76 -- NAUSPTO FEDLINK Chemical Abstract Services

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) plans to issue a Delivery Order under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement with Chemical Abstract Services (CAS) through an interagency agreement to maintain continued access to their databases. This access supports the USPTO's need for comprehensive chemical information to assist in patent examinations and will be maintained at the Alexandria, VA location until September 30, 2006. There is no new solicitation or contract award process involved in this arrangement, as it leverages prior agreements for efficiency. The contract relates to services classified under the NAICS code 511120, indicating it pertains to publishing and database services. The Department of Commerce oversees this contract, with the Office of the USPTO acting as the procurement entity. Ann F. Miller is listed as the contract specialist responsible for managing communications and administrative functions connected to this Delivery Order. The arrangement ensures continuous, uninterrupted access to essential chemical abstracts critical to the USPTO’s operations.