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The contract pertains to the procurement of OHR Management Research services, utilizing an Alternative Competition Method as outlined in the Patent and Trademark Office Acquisition Guidelines and the Patent and Trademark Office Efficiency Act. The solicitation, identified by the number CAOP1501739, was posted on September 14, 2015, under the NAICS code 541612, which corresponds to administrative management and general management consulting services. The Department of Commerce’s Patent and Trademark Office, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is the contracting agency responsible for this requirement. This procurement emphasizes efficiency and innovation in contract acquisition, reflecting the specialized nature of the Office of Human Resources management research needed. The point of contact for this solicitation is Paul M. Zorch, reachable via email, ensuring direct communication for inquiries related to the contract. The contract underscores the agency's commitment to leveraging alternative methods to secure expert management research services to improve organizational effectiveness.

General Info

Procurement of OHR Management Research via Alternative Competition, Patent Office, solicitation CAOP1501739.

Agency

Department Of Commerce Pto

NAICS

541612 - Human Resources Consulting Services

Place of Performance

VA

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PostedSep 14

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Pto

Contacts1 person available

OfficeALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Pto

Office AddressALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

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Paul M. Zorch

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The subject requirement is being procured using the Alternative Competition Method in accordance with the Patent and Trademark Office Acquisition Guidelines (PTAG) and the Patent and Trademark Office Efficiency Act 35 U.S.C. 2(b)(4)(A).

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