Federal Register #USCG-2026-0220

Temporary Safety Zones for Marine Events in Northern New England and Honolulu

This notice announces the establishment of temporary safety zones by the U.S. Coast Guard to ensure public and marine safety during specific maritime events in 2026. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Offices: Captain of the Port, Sector Northern New England and Sector Honolulu - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement. - Products/Services Requested: - Enforcement of temporary safety zones in navigable waters - Northern New England: Vessel speed and movement restrictions during a marine event - Honolulu, HI: 500-yard moving safety zone around T/V DENISE FOSS and tow FOSS 3612 during transport of three ship-to-shore cranes - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Safety zones prohibit entry of unauthorized vessels or persons - Designed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment during hazardous operations - No acquisition of goods or services is involved

Description

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for navigable waters within a 500-yard radius of the T/V DENISE FOSS and its tow, FOSS 3612, to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment during the transportation of three ship-to-shore cranes. Entry into this zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Honolulu, or their designated representative. The safety zone will be enforced from August 13, 2026, at 6 a.m. until August 17, 2026, at 9 a.m. The rule is issued without prior notice and comment due to the short timeframe and safety concerns.

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