USPTO Trademarks Word and Image Searching

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) requires an AI/ML-powered word and image search tool to enhance trademark clearance searches for both applicants and examining attorneys. This Statement of Work outlines the need for a FedRAMP certified SaaS solution that provides unlimited searches of the USPTO's trademark database. Key requirements include transparency and explainability of the AI/ML models in accordance with Executive Orders, robust functional and database capabilities for image and word searching (including non-Latin characters), and stringent privacy and cybersecurity measures. The vendor must meet specified service level agreements for system availability and responsiveness, provide comprehensive training, and deliver usage metrics. All vendor personnel with access to USPTO data must be US Citizens, and data must be hosted within the United States. The system must achieve Authority to Operate (ATO) approval before public release.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a Request for Information (RFI) for AI/ML-driven word and image searching tools to enhance its trademark application and examination process. The RFI seeks a FedRAMP-certified Software as a Service (SaaS) solution to improve the efficiency and accuracy of trademark searches, particularly for pictorial elements and non-Latin characters, which are currently challenging to process. This initiative aims to reduce

The USPTO Trademarks Word and Image Searching RFI addresses vendor questions regarding a new requirement for an AI-driven word and image search tool. The project is not related to a previous RFI from December 2019, and the estimated contract value will not be shared at this time. A key requirement is that the entire vendor solution must be FedRAMP certified by January 2026. The Statement of Work has been updated to correct references to Executive Orders 13960 and 14110, now aligning with EO 14179. The USPTO primarily seeks an API to integrate into its existing trademark search interface, rather than a new visual user interface. Vendors should ensure their solutions produce results comparable to the current system's performance using the USPTO's dataset.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking a vendor to provide an AI/ML-powered word and image search tool for trademarks. This tool will enable external customers and examining attorneys to search pending and registered trademarks using AI/ML technologies. The project requires a FedRAMP-certified SaaS solution that is scalable, transparent, and explainable, ensuring full algorithmic transparency and freedom from bias. The tool must offer unlimited searches, integrate with the USPTO's existing interface, and support various image formats and search functionalities, including non-Latin character recognition and natural-language descriptions. Key requirements include database access to newly filed applications, robust imaging features, design code integration, and adherence to strict privacy, data security, and cybersecurity standards. The vendor must provide a primary point of contact, customer service, and comply with specific Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for system availability and responsiveness. Deliverables include transition plans, a System Security and Privacy Plan (SSPP), and comprehensive training for USPTO users. The vendor is responsible for maintaining IT infrastructure, providing usage metrics, and securing an Authority to Operate (ATO) from the USPTO.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Trademarks Word and Image Searching. This RFI seeks to gather market research from vendors capable of providing a FedRAMP-certified Software as a Service (SaaS) Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) driven word and image search tool. The USPTO aims to enhance its existing trademark search system, which currently faces challenges with pictorial elements and non-Latin characters, by offering a service that can compare words and images against its database to provide relevant results. This is expected to improve application quality and reduce confusion-based refusals. The RFI outlines functional areas, including operating and maintaining IT infrastructure, providing usage data, and adhering to security and compliance standards. Only FedRAMP-certified vendors are eligible to respond. The RFI includes questionnaires covering corporate overview, prior experience, capabilities, and cost. Responses are due by December 15, 2025, and are for informational purposes only, not a solicitation for proposals. The USPTO plans to use an Alternative Competition Method, limiting future solicitations to a select number of qualified vendors.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking a vendor to provide an AI/ML-powered word and image search tool for trademarks. This tool will assist both external customers in clearance searches and examining attorneys in likelihood of confusion assessments. The vendor must provide a FedRAMP certified SaaS solution that integrates with the USPTO's existing search interface, offers transparent and explainable AI/ML capabilities, and complies with federal regulations like EOs 13960 and 14110. Key requirements include database access to all pending and registered trademarks, advanced imaging search functionalities (e.g., non-Latin character recognition, natural-language descriptions, color recognition), and detailed search design code capabilities. The contract includes a 12-month base period and two 12-month option periods, with an anticipated start date of January 30, 2026. Deliverables encompass transition plans, system security and privacy plans (SSPP), ATO achievement, training, and comprehensive usage metrics. Strict privacy, data security, and cybersecurity requirements, including NIST compliance and annual ATO re-authorization, are paramount. The system must meet high availability and responsiveness SLAs, with penalties for non-compliance.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking information for a potential Request For Information (RFI) for Trademarks Word and Image Searching. The USPTO aims to enhance its trademark search system by integrating Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) models. This initiative is intended to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of searching for word and image trademarks, particularly those with pictorial elements and non-Latin characters, which are currently time-consuming to process. The goal is to provide both applicants and examining attorneys with a tool that can compare words and images against existing trademarks, thereby increasing application quality and reducing confusion refusals. The RFI specifies that vendors must be FedRAMP certified and provide a Software as a Service (SaaS) AI/ML-driven search tool. Responses are due by December 15, 2025, and will be used for market research to identify eligible vendors for a potential alternative competition.