capability statement - sds engineering consultants
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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
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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
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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
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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.
SDS: Capability Statement
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
Building Information Modelling
Derriford Research Facility - £14m
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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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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.
Building Information Modelling
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Next Generation BIM Coordination
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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
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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
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Services Design Solution Ltd.
Plymouth Offi ce: 20-23 Mary Seacole Road,
The Millfi elds,
Plymouth PL1 3JY
01752 255900
Exeter Offi ce:6 Kew Court, Rydon Lane,
Pynes Hill,
Exeter EX2 5AZ
01392 444105
Bristol Offi ce:First Floor, Units 5 & 6,
Westfi eld Park, Clevedon,
Bristol BS21 6UA
01275 872963