A Study on Vessel Design Challenge

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MARAD wants proposals from design teams to develop vessel designs that improve fuel efficiency and reduce underwater radiated noise. Teams may propose one or more commercially useful vessels, with awards expected to range from $150,000 to $450,000 and projects lasting up to 18 months. Up to $1.25 million is available, and preference goes to teams led by U.S.-based or U.S.-flag companies.

About this opportunity

U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) A Study on Vessel Design Challenge RFP No. 693JF726R000016 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP): The Maritime Administration’s (MARAD) Maritime Environmental and Technical Assistance (META) program is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for a Vessel Design Challenge (Challenge). This Challenge intends to fund multiple design teams willing to undertake integrated design work to improve fuel efficiency and reduce vessel underwater radiated noise (URN) to create the next generation of U.S. vessels. Individual awards depend on number of designs proposed for the package. Awards are intended to be for not less than $150k and likely not more than $450k. Project…

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Closes Jan 10, 2027

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BS-49352A