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Title XI Vessel Surveys and Appraisals Support Services

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693JF7-26-SS-0003Federal

Submission Closed06/08/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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The Maritime Administration (MARAD) within the U.S. Department of Transportation is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified small business concerns capable of providing vessel surveys, appraisals, and related maritime technical support services for the Title XI Federal Ship Financing Program and other federal lending-related maritime activities. This notice is purely informational and planning-focused and does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or invitation for bid; responses are not offers and cannot form a binding contract, nor will the government reimburse any costs incurred in preparing submissions. The scope of potential services includes vessel condition surveys, valuation and appraisal reports, technical inspections, review of maintenance and operational records, risk and collateral analysis for maritime lending, shipyard and construction progress inspections, compliance reviews, preparation of technical findings, and support for federal credit underwriting and loan monitoring. The government is specifically seeking firms with demonstrated expertise in commercial vessels, marine engineering, vessel operations, ship financing, and maritime asset valuation, with a strong preference for small businesses that meet the requirements under NAICS code 541990. Respondents must submit an electronic capability statement in PDF format to Kelly Mitchell-Carroll at K.Mitchell-Carroll@dot.gov with the subject line "Sources Sought Response – Title XI Vessel Surveys and Appraisals" no later than June 8, 2026, at 12 noon EDT. The capability statement must include detailed information on company experience with federal or private-sector maritime appraisals, additional capabilities and differentiators, whether services will be provided independently or through subcontractors, sample deliverables, business size and socioeconomic status such as Small Business, SDB, HUBZone, WOSB, or SDVOSB, information security practices for handling sensitive data, and proposed team qualifications including resumes, education, certifications, and relevant experience. Questions regarding the notice must be submitted by June 3, 2026, at 12 noon EDT, and responses will be used exclusively to inform future acquisition planning and determine the availability of qualified small business sources. The anticipated place of performance is the Washington Navy Yard in the District of Columbia, and while no contract value or pricing details are provided, the government intends to pursue a total small business set-aside if a solicitation is issued based on the findings of this market research.

General Info

MARAD seeks small businesses for vessel surveys, appraisals, and maritime technical support services.

Agency

Department Of Transportation → 693JF7 DOT Maritime AdministrationView Agency

NAICS

541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington Navy Yard, DC, USA

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SBA

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693JF7-26-SS-0003 Title XI Vessel Surveys and Appraisals Support Services Sources Sought Notice

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PhaseClosed

PostedMay 24

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineJun 8

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Submission Closed

06/08/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 693JF7 DOT Maritime Administration

Contacts2 people available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Transportation → 693JF7 DOT Maritime Administration

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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

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Kelly Mitchell-Carroll

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Erica L Williams

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Full Description

DISCLAIMER:
This is a Sources Sought Notice and is for informational and planning purposes only. This is not a Solicitation, Request for Proposal (RFP), or Invitation for Bid (IFB). Responses to this notice are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in responding to this notice.

BACKGROUND:
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is conducting market research to identify qualified small business concerns capable of providing vessel surveys, vessel appraisals, and related maritime technical support services in support of the Title XI Federal Ship Financing Program and other Federal lending-related maritime activities.

The Government is seeking information from firms with demonstrated experience in conducting marine vessel inspections, technical evaluations, condition and valuation surveys, and appraisals for commercial vessels and maritime assets for either Federal lending programs or private-sector financing institutions.

SCOPE OF POTENTIAL REQUIREMENT:
The anticipated services may include, but are not limited to:

• Vessel condition surveys
• Vessel valuation and appraisal reports
• Technical inspections and assessments
• Review of vessel maintenance and operational records
• Risk and collateral analysis for maritime lending purposes
• Shipyard and construction progress inspections
• Compliance reviews related to marine financing programs
• Preparation of written technical findings and recommendations
• Support for Federal credit underwriting and loan monitoring activities

The Government is particularly interested in identifying small businesses with expertise involving commercial vessels, ship financing, marine engineering, vessel operations, and maritime asset valuation.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested firms shall submit an electronic capability statement in PDF format.

Responses shall be submitted via email to:
Kelly Mitchell-Carroll
K.Mitchell-Carroll@dot.gov

Subject Line:
“Sources Sought Response – Title XI Vessel Surveys and Appraisals”

Responses are due no later than:
June 8, 2026, at 12 Noon, EDT

QUESTIONS:
Questions regarding this notice may be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist identified above no later than June 3, 2026, by 12 Noon, EDT.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for market research purposes to assist the Government in acquisition planning and determining the availability of qualified small business sources. The Government reserves the right to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy based on responses received.

See the attached for further detail as it relates to this Sources Sought Notice.