Capability Statement - SDS Engineering Consultants

Capability Statement

IntroductionSDS is a forward-looking, dynamic consultancy specialising

in mechanical and electrical building services. We design

innovate, flexible, energy-efficient solutions to create

exceptional environments for living, work or leisure.

The business has grown rapidly, since our formation in

2004, with offices in Plymouth, Exeter and Bristol. We

invest significantly to develop our resources, systems and

infrastructure to facilitate continued expansion of the

company.

We are passionate about the way we work, providing

a reactive service delivering the highest level of

performance. Working with all our customers, offering

carefully valued engineered and practical design solution.

We have gained knowledge through the portfolio of

projects we have been involved in, such as a new a waste

energy centre, refurbishment of schools, to technical

advisory for Bluelight and the NHS .

We operate Revit Building Systems and are experienced in

Building Information Modelling (BIM) which provides a 3D

realistic visualisation of design proposals.

“Committed to the environment and the community around us, focussed on the

development needs of our People, proud to share success as our Client’s trusted

advisors in the delivery of practical, effective and sustainable design”

SDS: Capability Statement

Branch Locations

Plymouth

Exeter

Bristol

At a Glance

Practice Established2004

Bristol Office Opened2008

Exeter Office Opened2014

CIBSEEmployer of

the Year

2015Exeter Office Expanded

2016

New board of Directors formed with Shaun

Hoppins as MD

2018

Awarded ISO 9001 QA Standard2006

Bristol Office Expanded2009

Who We Are

56Employees

Shortlisted CIBSE Employer of the Year

2018

MechanicalDesign

SpecialistLighting

HighVoltage

ElectricalDesign

Sustainability

Steam

Services

SDS: Capability StatementTechnical Capability

Shaun HoppinsManaging Director

Head Offi ce

Mark PlantRegional Director

James LaughlinRegional Director

Alan WatsonRegional Director

20Technical

Staff

7Support

Staff

15Technical

Staff

10Technical

Staff


Social Engagement

£50,000 on training fees in

2018

£7000+ raised for charities in

2018

Over 800 hours of pupil work

experience & student placements in 2018

4,500 hours of staff training in

2018

Over 500 hours of staff

time to charitable work in 2018

“A huge thank you to SDS for their leadership in

planning and organising our fi rst ever multi- consultancy practice construction

professional work experience placement in Plymouth. This was an innovative and creative

idea led by the construction professionals which we intend to roll out more widely across the city.

Working together towards positioning construction as a career of choice and showcasing how

applying STEM skills are a vital part of building our workforce for the future.”

Emma Hewi� - Building Plymouth

St Leonard’s C of E Primary School


PAT Test Inspection

SSG Audit

H&S PolicyReview

Offi ce Risk Assessments

Annual

H&S Meetings

H&S Inspections

Quarterly Weekly2016

1 Minor Injury

0 Lost days

750 Online training modules

a� ended

0 Major Injury

0 Fatalities

Emergency Lighting Tests

Fire Alarm Tests

Fire RiskAssessments

2017 2018

3 Minor Injuries

0 Lost days

0 Major Injury

0 Lost days

0 Major Injury

0 Fatalities

1 Minor Injury

0 Lost days

0 Major Injury

0 Fatalities

Health & Safety Record


Our Sectors

Education Schools & Academies Universities & Colleges

Healthcare Hospitals & Hospices Medical Centres & Day Care Centres

Leisure Hotels Sports Centres

ResidentialHousing Associations Private Developers

CommercialBusiness Parks Offi ces

IndustryAeronautical & Pharmacutical Power & Energy

Public & Community National & Local GovernmentEmergency Services & Community Buildings

DefenceMinistry of DefenceDIO Prime Contractors

ProjectsWe DeliverThe diverse nature of our portfolio refl ects the wide range of

expertise that we bring to any project. This approach enables the

cross pollination of ideas between sectors, allowing us to bring best

value to our clients. We provide advice on compliance with current

regulations, budget costs, planning, design, and renewable energy

solutions. We also have a strong pedigree and capability

in refurbishment of historic buildings.


Building Information Modelling

Sustainability Service

Specialist Lighting

Lighting Impact Assessment

Skills Portfolio

Building Information ModellingSDS has the capability and experience to deliver to the fundamental principles of BIM maturity level 2 and provide services in accordance with the RIBA Plan of Work 2013.

