Walk-Away/Deferral Form. Y N NA
2. Notification of Health and Safety Form. Y N NA
3. Radon Form Y N NA
4. Lead Base Paint Form. Y N NA
5. Mold Notification Form. Y N NA
6. Space Heater Consent Form Y N NA
7. Space Heater Policy. Y N NA
8. WAP Home Energy Assessment Checklist Form.. Y N NA
9. Pre-Inspection pictures of home (Mandatory) Y N NA
10. Picture of Pre Blower Door Reading (Mandatory) Y N NA
PART III FILE FOLDER REVIEW (QCI must review section for all forms and required signatures)
Y N NA
1. NEAT-MHEA Audit Y N NA
2. Home Owner Agreement. (Agency Copy). Y N NA
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3. Contractor Agreements. (HVAC & Contractor). Y N NA
4. Copy of Purchase Orders for Materials. Y N NA
5. Material List and Material Form. Y N NA
6. Material Certification Form. Y N NA
7. NEAT/MHEA Audit Scope of Work Y N NA
8. Owner Agreement for Rental Property Y N NA
PART IV FILE FOLDER REVIEW (QCI must review section for all forms and required signatures)
Y N NA
1. Vendor Receipts. Y N NA
2. Change Order Form. (Changes made to P.O.) Y N NA
3. Contractor Invoices. Y N NA
4. Material Transfer Form. Y N NA
5. Labor Invoice. Y N NA Comments:__________________________________________________________________________
PART V FILE FOLDER REVIEW (QCI must review section for all forms and required signatures)
Y N NA
1. Weatherization Health & Safety Review Checklist. Y N NA
2. Client Safety Education Checklist. Y N NA
3. QCI Post Inspection Form. Y N NA
4. Post Inspection Pictures. (Mandatory) Y N NA
5. Picture of Post Blower Door Reading. (Mandatory) Y N NA
6. Final Inspection Partnership Agreement Y N NA
Comments:________________________________________________________________________
T23– QCI NEAT/MHEA SOFTWARE ENTRIES AUDIT REVIEW
Did the BA/EA correctly collect, document and input data for the following areas of the
NEAT/MHEA Audit?
Y N NA
1. Client/ Contact Information Y N NA
2. Was the “Shell” properly documented and input into software? Y N NA
a. Walls Y N NA
b. Windows Y N NA
c. Doors Y N NA
d. Unfinished Attics Y N NA
e. Finished Attics Y N NA
f. Foundations-(Does footprint drawing of each floor contain adequate dimensions? Y N NA
g. Floor Y N NA
h. Ceiling Y N NA
3. Was the “Heating Unit” properly documented and input into software? Y N NA
a. Primary Y N NA
b. Equipment Type Y N NA
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c. Manufacture Y N NA
d. Fuel type Y N NA
e. Model Y N NA
f. Was Unit evaluated properly? Y N NA
4. Was the “Cooling Unit” properly documented and input into software? Y N NA
a. Year Manufactured Y N NA
b. Equipment Type Y N NA
c. Manufacture Y N NA
d. Fuel type Y N NA
e. Model Y N NA
f. Was replacement recommended? Y N NA
g. Floor area cooled (sq ft.) Y N NA
h. Capacity (kbtu/hr) Y N NA
i. SEER Y N NA
j. Was unit evaluated properly Y N NA
5. Was the “Ducts/Infiltration” properly documented and input into software? Y N NA
a. Air Leakage Rate (cfm) Before Weatherization: _______ @ House Pressure (Pa) ____ Y N NA
