CPC Classification Quality Assurance & Error Auditing

The contract requires independent auditing of reclassified patent documents to verify adherence to the USPTO’s strict 10 percent maximum error rate threshold for CPC classifications. The work involves systematic review of patent document classifications to identify, quantify, and report defects, with a focus on detecting patterns and trends in classification errors over time. Deliverables include detailed defect trend reports that enable the USPTO to monitor quality improvements and implement corrective actions where necessary. The contract is a subcontract under NAICS code 541611, issued by the Department of Commerce’s Patent and Trademark Office, with performance located in Alexandria, Virginia, at the agency's primary facility. The solicitation was posted on June 18, 2026, and responses are due by July 7, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. The work is critical to maintaining the integrity of the patent classification system and ensuring accurate indexing of technical subject matter within the USPTO’s database.