RFI for Ultrasound Inspection Equipment
ID: 3-19-2025Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7MV USPFO ACTIVITY AZ ARNGPHOENIX, AZ, 85008-3442, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

QUALITY CONTROL- MEASURING TOOLS (H152)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/85c35bba23904033af7aeaf84fc377be/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 20, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 20, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 18, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking information regarding Ultrasound Nondestructive Inspection Equipment tailored for multiple aircraft types through a Request for Information (RFI). The objective is to identify potential sources and capabilities that can meet specific inspection requirements, including modern systems capable of capturing, analyzing, and reporting defects in structural components, with features such as the ability to test composite materials and conduct inspections without surface stripping. This RFI is a preliminary step to assess available technology and does not initiate a contract or payment for responses; interested vendors should submit their Capability Statements and detailed descriptions of their systems to Dormey Blankmann at dormey.blankmann@us.af.mil by the specified deadline, with response documents limited to ten pages.

Point(s) of Contact
Dormey Blankmann
(520) 295-6835
dormey.blankmann@us.af.mil
Files
Title
Posted
Ultrasound Inspection Request For Information_RevA.pdf
Mar 20, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
The Air National Guard Readiness Center (ANGRC) is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding Ultrasound Nondestructive Inspection Equipment tailored for multiple aircraft types. The RFI aims to identify potential sources and capabilities that meet specific inspection requirements, including modern hardware/software systems capable of capturing, analyzing, and reporting defects in structural components. Desired features include the ability to perform various scan types, test composite materials, conduct inspections without surface stripping, and ensure user-friendliness and reliability in diverse operational environments. Interested vendors are invited to provide detailed descriptions of their systems, including specifications, certifications, and any unique capabilities. Response documents should be limited to ten pages and submitted to the provided contact by the deadline specified in the announcement. This RFI serves as a preliminary step to assess available technology rather than initiating a contract or payment for responses.
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