Borescopes

The Department of the Air Force United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa is procuring two specialized video borescope units through solicitation FA558725Q0052 for the inspection of Pratt & Whitney F100-220/229 jet engines. The borescopes must meet extensive technical specifications including 720p screen quality, 160GB internal storage, voice control capabilities, 12-inch rigidizer with gripper, four 6mm interchangeable video probe cables, and advanced measurement features such as 3D phase measurement and AI-powered blade damage detection software. Vendors must maintain active System for Award Management (SAM) accounts and provide NATO Commercial and Government Entity (NCAGE) numbers, with technical documentation limited to 20 pages. The evaluation will be conducted using a best value approach considering both price and technical capability as primary factors. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by 13:00 BST on July 21, 2025, with quotes due by 13:00 BST on August 7, 2025, and vendors must hold their pricing for 60 calendar days.

This is a firm-fixed price procurement with no small business set-aside designation due to the overseas performance location at RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom. The solicitation specifically references Waygate Technology borescopes or equivalent products, indicating familiarity with established market solutions for this specialized equipment requirement. While specific award values are not disclosed in the available documentation, the procurement involves sophisticated inspection equipment with comprehensive warranty packages including one-year coverage for systems and batteries, three-year coverage for light sources, plus a two-year program encompassing preventative maintenance, repair services, and annual training events. The borescope systems must be delivered to Building 1273 at RAF Lakenheath and will be utilized by the 48th Component Maintenance Squadron for critical engine inspection operations. The technical requirements emphasize portability, cybersecurity compliance, and operational flexibility with specifications for battery life, data transfer capabilities, and network isolation features.