BIM Capability

Building Information Modeling/ Managment (BIM) processes are successfully applied to a wide range of SDS projects. This success is based on developing and driving though our BIM strategy. The strategy ensures that our internal QA systems, model management procedures and project information delivery conform to each part of PAS1192.

Relevant project experience allows SDS to support BIM processes on frameworks, informing any necessary BIM execution plans to establish and deliver realistic BIM goals.

BIM ConsultancySDS are able to enhance the BIM management process on each project. With our team’s experience and expertise, we can focus project deliverables and help manage expectations to deliver realistic BIM goals. This is achieved by developing and collating relevant protocols and documentation, supporting stakeholder engagement workshops and virtual design reviews.

Ongoing BIM DevelopmentIn addition to current processes, SDS have a long-term BIM strategy that looks to advance capabilities to BIM maturity Level 3. This ambition will be realised by committ ing research and development investment to improve internal processes and to link design analysis into the BIM environment.

SDS in-house working group focus on developing our BIM systems and ongoing staff training. The group engage with government and industry working groups to ensure BIM models are constructed and aligned to and benefi t from industry best practice.

Model Management and CollaborationThe majority of current BIM projects adopt AutoDesk Revit as the primary BIM platform. Each design discipline collaborate using a Common Data Environment (CDE) via linked models in their forms formats.

Clash avoidance and co-ordination of the CDE is achieved via AutoDesk Navisworks.

SDS have experience of extending CDEs on a number of projects where other disciplines have adopted a diff erent BIM platform. This task is delivered using Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) fi les and careful management of the associated inter-operability issues.

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BIM is an essential resource of knowledge and information for building processes, from concept to design to completion and beyond


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This Drawing is protected by Copyright. It may not be reproduced in any form or by any means for any purpose without the written consent of Services Design Solution Limited. Do not scale: All Dimensions to be checked on Site and verified prior to commencing Works / Manufacture. Any discrepancies to be reported to Services Design Solution Limited. These Drawings reflect the layouts for the purposes of design only. The Contractor shall be responsible for producing their own Working and Co-ordination drawings prior to commencing their installations. If these drawings are used for Construction purposes it is done so at the Contractor's Risk.

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Chagford CoE Primary School

Mechanical

CONTRACT

SERVICES DESIGN SOLUTION LIMITED20 - 23 Mary Seacole Road, The Millfields,

Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3JYTel +44 (0)1752 255900 | www.sdsolution.co.uk

Rev Details: By / Chkd / App: Date:C01 Contract Issue DB / ME / JM 01/09/17

C02 HIGH LEVEL GRILLE AMENDED TO REFLECTCOMMENTS BY MAIN CONTRACTOR ANDREFERANCE AMENDED

CB / ME / JM 20/09/17C03 Gas Supply Amended CB / ME / JM 18/10/17

Chagford CoE - £4m Primary School (scheme & detail)

South Devon UTC - £10m college (scheme & detail)

Bishop Auckland Health Centre - (detail design)

BIM CapabilityActive SDS BIM projects range from residential high-rise, hotel and leisure schemes, education and college projects, refurbishment and industrial work.

SDS are strong advocates of BIM principles, ensuring that leading edge BIM processes and practices are integral to design methods applied on all projects.

A coordinated BIM implementation and development strategy is embraced throughout the business. Our approach ensures successful BIM implementation through sharing expertise and mentoring.

Appreciation of the Benefi ts of BIM

f Enhanced appreciation of project principles for stakeholders, clients and end users

f Higher quality information for decision-making

f Increased confi dence in design, construction and operational costs

f Satisfaction in meeting use, space and performance requirements

f Improved project co-ordination and collaboration

f Project information on time

f Early confl ict mitigation

f Facilitating enhanced construction sequencing

f Facilitating future

f 4D and 5D analysis

f Risk reduction

A digital representation of the physical and functional aspects of a building, SDS off er BIM as the future of building documentation

Design Analysis SDS has the expertise to deliver BIM appropriate to project specifi c needs; for example by providing a greater appreciation of the building physics. BIM data allows more accurate assessment in terms of code compliance and performance benchmarking.

