Which qualification must the agent meet?

A tenant is soliciting proposals for a Commissioning (Cx) agent for Energy and Atmosphere Credit, Enhanced Commissioning.

Which qualification must the agent meet?
A . Subcontractor of construction manager
B . Not an employee of the project design firm
C . Member of the Building Cx Association
D . Commissioning Authority (CxA) with experience in at least one prior project

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Answer: B

Explanation:

The Commissioning (Cx) agent for Energy and Atmosphere Credit, Enhanced Commissioning, must be independent of the project’s design and construction management to avoid conflicts of interest. This ensures that the Cx agent can objectively assess the project’s performance and adherence to design intentions.

Reference: The LEED v4 reference guide for Interior Design and Construction specifies that the Cx agent should not be an employee of the design firm to maintain independence1. Additionally, the LEED AP with Specialty Candidate Handbook outlines the importance of the Cx agent’s independence in the commissioning process2.