AOC CAPITOL POLICE BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND SECURITY

Key Accomplishments in FY 2014

Provided Immediate Response to Security Incidents

The jurisdiction made emergency repairs to a police kiosk and a perimeter security barrier damaged during a police chase incident that entered Capitol Hill. Despite this incident occurring during the government shutdown, integrity of the perimeter returned to normal within three days.

Retrofit Air Handling Units

The jurisdiction replaced the Alternate Computer Facility (ACF) computer room air conditioner. The new unit and its backup provide the proper cooling and redundancy to fully protect the uninterruptable power supply systems and electrical switchgear. The new units use 30 percent less electricity and provide critical redundancy.

Reduced Energy Usage

The jurisdiction began installing a building controls system at the U.S. Capitol Police headquarters to reduce energy through better monitoring and system operation. The project will improve client comfort and reduce the facility’s energy use by 15 percent.

What’s Next? FY 2015 Priorities

Replace Existing Chillers

The jurisdiction will execute the multi-phased ACF Chiller Replacement and Chilled Water System Expansion Design Project. This project replaces the existing chillers with new adequately sized chillers and associated pumps.

Complete Facility Condition Assessments

The jurisdiction will complete a comprehensive Facility Condition Assessment for all of its facilities, with a goal of increasing and/or maintaining a high Facility Condition Index.

AOC HOUSE OFFICE BUILDINGS

Key Accomplishments in FY 2014

Instituted Executive Safety Walkthroughs

The jurisdiction launched an Executive Safety Walkthrough Inspection Program. Each month, the Deputy Superintendent, Safety Specialists and the Assistant Superintendent for Facilities Support join the Assistant Superintendent of a specific area to inspect and observe in-process work.

Improved Mobile Workforce Efficiency The jurisdiction implemented facility management improvements through which technicians leverage mobile technology to track work, enter labor and create work orders with greater efficiency. The new process uses mobile phones and a facility management application.

Reduced Water Usage and Expanded Recycling The jurisdiction reduced water use by 10 percent over FY 2013. Multiple efforts contributed to this reduction, including repairs to the West House Underground Garage irrigation system. The jurisdiction also expanded its recycling program to include aluminum, stainless steel, and batteries.

What’s Next? FY 2015 Priorities

Coordinate the 114th Congressional Office Moves The jurisdiction has begun plans for a smooth 114th Congressional transition resulting from the November 2014 elections. This effort will entail managing hundreds of office and committee moves and thousands of related work orders and will require disciplined coordination and planning.

Capture Institutional Knowledge As 20 percent of jurisdiction employees are eligible to retire, or will be eligible within two years, the jurisdiction will continue updating and developing documentation on buildings and processes to prepare for staff turnover. As part of this critical effort, HOB is capturing the institutional knowledge of these individuals.