Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1455

Request for Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel 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 MY OFFICE in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Maritime Administration (MARAD), Department of Transportation - Purpose: - Soliciting input on whether the operation of S/V MY OFFICE, a foreign-built vessel, would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels - Vessel Details: - S/V MY OFFICE (small passenger vessel, foreign-built) - No OEMs or vendors are named - No products or services are being procured; this is a request for comment and eligibility determination - Notable Requirements: - Vessel must carry no more than twelve passengers for hire - Determination focuses on eligibility for coastwise trade and potential impact on U.S. industry - No purchase quantities, part numbers, or procurement of goods/services involved

Description

The Secretary of Transportation, represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to make determinations regarding 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 S/V MY OFFICE and is soliciting public comments to assess whether the proposed use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments are requested to assist in this determination and must be submitted by October 28, 2026.

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