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The contract opportunity titled "Inventor's Assistance Center (IAC) Services" is a presolicitation issued by the Department of Commerce, specifically the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), located in Alexandria, Virginia. It is identified as solicitation number ACQ-25-0296-PSN and was posted on November 21, 2024. This acquisition is set aside for 8(a) small business concerns, indicating that only businesses certified under the 8(a) Business Development program are eligible to compete. The service falls under the NAICS code 561499, which generally covers business support services. The contract aims to support the Inventor's Assistance Center, which provides guidance and support to inventors in navigating the patent process. The anticipated place of performance is Alexandria, VA. Interested parties can reach out to designated points of contact, Mike Spatuzzi and Kelly Gustafson, via email for additional information. This presolicitation is intended to facilitate qualified small businesses' participation in providing these essential services, enhancing access and assistance for inventors working with the USPTO.

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USPTO seeks 8(a) small business for Inventor’s Assistance Center support services in Alexandria, VA.

Agency

Department Of Commerce Pto

NAICS

561499 - All Other Business Support Services

Place of Performance

Alexandria, VA, USA

Set-Aside

8A

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USPTO Inventor’s Assistance Center Contact Center Support - 8(a) Small Business Set-Aside

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PostedNov 21

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Pto

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OfficeALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Pto

Office AddressALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

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Mike Spatuzzi

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Kelly Gustafson

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