Federal Register #USCG-2026-0402

Coast Guard enforcement of special local regulations and safety zones for marine events

The U.S. Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, is enforcing special local regulations and safety zones for several major marine events to ensure public safety and orderly conduct. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Coast Guard - Events and Services Requested: - Enforcement of special local regulations for the Fort Lauderdale Air Show (Atlantic Ocean and Fort Lauderdale Beach, FL) - Enforcement of temporary special local regulation for Bush River and Otter Point Creek Power Boat Race (between Perryman and Edgewood, MD) - Enforcement of safety zone for Superior 4th of July Fireworks Display (Superior Bay, WI) - Establishment of temporary moving safety zone for Key West Paddle Classic (Key West, FL) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned; no products or equipment are being procured - Services focus on marine safety, restricting vessel access, and protecting life and property during high-profile public events - Notable Requirements: - Regulations define specific geographic boundaries for each event - Only authorized personnel and vessels may enter regulated areas during enforcement periods - Enforcement is strictly for safety and event management, not for procurement of goods or commercial services - Locations: - Atlantic Ocean and Fort Lauderdale Beach, FL - Bush River and Otter Point Creek, MD (between Perryman and Edgewood) - Superior Bay, WI - Key West, FL - No contract value, product line items, or commercial competition involved

Description

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary special local regulation for certain waters of the Bush River and Otter Point Creek in Maryland, between Perryman and Edgewood. This regulation is necessary to ensure the safety of life on these navigable waters during a high-speed power boat race on May 16 and May 17, 2026. The regulation prohibits persons and vessels from entering the regulated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Maryland-National Capital Region, or a designated representative. The regulated area covers all navigable waters of the Bush River and Otter Point Creek, shoreline to shoreline, with specific geographic boundaries. Enforcement will occur from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on both days of the event.

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