MEP Engineering & HB 3409 FAQ

General questions

What types of projects does CEA Consulting Engineers typically work on?

CEA Consulting Engineers provides mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering services for commercial, institutional, and specialty building projects in Oregon, the West Coast, and the Mountain West.

Where does CEA provide MEP engineering services?

Our team is based in Bend, Oregon and supports projects throughout Oregon, with a focus on Central and Eastern Oregon, as well as select projects across the West Coast and Mountain West.

Who do you typically work with on MEP projects?

We routinely work with building owners, developers, architects, general contractors, and MEP subcontractors as part of both Plan-Spec and Design-Build project teams.

HB 3409 and building performance

Can CEA help with Oregon HB 3409 Building Performance Standard compliance?

Yes. CEA Consulting Engineers helps building owners and project teams with Oregon HB 3409 compliance by providing benchmarking, energy modeling, HVAC and controls system review, and mechanical and electrical design support for building performance improvements in Oregon.

What services do you offer for energy modeling and commissioning?

We provide energy modeling, commissioning support, and building performance engineering to help evaluate upgrade options, improve system efficiency, and support code and performance compliance on projects in Oregon, the West Coast, and the Mountain West.

Engaging CEA

What should I have ready before contacting CEA about a new project?

It is helpful to have a basic project description, any available drawings, the building location, target schedule, and the names of other key team members such as the architect and general contractor. This information allows us to quickly determine scope, approach, and next steps.