This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only, not a solicitation for bids. The Maritime Administration (MARAD) seeks to identify qualified small businesses to provide vessel surveys, appraisals, and maritime technical support services for the Title XI Federal Ship Financing Program. Services may include condition surveys, valuation reports, technical inspections, risk analysis, and compliance reviews for commercial vessels and maritime assets. The government is particularly interested in firms with expertise in commercial vessels, ship financing, marine engineering, and asset valuation. No budget amounts or performance location are specified in this notice.