National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) Program
A groundbreaking government shipbuilding initiative awarded a Vessel Construction Management contract to TOTE Services for the construction of five vessels that support training and humanitarian response.
NSMV: Pioneering The Future of Government Shipbuilding
This program set a new standard for government shipbuilding by integrating commercial innovation with federal needs—delivering state-of-the-art vessels faster, more efficiently, and at lower cost. It not only supports the next generation of mariners but also strengthens national readiness with ships purpose-built for both training and critical humanitarian response.
Accelerated Vessel Production and Delivery Time
The first three of five NSMV ships have been delivered, with best-in-class cost and schedule performance.
Streamlined Commercial Shipyard Selection Process
We have experience working with nearly every commercial shipyard in the U.S.
Extensive Commercial Shipbuilding Supply Chain Network
Our partners around the U.S. allow for quick part delivery and efficient timelines.
Improved Schedule and Budget Planning Certainty
The Empire State was delivered in 41 months, within 1% of the baseline cost.
Vessel Design Review & Plan Approval
The Empire State was delivered in 41 months, within 1% of the baseline cost.
Full-Service Project Management Capabilities
Our construction oversight mitigates wasted cost and schedule overruns.
Maker’s List And Vendor Selection Provided
Working with over 21 states across the U.S. to provide goods and services.
Vessel Cybersecurity Support for Government Vessels
We use industry and classification society guidelines and achieved ATO using the NIST 800-53 controls.
State-of-the-Art NSMV Fleet
for a Stronger, Technologically Advanced, and More Resilient Future
The NSMV award highlights the depth of expertise and operational strength TOTE Services brings to fulfilling the mission of delivering complex first in class vessels for the United States. The partnership between TOTE Services, the United States Government, commercial shipbuilding, and academia is delivering modern, purpose-built ships that strengthen the future of maritime education, enhance our national security, and support humanitarian efforts around the globe.
- Highly-Functional National Asset Enhancing Maritime Security
- World-Class Educational Vessels Training The Next Generation
- Roll-On & Roll-Off Ramp & Container Capabilities
- Dedicated, one of a kind Training Bridge & Navigation Lab
Building The NSMV Fleet
In September 2023, the first National Security Multi-Mission Vessel, Empire State, was delivered in 41 months for the State University of New York Maritime Academy. Next, the Patriot State was delivered in September 2024 for Massachusetts Maritime Academy then the State of Maine for Maine Maritime Academy, Lone Star State for Texas A&M University Maritime Academy and the final national security vessel of this class, the Golden State, will be delivered for California State Maritime Academy between 2025 and 2027 respectively.
Training the Next Generation of U.S. Mariners
Each NSMV provides a premier maritime learning environment at sea for state maritime academies that graduate over half of the nation’s new merchant marine officers each year. The vessels have extensive instructional spaces, a fully equipped training bridge, and accommodations for up to 600 cadets.
Critical Assets for Emergency Response
The NSMV ships are fully equipped to support national security and emergency response. Their design allows for rapid deployment, flexible cargo handling, and the transport of critical supplies and personnel. The medical facilities onboard and aerial delivery operations can quickly transition the vessel for emergency response.
MARAD Press Release Highlights
TOTE Services NSMV in the Media
Read about the NSMV program captured by the media, and how TOTE Services has delivered on-time and on-target with our Vessel Construction Management team and services.
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