In today’s accelerated digital economy, access to scalable data center capacity isn’t just a technical requirement—it’s a competitive advantage. That’s why forward-looking enterprises and hyperscalers are turning to preleasing as a way to align their growth roadmaps with infrastructure that’s built to support them. 

In this case study, we’ll explore how preleasing space at Sabey Data Centers’ upcoming Umatilla campus gives you a first-mover edge in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most promising new markets—and why the smartest infrastructure decisions start long before the facility goes live. 

 Rising Demand, Limited Runway 

The appetite for compute continues to explode—driven by AI/ML workloads, data-intensive applications and cloud-native everything. But while demand is surging, supply isn’t keeping up. Across major markets, timelines for power procurement, permitting and delivery are stretching, and land availability is tightening. 

This makes preleasing more than a procurement strategy. It’s a way to de-risk your deployment, secure power in a constrained environment and influence the infrastructure before it’s even built. 

 Why SDC Umatilla? 

Sabey’s new campus in Umatilla, Oregon will be purpose-built to serve next-generation workloads with an emphasis on clean energy, sustainability and design flexibility. 

Here’s what makes Umatilla a standout option: 

• Columbia Cloud Corridor: Umatilla is perfectly positioned in a high cluster of hyperscale/cloud data centers. Boardman, The Dalles and Quincy are all nearby on the Columbia.   
• Ready for AI: The facility is designed from the ground up to accommodate high-density and liquid-cooled deployments, with future-ready power and cooling configurations. 
• Low Latency Connectivity: With strong fiber routes and regional access to West Coast hubs (including Hillsboro, Quincy and Seattle), Umatilla balances performance with geographic diversification. 
• Sustainability Advantage: Sabey designs and builds campuses with industry-low PUE scores. This level of efficiency is ideal for ESG-conscious operators seeking greener data center footprints without compromising performance. 
• Abundant Clean Power: Located near the Columbia River, Umatilla offers access to cost-stable hydroelectric power with extremely low carbon intensity. 

 The Prelease Advantage 

Preleasing unlocks more than space—it gives you a seat at the table early in the development process. At SDC Umatilla, that means: 

• Design Input: Tailor the space to your workload and power profile before walls are up. 
• Guaranteed Capacity: Lock in megawatts ahead of increasing demand and permitting delays. 
• Timeline Certainty: Align your roadmap with facility delivery from day one. 

In a market where capacity is often spoken for before it’s delivered, the early bird truly gets the best build. 

A Strategic Partnership from Day One 

At Sabey, we don’t just lease space—we build long-term relationships. Preleasing opens the door to early collaboration with our design, operations and customer experience teams. That means smoother delivery, faster onboarding and infrastructure that aligns to your evolving needs. 

Need to plan for GPU-intensive workloads? Want to prep for immersion or rear-door cooling? With preleasing, those discussions start now—not after you move in. 

Conclusion: It’s Not Just About Power—It’s About Control 

Preleasing at SDC Umatilla isn’t just about beating the rush. It’s about building a future-ready foundation that gives you confidence, clarity and control. You get to shape the infrastructure. You secure the power.  

In a time of exponential demand, the smartest deployment decisions happen before construction starts. 

Let’s talk about what your future looks like at Umatilla. 

Secure your capacity. Shape your infrastructure. Prelease today.