Handheld X-Ray Scanners to Improve Seaport and Airport Inspections

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs is forecasting the procurement of handheld X-ray scanners to enhance counter-narcotics inspection capabilities for Colombia’s Anti-Narcotics Directorate DIRAN. These devices will be deployed at key seaports and airports across Colombia to improve the detection of illicit drugs and prohibited goods during customs and security screenings. The equipment is intended to support operational effectiveness in high-traffic transit hubs where traditional inspection methods are inadequate, enabling faster, safer, and more accurate detection without disrupting legitimate commerce. The procurement is aligned with broader U.S. counternarcotics assistance efforts in the region and targets modernization of Colombia’s interdiction infrastructure. The contract opportunity falls under NAICS code 334519, which covers other electronic instrument manufacturing, and is managed by the Department of State with a primary place of performance in Bogotá. Point of contact for procurement inquiries is Jamillah Timmons, with Tyler Sinclair available as the Small Business Specialist to assist qualified small businesses seeking participation. Although no solicitation number or set-aside details are provided, the forecast indicates preparatory steps toward a future competitive acquisition, with interest expected from manufacturers of portable, durable, and radiologically safe X-ray inspection systems capable of operating in high-ambient-temperature and high-humidity environments common in Colombian port and airport settings.