"Local Boat Manufacturer Demands Explanation as NY Chooses Washington State for Contract"

MetalCraft Marine, a local boat manufacturer in New York, is disappointed after the state awarded a contract to a company in Washington state instead of them. MetalCraft, which has experience building boats for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard, believes they are fully capable of meeting the state's specifications. State and local lawmakers are expressing their support for MetalCraft, highlighting that they had the lowest bid for the project. The company is seeking answers from the state as to why their bid was not accepted.