b. Target or Actual Air Leakage Rate (cfm) After Weatherization: _______ @ House
Pressure (Pa) ____
Y N NA
c. Cost Infiltration Reduction: $_____________ Y N NA
6. Was the “Baseloads” properly documented and input into software for the following? Y N NA
a. Water Heater Y N NA
▪ Input Data for Existing Equipment Y N NA
▪ Shower Heads Y N NA
▪ Replacement (If Applicable) Y N NA
b. Refrigerator Y N NA
▪ Input Data for Existing Equipment Y N NA
▪ Consumption Data Y N NA
▪ Replacement (If Applicable) Y N NA
c. Lighting Y N NA
▪ Input Data for Existing Incandescent Light Y N NA
▪ Replacement CFL’s or LED’s Y N NA
7. Was “Health & Safety” properly documented and input into software for the following?
Y N NA
a. Whole House Ventilation Fan Y N NA
▪ Smoke Detectors Y N NA
▪ CO Monitors Y N NA
▪ Carbon Monoxide Measurements Y N NA
b. Equipment Y N NA
▪ Worst Case Condition Draft Measurements Y N NA
▪ Cook Stove Y N NA
▪ Wood Stove/Fireplace Y N NA
▪ Exhaust Fans Y N NA
▪ Clothes Dryer Y N NA
c. Itemized Cost Y N NA
d. Measures Y N NA I verify that all work on this home complies with all applicable requirements, and that I have conducted this inspection in compliance with DOE requirements.
QCI Printed Name: Signature:
BPI Certification #: Date:
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INSTRUCTIONS
Table A – GENERAL DATA
• Quality Control Inspector (QCI) must review client file, circle Y N or NA ensuring that the Building Analyst (BA) or Energy Auditor (EA) captured all applicable information for a client’s home evaluation, such as address, client ID, auditor’s name, etc. Most of the abbreviations should be self-explanatory, however here is a list:
SF - Single-Family (site-built)
MH - Manufactured Housing (including doublewide homes, but not modular)
MF - Multifamily Housing (any building containing 5 or more units under the same roof)
Cond. - Conditioned - meaning it is intentionally heated or cooled the majority of the year
UnCond. - Unconditioned - not intentionally heated or cooled the majority of the year.
DWH - Domestic Water Heater
Elec - Electric
NG - Natural Gas
LP - Liquid Propane
A/C - Air Conditioning
Win - Window units (room cooling).
Cent. - Central system (provides cooling for the entire home)
CO - Carbon Monoxide
Table B - FUNDING SOURCE
• QCI must review Client File Summary Sheet, ensuring that the BA/EA recorded all applicable expenditures as they relate to DOE/LIHEAP funds utilized to address dwelling. (QCI must record final review expenditures in this section)
Table C - H&S/IRM (MWFG, Ch. 2.1.2, page 73)
• QCI must review Client File, circle Y N or NA, ensuring that the BA/EA recorded all potential IRM or H&S items that may need to be addressed. This is not an exhaustive list but contains many of the most common issues. Issues that are not included may be noted in Table E. Any checklist item that is identified during the audit should be detailed in Table
E. (QCI must compare Table E to this section)
Table D - Photo Checklist
• QCI must review Client File, circle Y N or NA, ensuring that the BA/EA provided legible photos of all necessary items/areas of the home according to the Energy Audit Photography
Guidance. This list includes primary items that must be photographed but is not exhaustive.
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INSTRUCTIONS CON’T
Table E - Identified Issues/Comments/Deferrals/H&S Concerns (MWFG, Ch. 2.2.3, page
76)
• QCI must review Client File, ensuring that the BA/EA clearly detail any issues noted in
Table C, including anything that would lead to deferral or that will require repair measures to be included in the work scope. (QCI must record and verify identified conditions)
AIR/DUCT LEAKAGE & VENTILATION
T1 Blower Door Test Data TARGET: CFM 50
QCI must complete this section according to the following:
• Target - Pre-Audit blower door measurement and the home’s square footage will determine the Target for air sealing, which are as follows:
>5000 cfm50 = ft2/2 cfm
5000 – 3000 cfm50 = ft2/1.5 cfm
2999 – 1500 cfm50 = ft2/1 cfm
<1500 cfm50 = ft2/.75 cfm
Any home at or below .75 cfm/ft2 target is to have a target of 10% reduction. All homes must have an infiltration reduction of at least 10%.
Example: Square footage of home is 1500 ft2 and the Pre blower reading is 3500 cfm50, 3500 cfm50 is between 5000 – 3000 cfm50, therefore, your multiplier is 1.5, multiply 1500
* 1.5 to determine the target, which is equal to 2250 cfm50. 2250 cfm50 represent the measured leakage @ 50pa in RED Calc. (MWFG Ch. 9)
• Record whether the house was depressurized (Y) or pressurized (N) during air leakage testing. This should be performed the same way for each subsequent test.
