The U.S. military is exploring whether to build a temporary base capable of housing 10,000 people near Gaza, according to an internal contracting document, as the U.S. pushes for a stabilization force to monitor a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

The Navy is seeking a cost estimate from a list of pre-qualified companies for “a temporary, self-sustaining military base of operations capable of supporting 10,000 personnel and providing 10,000 square feet of office space for a period of 12 months,” according to a Request for Information seen by Bloomberg News.

The Request for Information identifies the potential site as “near Gaza, Israel.” It was sent to eligible contractors on Oct. 31, according to two people familiar with the matter who asked not to be named discussing private delibera

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