Sept. 30, 2025 —
The Coast Guard issued a request for proposal (RFP) today as a first step to assess the options in the marketplace for response boats that can meet Coast Guard mission requirements. The deadline for responses is Nov. 21. The RFP can be viewed here.
Based on responses to the RFP, the Coast Guard may award up to four separate contracts. Each awardee will deliver one “demonstration boat” featuring design and performance characteristics closely aligned with Coast Guard mission needs and requirements. The Coast Guard will conduct testing with each demonstration boat to develop and validate performance requirements, assess industrial capabilities and gather data about the marketplace to inform acquisition strategies for future boat recapitalization activities.
For more information: Boat Acquisition Program