Federal Register #MARAD20261090

MARAD Seeks Comments on Use of Foreign-Built S/V THUNDERBOLT in U.S. Coastwise Trade

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a request to use the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V THUNDERBOLT in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT), Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Purpose: - Soliciting feedback on the proposed use of the foreign-built S/V THUNDERBOLT for carrying up to twelve passengers for hire in U.S. coastwise trade - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - No part numbers or quantities are listed - Notable Requirements: - MARAD is authorized to determine eligibility of foreign-built vessels for limited passenger service - The agency seeks input on potential adverse effects on U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels - This is a request for public comment, not a direct procurement

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the U.S. Department of Transportation, 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 S/V THUNDERBOLT and is soliciting public comments to assess whether the proposed use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Comments should address potential undue adverse effects and include supporting documentation. The comment period closes on August 17, 2026.

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