USPTO PTAG 6.1.1 Sources Sought: Professional Services and Information Management System Support (DPPS)
ID: 25-ACQ-0515Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFUS PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICEDEPT OF COMMERCE PTOALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1d18dcb0e8ce4ed6ac1d3c05a240abd1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking qualified small business contractors to provide professional services and information management system support under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for a term of up to five years. The procurement focuses on Document Services Program Support, specifically for the Records Program Office (RPO) and Public Records Division (PRD), which includes managing patent and trademark records, ensuring efficient customer service, and maintaining compliance with federal regulations. Interested firms must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and relevant experience in similar government functions, with responses due by June 18, 2025, to the primary contacts, Kendall Jones and Christopher Ward, via email.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kendall Jones
    kendall.jones1@uspto.gov
    Christopher Ward
    Christopher.Ward@uspto.gov
    Files
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    USPTO PTAG 6.1.1_Sources Sought_ACQ-25-0515kj.docx
    The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) seeks to gather market research through a Sources Sought Notice for Document Services Program Support. The aim is to identify qualified small business contractors to provide professional services and information management system support under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for a term of up to five years. This encompasses services related to the Records Program Office (RPO) and Public Records Division (PRD), focusing on managing patent and trademark records while ensuring efficient customer service and compliance with federal regulations. Key tasks include document tracking, order processing, and operational support, with an emphasis on maintaining high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction. The document outlines specific requirements, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience in supporting similar government functions. Interested firms must submit a capability statement and relevant details by the specified deadlines, acknowledging that this notice is purely for market research, not a solicitation.
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