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Patent Prosecution and Filing Services

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Response Deadline11/11/2028, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract for Patent Prosecution and Filing Services supports the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division within the Department of Defense. The selected provider will be responsible for the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent applications for prime contractors, which includes drafting claims, performing prior art searches, and responding to USPTO office actions. Key deliverables include filed applications, approved patent grants, and detailed prosecution reports. The opportunity is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541110, with performance located in Indian Head, Virginia. To be eligible, providers must employ Registered Patent Attorneys or Patent Agents authorized to practice before the USPTO. The contract was posted on February 18, 2026, with a response deadline of November 11, 2028.

General Info

Small business subcontract for patent prosecution and filing services supporting NSWC Indian Head.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Nswc Indian Head Division

NAICS

541110 - Offices of Lawyers

Place of Performance

Indian Head, MD, 20640, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of N0017424SN0030.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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BPA - SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PATENT AND TRADEMARK PSC R498

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PostedFeb 18

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Response DeadlineNov 11

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Response Deadline

11/11/2028, 05:00:00 AM UTCin about 2 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Indian Head Division

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Indian Head Division

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Performs the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent applications for prime contractors on Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Indian Head Division projects. Drafts patent claims, conducts prior art searches, and responds to USPTO office actions. Requires Registered Patent Attorneys or Patent Agents authorized to practice before the USPTO. Delivers filed patent applications, approved patent grants, and prosecution reports.

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