Opportunity
Federal Register #USCG20260046
U.S. Coast Guard Requests Public Comment on Towing Vessel Information Collection Extension
Buyer
Coast Guard, Homeland Security Department
Posted
May 14, 2026
Respond By
July 13, 2026
Identifier
USCG20260046
The U.S. Coast Guard is requesting public comment on the proposed extension of an information collection related to towing vessels: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Office: Commandant (CGC5IP), Paperwork Reduction Act Manager - Purpose: - Seeking public input on the continued collection of information for towing vessel inspection compliance (OMB Control Number 1625-0117) - Supports administration and enforcement of 46 CFR Subchapter M for towing vessel inspections - Products/Services: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Notable Requirements: - Public comments are invited on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection - This is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process, not a procurement or contract action
Description
The U.S. Coast Guard intends to submit an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) requesting an extension of its approval for the collection of information related to towing vessels under OMB Control Number 1625-0117. This request is made in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and seeks to continue the collection without change. The Coast Guard invites public comments on the necessity, utility, and burden of the collection before submission to OMB. Comments must be received by July 13, 2026.