Opportunity
Federal Register #USCG-2025-1130
Temporary Special Local Regulation for Ohio River Rowing Event in Louisville, KY
Posted
May 05, 2026
Respond By
June 04, 2026
Identifier
USCG-2025-1130
This opportunity involves a proposed regulatory action by the Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard for the Ohio River in Louisville, KY during a rowing event. - Government Buyer: - Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Temporary special local regulation (SLR) for Ohio River between mile markers 599 and 604 - Access restricted to authorized persons and vessels by the Captain of the Port (COTP), Ohio Valley - Regulation aims to ensure safety of personnel, vessels, and the marine environment during the event - Vessels may request permission to enter the regulated area - Compliance with COTP directives is required - Place of Performance: - Ohio River, Louisville, KY (mile markers 599-604) - Jefferson County, Kentucky - No procurement, contract, or purchase activity is associated with this notice
Description
The Coast Guard is proposing to establish a temporary special local regulation on the Ohio River in Louisville, KY, to ensure safety during a rowing event scheduled for October 10, 2026. The regulation restricts access to the navigable waters from mile markers 599 to 604, prohibiting persons and vessels from entering the area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port (COTP), Ohio Valley or their designated representative. This measure is intended to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards associated with the event. Comments on the proposed rule must be received by June 4, 2026.