• Record whether the basement or other subspace (i.e. crawlspace) was included in the thermal/pressure envelope of the house when work was complete. Remember, if the subspace was included in the envelope, the conditioned space will be considered for the rest of the calculations such as square footage, volume, etc.
• Altitude - This is used to normalize flow rates based on air density and should be recorded for the site based on feet above sea level.
• Temp ID/OD - Record temperature in Fahrenheit for both the indoors (ID) and outdoors
(OD) at the time of the test. This is also a factor in normalizing flow rates based on temperature differences.
• CFM50 with and without the basement/subspace (Base) is included if a door exists between the main living space and the subspace to help determine if the subspace should be included in the envelope or not. If you do not have a subspace that could be included in the envelope
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• QCI must include the results of the initial Energy Audit (BA/EA), In-Process, when air sealing is finished (CL), and at the final inspection (QCI).
Table 2 – Ventilation (MWFG, Ch. 9, page 373)
• QCI must verify the ventilation fan information recorded by the BA/EA, CL and document final results on all exhaust/supply fans that are intended to be included in ASHRAE 62.2-
2016 calculations. This includes every kitchen, every full bath (meaning contains shower or bathtub), and any Whole House Ventilation (WHV) that might exist either at the audit or at the end of the project.
• QCI must note whether or not the fan is properly vented to the outside, if there is an
Operable Window (OW) in the room where it exists, whether a fan was added to the room according to the NEAT/MHEA work order, and record the measured CFM at each stage of the project (BA/EA, CL, & QCI)
Table 3 - Zonal Testing (MWFG, Ch. 12.4.3, page 515)
• These tests are always conducted with the house either pressurized or depressurized by a blower door to 50 Pascals (PA) difference with reference to the outside (WRTO). Primary zones to be tested are spaces that are usually outside the envelope, or that may be considered for sealing to the outside of the home. This is not to be confused with room to room pressure testing which is done with the air handler or ventilation system running, not the blower door. There are blank spaces for recording other spaces that may be tested. QCI must conduct testing to verify the measurements provided by the BA/EA, and CL if applicable. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if area was tested and recorded correctly.
Table 4 - Pressure Pans (MWFG, Ch. 8.13.1, page 332)
• This table is used to record the pressure testing performed on the duct system with the blower door at 50PA WRT to the outside. Record an accurate location description to make testing repeatable and do not forget to test return ducts as well. QCI must conduct testing to verify the measurements provided by the BA/EA, and CL if applicable. Circle Y, N, or
NA indicating if area was tested and recorded correctly.
SHELL DATA
Table 5 – Walls – QCI must record the BA/EA per-measurements and conduct testing to verify the measurements. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Use this table to describe all exterior walls that are not part of the foundation
• Use the naming “code” that matches the labeling in the sketches on the previous pages
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• Record the On Center (OC) spacing of studs in inches
• Siding - Type (i.e. vinyl, brick, stucco, etc.)
• Buff - Note if the wall is buffered (adjoins a non-conditioned space that is mostly airtight to the outdoors)
• R-value as visually and physically verified for each stage (BA, EA, QCI)
Table 6 – Foundation- QCI must record the BA/EA per-measurements and conduct testing to verify the measurements. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Use this table to describe all foundation walls, including crawlspaces, etc.
• Depth is the thickness of the walls
• % AG - Indicate the percentage of the wall that is Above Grade (AG)
Table 7- Floors/Belly/Sills- QCI must record the BA/EA per-measurements and conduct testing to verify the measurements. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Use this table to describe all floors, or belly(s) if a manufactured home, and any sill areas that exist.
Table 8 – Attics - QCI must record the BA/EA per-measurements and conduct testing to verify the measurements. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Use this table to describe all attics above conditioned space, or that will be above conditioned space when the weatherization is complete.
