Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for United States Merchant Marine Academy.
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Posted
Oct 16, 2026
Oct 23, 2026
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Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Kings Point
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
976
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
197027
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Sea Eagles
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
261
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
82%
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Board meetings and strategic plans from United States Merchant Marine Academy
This Campus Modernization Plan outlines the United States Merchant Marine Academy's strategic direction for physical development over a 10-year horizon. It aims to provide a safe, secure, and sustainable campus environment, develop adaptable and modern real property, preserve historic character, and enhance the institutional legacy. The plan's vision is to create facilities that attract future leaders, support holistic development, and serve as a center of excellence for maritime innovation.
The meeting addressed key issues concerning the Academy's funding, operations, and accreditation. Discussions included a proposed charter amendment to formalize agenda-setting practices, the election of a vice chair, and updates on congressional resource allocation, specifically highlighting concerns about potential funding reductions. Significant attention was given to the Academy's upcoming Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) accreditation process, addressing past deficiencies and outlining ongoing efforts to improve student support, governance, and resource allocation. The meeting also covered updates on infrastructure projects, including Samuels Hall and Fulton/Gibbs Halls, and the need for additional staff and resources. Discussions included the importance of greater autonomy for Academy leadership, the athletics program's needs, admissions updates, and the Academy's efforts to improve diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The role of the EMBARC program in ensuring mariner safety was also highlighted, along with the need for improved technology and infrastructure.
Public-sector contacts connected to United States Merchant Marine Academy.
The Board of Visitors meeting covered administrative instructions, opening remarks, board business (minutes, charter, report, next meeting, elections), a USMMA update focusing on strategic priorities (infrastructure, education program, institutional culture, governance, leadership & accountability, communications & relationships, and athletics), a regimental update, and the superintendent's departure. Significant discussion points included infrastructure assistance from DOT/MARAD, using direct hire authority to fill project manager and contracting officer representative positions, and ongoing COVID-19 impacts on education, including base knowledge deficits and the implementation of a three-split academic program. The meeting also addressed institutional culture, including sexual assault awareness and prevention initiatives, and governance, leadership, and accountability updates.
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