Maritime Security Fleet Program or Ship Operations Cooperation Program

Department Of Transportation, Maritime Administration

The MSP helps sustain a fleet of 60 active, commercially viable, militarily useful, privately-owned vessels operating under U.S. registry to meet national defense and other security requirements. Participating operators are required to make their ships and commercial transportation resources available upon request by the Secretary of Defense during times of war or national emergency.

Jargon-free version

Helps private companies operate U.S.-registered ships that support national defense. Provides resources to maintain a fleet of 60 vessels for security needs.

Quick Facts

Funding
$12 - $60,000,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Regional & Community Development
Organization
Department Of Transportation, Maritime Administration

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What Is This Program?

The MSP helps sustain a fleet of 60 active, commercially viable, militarily useful, privately-owned vessels operating under U.S. registry to meet national defense and other security requirements.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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🏆 Detailed Application Guide

📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply
  • Visit the MARAD grants page
  • Review program documentation and eligibility requirements
  • Prepare application materials
  • Submit application through the designated portal
🌐Application Portal
http://www.marad.dot.gov/grants/federal-grant-assistance/federal-grant-assistance
📤Submission Method
online
🔄Intake Type
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📄What Documents Are Required?

Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
  • Indirect cost rate agreement
📐Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
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💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency
quarterly
📑Reporting Requirements
  • SF-425 Federal Financial Report
  • performance progress report
🔍Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year
📢Branding Requirements
Acknowledgment of federal funding
🗄️Record Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

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(202)366-0688

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.

This program offers funding up to $60,000,000 (minimum $12).

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

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