F-35 AME FOD Retrieval Kit Supply

The contract entails the supply of a custom FOD retrieval tool designed specifically for the F-35 AME program, featuring a 2mm diameter large oval snare attached to a 3-meter articulating guide tube, engineered for seamless integration with existing borescope systems to extract debris from fuel tanks. The tool is precision-built to meet rigorous operational demands, ensuring effective removal of foreign object debris without compromising the integrity of sensitive internal components. This specialized equipment is critical for maintaining aircraft safety and mission readiness by enabling non-invasive debris clearance in hard-to-reach areas. The solicitation was posted on July 8, 2026, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026, and is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 332999, indicating it falls under other miscellaneous fabricated metal product manufacturing. The contracting activity is under the Department of Defense, specifically the FA5587 48 Cons administrative office, with performance expected to occur in Brandon. Although no set-aside designation or point of contact is provided, the placement of performance and the nature of the item suggest the end user is a military maintenance or logistics unit involved in F-35 aircraft sustainment operations.