Patent Prosecution and Portfolio Management Services

This contract seeks to procure patent prosecution and portfolio management services specifically tailored for government-developed technologies. The scope of work includes drafting patent applications, responding to office actions from patent offices, conducting prior art searches, and managing comprehensive patent portfolios. These services aim to support and protect intellectual property assets within the Department of Defense. The contract is a subcontract with a total small business set-aside designation under the SBA, aligning with FAR 19.5 requirements to promote small business participation. It is issued by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division, with the place of performance located in Indian Head, Maryland, ZIP code 20640. The solicitation was posted in February 2026, with proposals due by November 11, 2028. The relevant NAICS code for this contract is 541699, which covers all other professional, scientific, and technical services.