DFCI (Distributor Furnished, Contractor Installed) is an advanced delivery model for data center electrical infrastructure and power distribution systems. Designed for contractors, developers, engineers, and operators, DFCI combines distributor-led procurement with contractor installation to streamline data center construction and expansion projects.
By leveraging strong OEM partnerships and deep expertise in medium- and low-voltage (MV/LV) electrical systems, AES helps accelerate equipment procurement, reduce supply chain risk, and simplify coordination across EPCs, general contractors, and commissioning teams. The result is a more flexible, scalable approach to delivering mission-critical power infrastructure, including switchgear, switchboards, PDUs, and busway systems.
In this video, we break down how DFCI helps data center teams improve schedule certainty, maintain vendor flexibility, and deliver reliable power, whether supporting new builds, retrofits, or capacity expansions.