As far as practically possible, eff orts are made to ensure that the BIM environment is linked or heavily informs building services design analysis. This is delivered using parametric tools and links between documentation and analysis models.

Enhanced UsesSDS actively engages with government and industry working parties to ensure that BIM models are constructed and aligned with industry best practices.

An in-depth appreciation of cross discipline platforms and the associated interface issues, ensures MEP models are constructed to enable collaboration.

BIM data can then be used to inform project and cost management process, facilitating enhanced construction sequencing, 4D and 5D analysis.


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Next Generation BIM Coordination


Next Generation BIM Coordination

Revizto is a real-time issue tracking soft ware for Architecture, Engineering and Construction with a focus on collaboration and BIM project coordination.

Revizto unifi es BIM intelligence making it immediately accessible and actionable for the entire project team. It reviews clash detection to follow progress or resolve challenges

We work with project teams in one integrated platform, Revizto, it ensures a single vision for the latest revision of the project.

We collaborate on 3D or 2D based issues in real time with instant notifi cations on changes.

We can fi nd, create and track issues out of any platform, coordination is seamless.

We can keep track of whats happening in any BIM project. Identifying, assigning, managing and solving any problems throughout all the phases of the project.

Specialist Lighting DesignLighting transforms our internal and external environments. Both natural and artifi cial light can be used to highlight and enhance architectural elements, create visual interest and provide comfortable, safe and inspiring spaces.

Providing the right amount of light, in the right place, at the right time is key to good design.

Our lighting design services combine creativity, technical and practical knowledge tailored to your individual requirements.

Services Off eredAnalysis, design, modelling and visualisationof daylight and artifi cial lighting.

Lighting Design

f Architectural lighting design

f Exterior, interior and façade lighting

f Lighting strategies and masterplanning

f Aviation and marine lighting

f Sports and recreation lighting

Daylight Design

f Climate-based Daylight Modelling (CBDM)

f Priority School Building Programme requirements

f Daylight Factor Analysis to BS8206-2

f Solar shading studies and design

f Glare analysis and assessments

f Design and analysis for BREEAM

f Gallery & museum conservation

Planning Support

f Lighting Impact Assessments

f Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Chapters

f Daylight, Sunlight and Overshadowing Analysis

Specialist lighting design, considering cost and environment, to meet client objectives

From the planning stages, project feasibility and concept, through to

fi nal commissioning and handover.

Lighting design services provided for:

f Commercial

f Defence

f Heritage

f Healthcare

f Industry

f Leisure

f Residential

f Retail

Specialist Lighting Design

Sustainability There is abundant scientifi c evidence that humanity is living unsustainably. Returning human use of resources to within sustainable limits will require a huge collective eff ort.

Most simply, sustainable, or ecological design, ensures that our actions and decisions today do not inhibit the opportunities of future generations. This term requires an energy and ecologically conscious approach to the design of the built environment.

We are constantly evolving our designs to meet the changes in legislation and technical advances to ensure we off er the most sustainable designs possible.

Our experienced engineers and modellers off er a full range of sustainable and renewable energy services

Services Off ered

Renewable Energy and Low Carbon Design

The use of renewable energy and low carbon design reduces buildings’ contribution to global warming

CIBSE registered Low Carbon Consultants

Energy assessment to meet BREEAM & DREAM criteria

Options for renewable energy, life cycle costs and appropriate recommendations

Low and zero carbon energy studies

Carbon reduction surveys to reduce energy consumption and running costs

Advice on claiming incom from renewable energy

Thermal Modelling

TAS thermal modelling soft ware is used to analyse the internal building environment

Thermal simulations of new or existing buildings

Allows comparison of heating and cooling strategies and Part L2 compliance

Informs facade design for comfort, equipment sizing and energy demand

Determines naturally and mechancially ventilated spaces to Building Regulations Part L2

