National Guard Bureau signs $292M apartment contract for 2,000 units in D.C.

Published Jul 24, 03:32 PM UTC

The National Guard Bureau has signed a $292 million contract with corporate lodging company Placemakr to provide 2,000 apartment-style units for National Guardsmen mobilized in Washington, D.C. The three-year contract, described as the largest interagency lodging acquisition in National Guard history, aims to improve troop readiness, quality of life, and operational security. Originally a mission for 800 troops announced by President Trump in August 2025, the mobilization has grown to 4,755 Guardsmen from 15 states. Troops previously housed in hotels will now have fully furnished apartments with amenities including weekly housekeeping, Wi-Fi, gyms, and full kitchens. The contract was signed through the U.S. General Services Administration and covers properties in Washington, D.C., and Arlington, Virginia.