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MARAD Seeks Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Vessel M/V MISS APALACHICOLA in U.S. Coastwise Trade

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public input on a request to allow the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V MISS APALACHICOLA to operate in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Vessel in Question: - M/V MISS APALACHICOLA (foreign-built small passenger vessel) - Purpose of Notice: - Soliciting comments on whether use of this vessel would negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses operating U.S.-built vessels - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products or services are being procured - No part numbers or quantities listed - Unique Requirements: - Focus on regulatory eligibility of a foreign-built vessel for carrying up to twelve passengers for hire in U.S. waters - Public comments will inform MARAD's determination on potential adverse effects to U.S. industry - No OEMs or vendors are specified in this notice

Description

The Secretary of Transportation, represented by MARAD, is authorized to determine the coastwise use of foreign-built, certain U.S.-built, and rebuilt vessels carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received a determination request for the vessel M/V MISS APALACHICOLA and is soliciting public comments to assess whether its proposed use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Comments are due by June 12, 2026, and further details about the vessel and proposed service are available in the supplementary information section and the DOT docket.

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