Marine Vessel Support Services for Search and Rescue (SAR) Field Exercises

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) Research and Development Center (RDC) is conducting a market research effort to identify potential contractors who can provide marine vessel support services for a series of Search and Rescue (SAR) field experiments. The experiments are planned to take place between September 2026 and October 2027 in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast regions of the United States. The USCG requires qualified support vessels to serve as search targets and provide logistical support. The vessels should be able to operate in coastal waters and have specific characteristics, such as size, crew, range, speed, and onboard equipment. • The USCG is seeking contractors who can provide Sport Fishing Boats and Work Boats with specific desired characteristics. • The vessels should be able to operate in coastal waters in sea states and weather conditions up to a small craft advisory. • The USCG requires contractors who can provide local captains/operators for each specified region. • The contractors should have experience with search object handling and anchoring. • The USCG is interested in learning about the contractors' pricing and contract vehicles, including GSA Schedule availability and fixed vs. reimbursable costs.