# Poland Proposes Permanent U.S. Base

Poland says the Pentagon supports a permanent U.S. troop presence, while the White House is expected to make the final decision in early December 2026. Poland estimates it would spend 15–17 billion zlotys (**$3.8–$4.4 billion**) on the required infrastructure. The proposal could generate future military construction and installation-support work, including utilities, housing, and schools, but no solicitation or contract award has been announced.

- If approved, the infrastructure program could create opportunities for firms with military construction, utilities, housing, school-building, and installation-support capabilities.
- Companies can treat the estimated funding as an indication of potential market scale, not as an available contract or committed procurement.
- The White House decision expected in early December 2026 is the near-term decision point; contractors can use the period before then to assess relevant capabilities and potential teaming needs.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** November 12, 2026

### Government Entities
- Poland Ministry of National Defence
- U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
- White House

### Key Quotes
> Whether it’s committing to nearly 5 percent of [gross domestic product] to defense and translating that investment into ready forces and sustained combat power, Poland is building one of the most formidable armies in Europe, ready to secure and defend its territory.
> — Pete Hegseth, U.S. Secretary of Defense

### Sources
- [Poland says Pentagon supports permanent US base, with decision expected in December - Breaking Defense](https://breakingdefense.com/2026/11/poland-says-pentagon-supports-permanent-us-base-with-decision-expected-in-december) - Breaking Defense
- [Pentagon ‘greenlit’ permanent presence of US troops in Poland, official says - Defense News](https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2026/11/12/pentagon-greenlit-permanent-presence-of-us-troops-in-poland-official-says) - Defense News