BIM Coordination and Modeling for Hyperscale Data Centers, Virginia
Project Overview
Client Profile
Microsoft Data Center Division
Building Type
Tier III Hyperscale Data Center, IAD 13, Northern Virginia Data Center Hub
Deliverables
LOD 300 Revit Models for CFMF, Drywall & Ceiling Systems, Federated Navisworks Models (NWF/NWD), Clash Reports, Issue Logs, Custom Revit Families
Project Samples
3D BIM model of Microsoft data centers in Northern Virginia showing clash-free MEP and structural coordination.
BIM coordination model of Microsoft data centers, Northern Virginia – MEP, CFMF, Tier III, N+1 design.
Overview
A standardized BIM execution process was developed for Microsoft’s IAD 13 Tier III hyperscale data center in Northern Virginia’s Data Center Alley, a prominent internet hub and Virginia data center location. The process focused on establishing a unified data environment and model governance structure for efficient data center construction and buildout.
- The initiative prioritized workflow alignment and information traceability to synchronize multiple design and trade teams working across parallel construction phases in this expansive data center space.
- Defined under an ISO 19650-compliant BIM Execution Plan (BEP), the process sets clear modeling rules and digital approval protocols for all stakeholders involved in data center projects.
- Advanced coordination was achieved through Autodesk Revit, Navisworks Manage, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), ensuring centralized issue management for complex data center facilities.
- Guided by Tejjy Inc.’s BIM execution specialists, this governance-driven approach strengthened Microsoft’s internal BIM standards, delivering a repeatable, data-driven model workflow to support ongoing data center growth.
Digital Strategy Behind the Work
To streamline BIM delivery for Microsoft’s IAD 13 Tier III data center, Tejjy Inc. established a BIM Execution Plan (BEP) centered on workflow governance and data transparency. The plan, aligned with ISO 19650 standards, unified file control, revision tracking, and model approval processes.
Key strategies included:
- Used Autodesk Revit for LOD 300 modeling and Navisworks Manage for validation and coordination audits.
- Applied Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) as the Common Data Environment (CDE) for RFI management and live issue tracking.
- Standardized worksharing protocols to align multidisciplinary updates in real time.
- Created custom Revit templates and parameter libraries to maintain uniform modeling quality.
- Conducted weekly digital reviews within ACC to verify compliance and ensure model health.
This structured digital process enhanced data consistency, minimized coordination lag, and delivered a scalable BIM framework supporting Microsoft’s hyperscale expansion in Data Center Alley.
Key Deliverables
- ISO 19650-based BIM Execution Plan (BEP) for workflow governance and data consistency in data center projects.
- LOD 300 Revit models for CFMF, drywall, and ceiling systems tailored for data center facilities.
- Federated Navisworks models (NWF/NWD) for cross-discipline validation in complex data center environments.
- ACC-based Common Data Environment (CDE) for version control and collaboration across data center campuses.
- Custom Revit templates and parameter sets ensuring model uniformity for diverse data center spaces.
- Weekly governance dashboards for issue tracking and compliance reporting in the data center industry.
- Structured BIM data ready for 4D, 5D, and facility management integration, supporting future data center expansion.
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What are the key components of a successful BIM Execution Plan (BEP) for data centers?
A strong BEP outlines modeling standards, collaboration workflows, and data-handling rules aligned with ISO 19650. At Microsoft’s IAD 13 project, Tejjy Inc. implemented a BEP covering CDE protocols, Revit templates, and RFI tracking, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and accountability across all trades involved in data center construction.
How does ISO 19650 compliance improve BIM project performance?
ISO 19650 ensures every BIM process follows verified data-management standards. Tejjy Inc. used this framework at IAD 13 to maintain traceable file structures, reduce version conflicts, and create an audit-ready digital record, critical for hyperscale data center reliability and the overall data center industry.
What advantages does Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) offer in BIM execution?
Tejjy Inc. leveraged Autodesk Construction Cloud as a centralized Common Data Environment (CDE) for IAD 13. The platform enabled live coordination, automated approvals, and issue analytics, helping Microsoft’s design and construction teams manage data securely and efficiently across their expanding data center footprint.
How does BIM standardization by Tejjy Inc. accelerate multi-site data-center delivery?
By developing reusable Revit templates, parameter libraries, and standardized workflows, Tejjy Inc. created a scalable BIM model that can be replicated across future Microsoft data center campuses. This approach cuts setup time, maintains consistent modeling quality, and supports rapid data center buildout in response to the growing data center market demands.
