Federal Register #USCG-2026-1147

Temporary Special Local Regulation for Pitt Paddle Event – Allegheny and Ohio Rivers, Pittsburgh, PA

This opportunity involves the establishment of a temporary special local regulation (SLR) by the Coast Guard for the Pitt Paddle event on the Allegheny and Ohio Rivers in Pittsburgh, PA. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security - United States Coast Guard - Captain of the Port Pittsburgh - Scope of Regulation: - Covers Allegheny River (mile markers 0–3.5) and Ohio River (mile markers 0–3) - Enacted for the Pitt Paddle race, with approximately 50 participants - Prohibits unauthorized persons and vessels from entering the regulated area - Enforcement by Coast Guard personnel and designated local officers - Products/Services: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with orders from the Captain of the Port - Restricted access to the regulated area during the enforcement period - Regulation is strictly for marine safety and event management

Description

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary special local regulation (SLR) on the waters of the Allegheny River from mile marker 0 to mile marker 3.5 and the Ohio River from mile marker 0 to mile marker 3 in Pittsburgh, PA. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters from potential hazards during the Pitt Paddle planned on September 6, 2026. The rule prohibits persons and vessels from being in the six-and-a-half-mile regulated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Pittsburgh or a designated representative. The regulation is effective from 7 a.m. until noon on September 6, 2026.

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