B-1 Borescope

SOL #: FA8125-26-Q-0044Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8125 AFSC PZIMA
TINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, United States

Place of Performance

S Coffeyville, OK

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

PSC

Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components And Accessories (6650)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 9, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 16, 2026, 5:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of the Air Force (FA8125 AFSC PZIMA) is soliciting proposals for the procurement of B-1 Borescopes under a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The primary deliverable involves two (2) Waygate Technologies MViQ+ Enhance Borescopes kits or equal, meeting detailed technical specifications and MIL-STD compliance. Quotations are due by April 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time.

Scope of Work

This opportunity requires the provision of two (2) borescope kits, each including:

  • Interchangeable probes (4mm and 6mm sizes), each with at least one forward view and one side view tip.
  • Minimum Field of View (FOV) of 100 degrees (standard tip) and 50/50 FOV (stereo probes).
  • Probe cable length of approximately 2 meters.
  • Internal storage of at least 32 gigabytes.
  • Handheld unit with ergonomic pistol grip and joystick for probe articulation.
  • Interchangeable battery and charging set, or direct 110 volts AC power.
  • A portable carry-on case (total weight 20-25 lbs) with specific features like a telescoping pole kit, shoulder strap, rigid sleeve, and aircraft mounting options.
  • LCD screen with at least WVGA or XVGA resolution (minimum 4 inches diagonally) and 5x minimum zoom.
  • Data transfer capability to external media.
  • Full 360-degree probe articulation.

All items must comply with MIL-STD-810H (specific paragraphs listed) or equivalent MIL-STD-810G paragraphs. Packaging must follow commercial best practices, with specific requirements for larger shipments (skidded crates/palletized, marked "NOT FOR OUTSIDE STORAGE"). Unique Item Identification (UII) is required per DFARS Clause 252.211-7003.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
  • Product Service Code: 6650 (Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components And Accessories)
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • NAICS Code: 334519 (600 employees size standard)
  • Delivery Date: On or before August 14, 2026
  • Quotation Due: April 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time
  • Published Date: April 9, 2026
  • Administering Office: Tinker AFB, OK

Evaluation

This acquisition will be conducted under FAR Part 12 procedures. Award will be made to the vendor with the lowest total evaluated price (TEP) whose quotation conforms to all solicitation requirements. Price is the only evaluated factor. The government reserves the right to waive informalities and minor irregularities and intends to award without interchanges, though it may conduct them if necessary.

Additional Notes

The Contracting Officer, Sheridan Robison (sheridan.robison@us.af.mil), is the sole point of contact. An Ombudsman has been appointed to address vendor concerns. Offerors must provide a list of all items included in each kit and specify MIL-SPEC compliance.

People

Points of Contact

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Posted: Apr 9, 2026
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