Opportunity
SAM #FA558726Q0026
U.S. Air Force Solicitation for F35 FOD Retrieval Kit and Borescope (Waygate Technologies or Equal)
Buyer
48th Fighter Wing
Posted
July 08, 2026
Respond By
July 22, 2026
Identifier
FA558726Q0026
NAICS
336413, 334511, 811219
This procurement opportunity is issued by the U.S. Air Force, 48th Contracting Squadron at RAF Lakenheath, UK, for a specialized FOD (Foreign Object Debris) Retrieval Kit tailored for F35 aircraft maintenance. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, 48th Contracting Squadron, RAF Lakenheath, UK - OEMs and Vendors: - Waygate Technologies (specified as brand name or equal) - Products Requested: - Mentor Visual IQ+ Pro Video Borescope (Waygate Technology or equal) - 1 unit - Includes 4.0mm x 3m probe, 4-way articulating 2m guide tube, 2mm and 1.4mm custom large oval snare working tools - Integrated 6.5 inch LCD touchscreen, 160GB memory, 2-hour Li-Ion battery - Accessories: handset holder mount kit, neck strap, rigidizer, gripper - AI software for blade damage detection - MIL-STD-810G and MIL-STD-461G compliance - MViQ + F35 AME FOD Retrieval Kit (1 unit) - Services Requested: - 2-year maintenance and training program - Includes 1 preventative maintenance, 1 repair, five training events, and rental credit for use during maintenance or repair - At least annual training for operation and care of the borescope - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Brand name or equal requirement for Waygate Technology Mentor Visual IQ+ Pro - Warranty: 1 year for system and batteries, 3 years for light sources - Delivery to RAF Lakenheath, UK - Compliance with military standards (MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461G) - Custom snare tools and AI software for enhanced F35 fuel tank inspection
Description
48 CMS is in need of a FOD Retieval Kit.