Table 9 – Doors- QCI must record the BA/EA per-measurements and conduct testing to verify the measurements. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Use this table to describe all exterior doors
• Note if there is a storm door, and the condition (good/bad - G/B) of the Weather-stripping/Sweep (W/S)
• Record the overall leakage of the component (Very Tight, Tight, Average, Leaky, Very
Leaky).
Remember that any leakage condition other than “Average” requires photo documentation.
Table 10 – Windows- QCI must record the BA/EA per-measurements and conduct testing to verify the measurements. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Use this table to describe all exterior windows.
• Glass types are Single Pane, Double Pane, Triple Pane, and LowE (SP/DP/TP/LowE)
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• Note if there is a storm window, and the window frame type Metal/Vinyl/Wood
(M/V/W)
• Record the overall leakage of the component (Very Tight, Tight, Average, Leaky, Very
Leaky).
Remember that any leakage condition other than “Average” requires photo documentation.
Table 11 - Refrigerator/Freezer Data- QCI must record the BA/EA per-metered measurements and conduct testing to verify the measurements. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Record the data for any refrigerator or freezer that you may consider replacing
• Include the Metered (Met.) data if you collect it. If not, the KW/yr should be based on an approved data source.
Table 12 - Cooling Systems- QCI must record the BA/EA per-data and conduct testing to verify provided data. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Record the total number of systems that exist in the home. If more than one system exists, attach additional model numbers and performance data to the audit form on another page.
• Record the type of units that exist. Window or Central (W or C) and whether the unit is only an Air Conditioner (A/C) or a Heat Pump (HP)
• Mini-split units that provide cooling for the entire home should be considered as
“Central”, but if only for a portion of the house then as a Room or “Window” unit.
• Be sure to record the Model Number if legible as this is the source of all the performance data for the unit. If the Model Number is not legible, then estimate the age to determine modeling inputs accurately.
• KBTU should be accurately determined from the Model Number or label.
• Be sure to include a picture of all labels in the client file.
COMBUSTION/APPLIANCE DATA (MWFG, Ch. 8, page 257)
Table 13 - Heating Systems QCI must record the BA/EA per-data and conduct testing to verify provided data. QCI Must Indicate if Testing Pass or Fail
This table is used to record all data for heating systems. If the system is all electric, you will not record data in the test results that do no apply, but fill in all blanks with N/A.
• % - Be sure to record the percentage (%) of the home’s floor area the unit heats.
• If more than two heat sources exist, attach additional copies of the table to the audit form as needed.
• Type - Refers to the system type; i.e. Forced Air (FA), Hydronic (Boiler), etc.
• Be sure to accurately record the model number of all units
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• KBTU must be recorded for all systems. If Electric, convert KW to KBTU with this formula (KW x 3412)
• Vent Cond. - Used to record if the chimney/flue vent is Warm or Cold (W/C) based on BPI 1200 standards.
• Category - The heating appliance category number (1-4) based on NFPA standards.
• Smoke - Testing is usually only performed on Oil units. If not an Oil unit, mark this cell with N/A.
• 02/CO2 - This data is useful for efficiency tuning and should be recorded when possible.
• CO - Carbon Monoxide (CO) parts per millionth (PPM) Air Free (AF or COO) and
As Measured (AM).
• Spillage time - Record in minutes and seconds (0:00) for each appliance that is vented.
• Stack Temperature - Record the flue gas temperature that is leaving the heating unit through the chimney or flue vent in Fahrenheit.
• SSE% - Steady State Efficiency percentage (SSE%) is the calculated efficiency that a combustion analyzer provides for the heating system. Record this to the first decimal place (0.0)
Table 14 - CAZ Worst Case Test- QCI must record the BA/EA per-data and conduct testing to verify provided data. QCI Must Indicate if Testing Pass or Fail
• Record results in Pascals (PA) and note either negative or positive numbers (-/+) with reference to outside
• There is a line for each step and each step should be recorded. BPI 1200 is the minimum testing standard
Table 15 - Domestic Water Heater- QCI must record the BA/EA per-data and conduct testing
• This table mimics the heating system table with a few additions
• Gallons - The water heater capacity in gallons
• Water Temp - Record water temperature in Fahrenheit at the tap closest to the water heater
• Tank R-value - Record total R-value of the water heater tank insulation
• Pipe Ins. - Record whether or not pipe insulation is currently installed on accessible water heater pipes
Table 16 - Gas Range/Oven Test- QCI must record the BA/EA per-data and conduct testing
• Note whether the range and oven are Natural Gas (NG) or Liquid Propane (LP)
• If electric, write “N/A - Elec.” In the table
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• Record the steady state CO as measured for the oven
• Record the steady state CO as measures for the range top (Rng Top CO) if testing is performed. Record the stove top measurements in a clockwise order starting with the front left burner.
