Opportunity
Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1850
MARAD seeks comments on proposed coastwise use of M/V BRISEA
Buyer
Maritime Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation
Posted
November 12, 2026
Respond By
December 15, 2026
Identifier
MARAD-2026-1850
MARAD is seeking public input on the proposed coastwise use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V BRISEA. - Government buyer: Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Department of Transportation; no specific sub-agency or office is identified. - Proposal: The vessel would carry no more than 12 passengers for hire in coastwise trade. - Key consideration: MARAD seeks information on potential adverse effects on U.S. vessel builders and coastwise trade businesses using U.S.-built vessels. - OEMs and vendors: None identified. No products or services are being procured.
Description
MARAD is seeking public comments on a request to determine whether the proposed coastwise use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V BRISEA would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. The vessel is described as a small passenger vessel carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. Interested parties may submit comments with supporting documentation by December 14, 2026.