693JF7-26-SS-0003- Title XI Vessel Surveys and Appraisals Support Svs.pdf

TITLE: Sources Sought Notice – Title XI Vessel Surveys and Appraisals Support Services

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

AGENCY:

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Maritime Administration (MARAD)

NOTICE TYPE:

Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)

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.

REQUESTED INFORMATION:

Interested parties are requested to submit a capability statement addressing the following:

1. Company Experience Please outline your company’s experience in developing vessel appraisals and vessel surveys for Federal lending programs, if any, or for the private sector. Include:

• Years of experience

• Types of vessels evaluated

• Examples of similar projects

• Current or recent customers (public and private sector)

• Any actual or potential conflicts of interest

2. Additional Capabilities Describe any additional capabilities your company possesses beyond the qualifications and requirements outlined above.

3. Differentiators Describe what sets your company apart from competitors in the marketplace.

4. Teaming/Subcontracting Approach Indicate whether your company can provide the services independently or whether subcontractors or teaming partners would be utilized.

5. Sample Work Products Please provide screenshots, redacted samples, or representative examples demonstrating the format and quality of your typical service deliverables.

6. Business Size Status Please identify your business size and socioeconomic status under NAICS code 541990, including:

• Small Business

• Small Disadvantaged Business

• HUBZone

• Woman-Owned Small Business

• Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

• Other applicable categories

7. Information Security Describe how your company manages and protects sensitive, proprietary, financial, and Government-related information.

8. Proposed Team Please provide information regarding the personnel who would support this effort, including:

• Names (optional at RFI stage)

• Job titles

• Resumes

• Educational background

• Relevant maritime, engineering, appraisal, or lending experience

• Professional certifications or licenses, if applicable

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.

mailto:K.Mitchell-Carroll@dot.gov