Description
The State of Alaska is seeking information from interested parties regarding the opportunities to dispose of the M/V Matanuska in a manner that honors its historic significance while allowing it to continue serving Alaska in new innovative ways. Potential concepts may include maritime training, tourism, community or cultural use, education programming, museum or heritage preservation, research platforms, or other construction purposes that reflect Alaska’s maritime heritage and the history of the Alaska Marine Highway System. The State is looking for thoughtful proposals for preservation, adaptive reuse, or continued maritime service that respects the vessel’s legacy and provides ongoing public value.
• The M/V Matanuska is a 352 ft. passenger and automobile ferry.
• The vessel has been in operation for many years and has outlived its commercial usefulness.
• The State is seeking information from interested parties regarding the opportunities to dispose of the vessel.
• Potential concepts may include maritime training, tourism, community or cultural use, education programming, museum or heritage preservation, research platforms, or other construction purposes.
• The State reserves the right to evaluate responses considering policy, historic preservation, operational, and public interest considerations.