Opportunity
Federal Register #USCG-2026-0832
Temporary Safety Zone for Grand Traverse Bay Fireworks and Air Show
Posted
July 01, 2026
Identifier
USCG-2026-0832
This notice announces a temporary safety zone established by the U.S. Coast Guard in Grand Traverse Bay, Michigan, to ensure safety during a fireworks and air show event. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Sector Northern Great Lakes - Purpose: - Establishes a temporary safety zone in the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City, Michigan - Aims to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from hazards associated with fireworks and air show displays - Enforcement: - The safety zone will be enforced by the Captain of the Port, Sector Northern Great Lakes - Entry into the zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized - Procurement Details: - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are being procured or mentioned - This is a regulatory action, not a procurement opportunity - Notable Requirements: - The safety zone is temporary and only in effect for a one-hour period during the event - Applies to all vessels and persons unless specifically authorized by the Coast Guard
Description
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone in the navigable waters of the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment during an over water fireworks and air show display. The safety zone will be enforced on July 4, 2026, from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. Entry into the zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Northern Great Lakes, or their designated representative. The zone covers specific coordinates around the fireworks barge location. This temporary final rule is issued under the authority of 46 U.S.C. 70034.