Building envelope designed to reduce solar gain and improve energy effi ciency

Daylight dimming and mixed mode systems reduce energy consumption and costs

CO2 emission requirements compliance

Sustainable Design

Sustainability Services:

f Renewable Energy

f Low Carbon Design

f Thermal Modelling

f Daylight Modelling

f BREEAM Compliance

f Passive House (Passivhaus)

f Energy Consultancy Advice

Daylight Modelling

Analysis of the availability of natural daylight allows designs to increase the level within building spaces. The approach benefi ts occupants’ visual comfort and improves effi ciency and productivity

f Increased daylight decreasing electric lighting

f Energy consumption and running costs are reduced

f Minimising glare and visual discomfort

f Maximising daylight in the internal environment

f Right to Light

f Climate Based Daylight Modelling

BREEAM Compliance

We off er practical, tried and tested methods to achieve BREEAM compliance from initial assessment through to fi nal certifi cation

f Colloboration with design team members and clients

f Detailed assessment, monitoring, feedback and advice

f Designs to achieve BREEAM Excellent level

f Design and advisory services to support compliance

f Thermal modelling and daylight analysis

f Commissioning management

Experienced engineers and modellers off ering a full range of sustainable and renewable energy services

Passive House (Passivhaus)

Passivhaus off ers high levels of comfort and very low energy consumption and is aff ordable and ecologically friendly

f Passivhaus accredited professionals

f Use of PHPP, Passivhaus Planning Package to assess compliance

f THERM software to design construction details to avoid cold bridging

Sustainability Services

Energy Consultancy Advice

Energy reviews and surveys provides advice to reduce energy demand by identifying ineffi ciency and wastage

f Advice on renewable energy installations

f Employed registered Low Carbon Consultants

f Approved to issue Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) up to level 5

f Part L Building Regulations compliance

f Reduce solar gain by passive ventilation, solar shading and night-time ventilation

Lighting Impact AssessmentIt is essential to consider the impact of lighting from the outset of a development. Obtrusive light is now deemed a statutory nuisance within the Environmental Protection Act and as a result the need for lighting assessment has increased signifi cantly: Local authorities have an obligation to investigate light nuisance and impact.

SDS provide a full range of services in relation to lighting impact, from advice and technical checks to full design, analysis and assessment. Our services support the planning application process, particularly important for sensitive and challenging sites.

Design and assessment of lighting installations, are particularly signifi cant where there are sensitive ecological issues, such as bats. Bats are legally protected by the Wildlife and Countryside Act and the Conservation Regulations. For habitats, foraging and commuting areas careful consideration and mitigation will be required in terms of lighting.

Key to our success is close collaboration with the client, the authorities, architects and ecologists using clearly and concisely presented information.

Services Off eredf Baseline surveysf Desktop studiesf Design and analysisf Visualisation and 3D modellingf Lighting Impact Assessment reportf Lighting Chapter for EIAf Post installation checksf Expert advice and review

SDS work withf Architectsf Developersf Ecologistsf EIA Consultantsf Landscape Architectsf Local Authoritiesf Planning Consultants

Specialist lighting design and assessment to minimise environmental impact

Lighting Impact Assessment


We Can HelpWorking closely with our clients, we can help in making informed decisions and developing workable solutions.The process is enhanced using dynamic energy simulations, thermal modelling techniques, detailed energy analysis and robust budget comparison.

Sustainable and eff ective designs are prepared using leading industry soft ware in conjunction with the new standard forms of specifi cation.

SDS were at the forefront of introducing BIM and now use Revit for all our projects.

Our success, in this competitive market, is based on our hands-on involvement at director level to ensure reliability, effi ciency and completion on time and to budget.

Our PracticeOur Practice

f Dynamic, forward thinking organisation

f Structured approach to business

f Well-established quality systems

f Investment in staff development

Our Experience

f Experienced building services team

f Sustainability and energy-efficiency f BIM Revit delivery capability

f Specialist laboratory knowledge

Our Commitment To You

f Focus on understanding your needs

f Well thought out practical designs

f Ability to deliver throughout the UK

f Depth of resource and capability


Services Design Solution Ltd.

Plymouth Offi ce: 20-23 Mary Seacole Road,

The Millfi elds,

Plymouth PL1 3JY

01752 255900

[email protected]

Exeter Offi ce:6 Kew Court, Rydon Lane,

Pynes Hill,

Exeter EX2 5AZ

01392 444105

[email protected]

Bristol Offi ce:First Floor, Units 5 & 6,

Westfi eld Park, Clevedon,

Bristol BS21 6UA

01275 872963

[email protected]

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Capability Statement - SDS Engineering Consultants