Seeking 8(a) Contractor for USPTO Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Support Services via PTAG
ID: 272-0124Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: HUMAN RESOURCES (R431)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e4f93ce0361d475c8710b1ea437e550e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking qualified 8(a) contractors to provide support services for its Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) as outlined in a Sources Sought Notice. The procurement aims to gather market research to identify vendors capable of delivering tier-1 assistance for HRConnect, ensuring data quality, improving HR processes, and managing systems such as USA Staffing and E-Verify, along with ongoing updates and management of the OCAO and OHR websites. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the efficiency and quality of HR operations within the USPTO. Interested contractors must submit their responses by November 14, 2024, with questions due by November 7, 2024, to the designated contacts, Christopher Ward and Kendall Jones, via email.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christopher Ward
    Christopher.Ward@uspto.gov
    Kendall Jones
    kendall.jones1@uspto.gov
    Files
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    PTAG_OHR_RFI_HRIS SVCES_10-30-2024.pdf
    The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is exploring market interest for 8(a) Contractors to provide support services for its Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) as outlined in a Sources Sought Notice. This inquiry aims purely for market research, facilitating the identification of qualified vendors capable of fulfilling the agency's requirements detailed in the draft Statement of Work (SOW). The necessary support encompasses tier-1 assistance for HRConnect, adherence to data quality, improvements in HR processes, and management of associated systems such as USA Staffing and E-Verify. The contractor will also be tasked with ongoing updates and management of the OCAO and OHR websites, ensuring user compliance and engagement. Responses are invited from certified 8(a) Small Businesses, with an emphasis on detailing capabilities, past performance, and management structure. The deadline for questions is November 7th, 2024, followed by a response deadline of November 14th, 2024. This initiative exemplifies a strategic approach by the government to streamline human resources operations while involving qualified small business contractors to support efficiency and service quality within the organization.
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