# Pentagon Plans Greenland Base Expansion

The Pentagon is evaluating options to expand U.S. facilities at Mestersvig and Narsarsuaq and increase the U.S. footprint at Pituffik Space Base in Greenland. Construction could begin in 2027, following planning over the winter of 2026–27; Greenland’s seasonal construction window will shape the schedule. No solicitation, funding amount, contract award, or procurement contact has been reported, so this is a planning signal rather than an active bid opportunity.

- Potential future work includes runway upgrades, base infrastructure, logistics, lodging, food services, and energy support.
- Contractors with relevant Arctic construction and sustainment capabilities can use the planning period to assess whether their offerings fit these potential requirements; the signal does not identify specific scopes or acquisition vehicles.
- Because construction could begin in 2027 and seasonal conditions constrain the work window, firms should distinguish this prospective pipeline from funded or solicited work while the Pentagon evaluates options.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 20, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- Government of Greenland
- Government of the Kingdom of Denmark

### Sources
- [Pentagon to start expanding Greenland bases next year: official - Defense One](https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/10/pentagon-expand-greenland-bases/416706) - Defense One