Federal Register #MARAD-2026-0430

Request for Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel M/V SCOUT in U.S. Coastwise Trade

This notice from the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) seeks public input on the proposed use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V SCOUT in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT), Maritime Administration (MARAD) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the vessel in question is M/V SCOUT - Products/Services Requested: - No procurement of products or services is requested - MARAD is soliciting public comments regarding the use of M/V SCOUT, a foreign-built small passenger vessel (carries no more than twelve passengers for hire) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - MARAD is authorized to determine the eligibility of foreign-built vessels for coastwise trade under certain conditions - The agency specifically seeks input on whether allowing M/V SCOUT to operate would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or businesses operating U.S.-built vessels in coastwise trade - This is a regulatory request for information, not a solicitation for goods or services

Description

The Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on a request to use a foreign-built small passenger vessel, M/V SCOUT, in the United States coastwise trade. The vessel carries no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD is evaluating whether the proposed use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments are invited to assist in this determination before the April 29, 2026 deadline.

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