Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1718

MARAD Seeks Comments on Proposed Coastwise Use of S/V STARCHASER II

The Maritime Administration is seeking public input on a proposed coastwise-use determination for the foreign-built S/V STARCHASER II. - Government buyer: Maritime Administration (MARAD), within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT); this is not a purchase or contract opportunity. - Request: MARAD seeks comments on whether the vessel’s proposed coastwise use could adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or coastwise-trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Further vessel and operating details are in the DOT docket. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, vendors, or manufacturers are identified. - Products and services: None requested; no part numbers or quantities are provided.

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is requesting comments on an eligibility determination request concerning the proposed coastwise use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V STARCHASER II. MARAD will consider whether the proposed use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Details about the vessel and its proposed operations are available in the determination request in the DOT docket. Comments are due by November 23, 2026.

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