# DOW Plans Off-Grid Base Competition

The Department of War (DOW) is developing a prototype military installation designed to operate independently for 30 days using microgrids, a small nuclear reactor, air-gapped networks, and closed-loop water systems. DOW says it plans a state-hosted competition and will consider firms offering rapid execution and ambitious proposals, but has not released a solicitation, procurement schedule, budget, or contact details.

- The concept spans installation construction, resilient energy, nuclear microreactors, secure communications, and water systems, creating potential roles for integrated teams and specialized subcontractors.
- Companies with relevant design-build, microgrid, nuclear, cybersecurity, and water-reuse capabilities can assess how to present an integrated, rapidly executable proposal; no formal bid action is available yet.
- States may seek to host the installation, so firms may find value in coordinating with prospective state hosts as the competition is developed. The signal provides no deadline or instructions for engaging.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** November 02, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of War (DOW)
- U.S. Army (Army)

### Sources
- [Dale Marks Previews Off-Grid Next Great American Base Plan](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/next-great-american-base-fortress-america-dale-marks) - ExecutiveGov