Table 17 – Dryer- QCI must record the BA/EA per-data and conduct testing to verify provided data. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Record the fuel type of the dryer; i.e. Electric (Elec), Natural Gas (NG), or Propane (LP)
• Note if the dryer is vented correctly according to the Standard Work Specifications (SWS
6.6005.1)
• Note if the venting of the dryer is insulated (Vent Insul?) in unconditioned space
If the dryer is a gas unit, record the Air-Free Carbon Monoxide (COO) measurement
Table 18-Unvented Space Heaters (MWFGF, Ch. 8.5, page 285, SWS 2.0202.1)- QCI must record the BA/EA per-data and conduct testing to verify provided data. Circle Y, N, or NA indicating if measurements and other areas of this table were recorded correctly.
• Loc: Indicate the location of the unvented space heater.
• Make: Note the manufacturer of the unit.
• Model #: Record the model number of the unvented space heater, not the serial number.
• BTU Input: Record the BTU input (in BTU/hour) from the nameplate.
• Ventable: Circle “Yes” or “No” to indicate the presence of a removable plate that will expose an exhaust hole that will enable the existing unvented space heater to be vented.
• CO: Record the results of the carbon monoxide test (in parts per million, ppm).
• Primary or Secondary: Circle one to indicate of the unvented space heater is the primary heat source, or a secondary source of heat.
• Gas Shutoff: Circle “Yes” or “No” to indicate the presence of a gas shutoff valve.
• Gas Leak: Circle “Yes” or “No” to indicate the presence of a gas leak as determined by a gas sniffer. If the gas sniffer confirms a gas leak, note the exact location of the leak so that it can be fixed.
• Comments: Make notes about which units were repaired, removed, replaced, or vented.
(See work order)
Table 19 - Work Order Measures List- QCI must review the BA/EA NEAT/MHEA Audits recommended measures. And follow guidelines below:
• This table should record the final work order listed in the order that the audit recommended the measures
• Targets, bag counts, square footages, R-values, etc. should be included in the measures list for clarity
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• (P/F) - Pass/Fail should be noted in the second column for each measure at the initial inspection. Any failed item should be detailed in Table 22 for rework.
Table 20 - Installation Standard Checklist QCI must ensure that measures were installed according to the SWS’s. Circle Y, N, or NA (See additional guidance below)
• This list includes common Standard Work Specification (SWS) items to be verified. The location of these SWS items are noted in the Citation column. This is not an exhaustive list, but many of the main items are included. There are some empty rows that allow the
QCI to include items that are specific to this project for verification.
Table 21 - Rework/Callback/Repair- QCI Must:
• Record the date the measure failed
• Detail the repair needed
• Note the citation number from the SWS or your Field Guide for the reason it failed inspection
• Once the rework is completed, check the box in the “Done” column to verify completion as the QCI
Table 22 - QCI Client File Folder Review
• QCI must conduct a complete file folder review and circle Y, N or NA on listed documents in sections 1-5.
Table 23 - QCI NEAT/MHEA Software Entries Audit Review
• QCI must conduct a NEAT/MHEA Audit review and circle Y, N or NA to verify if the
BA/EA recorded data properly.
• This is the final sign-off by the BPI certified Quality Control Inspector (QCI) for the project. This should not be completed until all installed measures are completed in compliance with all program requirements, the Audit Checklist is complete, and the project is ready to be closed out.
• The QCI printed name, signature, certification #, and date must be legible for the project to be closed out and accepted by DOE for payment.
File details come from the government source that posted it. Updated .