Opportunity
Federal Register #USCG-2026-0592
Temporary Security Zones for New Orleans Sail 250 Event – Lower Mississippi River
Posted
May 20, 2026
Identifier
USCG-2026-0592
This notice announces the establishment of temporary security zones by the U.S. Coast Guard for the New Orleans Sail 250 event on the Lower Mississippi River. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Purpose: - Temporary moving and fixed security zones to ensure safety and security for visiting personnel and vessels during the event - Security Zone Details: - Fixed security zone: All waters between mile markers 92.7 and 98 on the Lower Mississippi River - Moving security zone: Applies to designated vessels transiting between the Southwest Pass entrance and mile marker 98 - Entry into these zones is prohibited without authorization from the Captain of the Port - Enforcement: - U.S. Coast Guard and designated representatives - No procurement activity: - No OEMs, vendors, products, or services are being requested or procured - This is a regulatory and enforcement action, not a contract opportunity
Description
The Coast Guard is establishing temporary moving and fixed security zones on the Lower Mississippi River to provide security for visiting personnel and vessels during the New Orleans Sail 250 events. The fixed security zone covers all waters of the Lower Mississippi River between mile markers 92.7 to 98. The moving security zone applies to certain designated vessels as they transit between the Southwest Pass entrance and mile marker 98. Entry of vessels or persons into these zones is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port. The rule is effective from May 24, 2026, through June 1, 2026.