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Communication Services

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ACQ-26-0314Federal

Submission Closed10/06/2025, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The Department of Commerce's Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking to utilize the Alternative Competition Method in accordance with the Patent and Trademark Office Acquisition Guidelines and the Patent and Trademark Office Efficiency Act, specifically 35 U.S.C. 2(b)(4)(A). The solicitation, titled "Communication Services," was posted on October 6, 2025, with a response deadline set for the same day at 21:00 UTC. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 541820, which pertains to specialized design services, and is being conducted as a sources sought notice, indicating an early market research phase rather than a formal solicitation. The contract is to be performed in Alexandria, Virginia, and the agency's primary point of contact is the USPTO, accessible via email at [email hidden]. Additional details and updates can be viewed through the provided link on SAM.gov. The overarching goal of this procurement process is to gather industry input on potential providers capable of delivering communication services, with an emphasis on understanding market capabilities and capacity. The references to related documents, including a DLA Troop Support notice for Unitized Group Rations, suggest an emphasis on responsive supply chain solutions for contingency and emergency needs, although these are separate from the primary USPTO contract. The process underscores the agency’s intent to leverage alternative competition methods to efficiently identify qualified vendors, ensuring the procurement aligns with statutory guidelines and enhances operational effectiveness.

General Info

USPTO seeks qualified vendors for public relations services, deadline October 6, 2025, Alexandria VA.

Agency

Department Of Commerce Pto

NAICS

541820 - Public Relations Agencies

Place of Performance

Alexandria, VA, 22314, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Exhibit 3 - Clauses

specifications

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FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions (JAN 2025)

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USPTO OUS Communication Services Statement of Work

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Communication Services Support Sources Sought Notice (ACQ-260314)

4 pages · sources-sought

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USPTO Non-Disclosure Agreement (Form USPTO-OP-114.v2.0)

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PhaseClosed

PostedOct 6

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineOct 6

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

10/06/2025, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Pto

Contacts2 people available

OfficeALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Commerce Pto

Office AddressALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

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USPTO

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USPTO

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Full Description

The Government intends utilizing the Alternative Competition Method in accordance with the Patent and Trademark Office Acquisition Guidelines (PTAG) 6.1.1 and the Patent and Trademark Office Efficiency Act 35 U.S.C. 2(b)(4)(A). Please refer to the attached Sources Sought Notice and associated documents for more information.