Request for Information (RFI) regarding the potential to lease new RO/ROs vessels.

The Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking information on the possibility of leasing new Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO/RO) vessels. The agency aims to explore how the established Vessel Construction Manager (VCM) acquisition method, currently used for procuring the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel, can be adapted to facilitate either the purchase or leasing of vessels under a single contract. This Request for Information (RFI) serves as a sources-sought notice to gather industry feedback on tailoring this approach to better meet government needs. The solicitation, identified by number 06032026, was posted on June 3, 2026, with responses due by July 6, 2026. The primary point of contact is Brett Scrum, with Sydney Plante as a secondary contact, both reachable via email or phone in Washington, D.C., where the agency and performance location are based. This effort falls under NAICS code 532411, indicating a focus relevant to leasing activities, and is part of the Maritime Administration's initiative to enhance flexibility and efficiency in acquiring critical maritime assets to support national security and operational objectives.