Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1259

MARAD Requests Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Vessel M/V HAIDA EXPLORER in U.S. Coastwise Trade

This opportunity concerns a request for public comments on the use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V HAIDA EXPLORER in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT), Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Subject Vessel: - M/V HAIDA EXPLORER (foreign-built small passenger vessel) - Purpose: - MARAD is seeking input on whether allowing the M/V HAIDA EXPLORER to operate in U.S. coastwise trade (carrying up to twelve passengers for hire) would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or businesses operating U.S.-built vessels - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the focus is on the vessel itself - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a request for information and public comment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Respondents should provide documentation supporting any claims that the vessel's use would have an undue adverse effect on U.S. shipbuilders or operators - The determination is specific to eligibility for coastwise trade under U.S. law - No contract award or purchase is associated with 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 U.S. and foreign rebuilt vessels that carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received a determination request for the vessel M/V HAIDA EXPLORER and is soliciting 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. The notice includes information about the vessel and its proposed service. Comments are due by September 9, 2026.

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