The M&V provider writes the M&V plan, but if possible, involve the facility’s operational staff. The plan must provide the following (see a sample M&V plan in the Documentation Toolkit):

Finalize the option your project will attempt under IPMVP Volume I (Option B, C, or D). (See the table above for details on the different options.) 

Determine predicted savings based on the final design estimate minus the baseline case. Calculate as monthly cost savings for the whole building or space, or by system. During this process, try to account for any varying factors that could affect the final design and baseline cases. These could include anything from weather patterns to occupancy levels.  

Case 2: Projects with 75% or more of total building area

Be sure to include any necessary language on submetering or tenant payment plans in the lease agreement. This will be needed for credit documentation through LEED Online. 

Case 1: Projects with less than 75% of total building area

Upload necessary information to LEED Online, including:

floor plans
the lease (or sample lease) 
a lease documenting an energy-cost agreement (with the agreement highlighted)
installation records or floor plan documenting the location of submetering equipment
your M&V plan.

Your M&V or submetering program necessitates coordination with the mechanical and electrical engineers to verify that the control devices are able to provide the information needed for credit compliance.

All Cases

If your project is attempting IPMVP, Option D, track the total energy consumption of your building. Since the energy model must be recalibrated, any variables that can influence consumption also need to be tracked. For example, you might track occupancy if it fluctuates. Also verify the savings from efficiency measures by tracking any data that gives clues to whether or not energy-saving strategies are working.