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Non-Patent Literature (NPL) Research and Retrieval

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Response Deadline11/10/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity involves providing Non-Patent Literature research and retrieval services to support prime contractors on projects for the US Patent and Trademark Office. The selected provider will be responsible for conducting targeted deep-web and database searches to locate scientific journals, technical manuals, conference proceedings, and white papers. These efforts must adhere to USPTO prior art standards and utilize a combination of proprietary technical databases, academic libraries, and digital archives to deliver relevant documentation in digital or physical formats. The project falls under NAICS code 519130 and is associated with the Department of Commerce. Interested parties should note that the response deadline is November 10, 2026, with the place of performance located in zip code 22313.

General Info

Non-Patent Literature research for USPTO projects. Deadline November 10, 2026. NAICS 519130.

Agency

Department Of Commerce → US Patent And Trademark Office

NAICS

519130 - Internet Publishing and Broadcasting and Web Search Portals

Place of Performance

VA, 22313, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of ACQ-27-0198.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Support USPTO Patent Examiners with Required Non-Patent Literature

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Timeline

PostedOct 26

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Response DeadlineNov 10

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11/10/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTCin 12 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce → US Patent And Trademark Office

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce → US Patent And Trademark Office

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Performs targeted searches and retrieves non-patent literature for prime contractors on USPTO projects. Conducts deep-web and database searches for scientific journals, technical manuals, conference proceedings, and white papers to support prior art search processes. Utilizes proprietary technical databases, academic libraries, and digital archives per USPTO prior art standards. Delivers digital or physical copies of relevant literature documents.

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