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PTAG RFI: USPTO Seeking Emergency Management Specialists/Continuity of Operations (COOP) Support Services

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ACQ-26-0982Federal

Submission Closed05/08/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a PTAG Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) aimed at gathering market research on providers capable of delivering Emergency Management Specialists and Continuity of Operations (COOP) Subject Matter Experts, along with a Project Manager. The goal is to update and bring USPTO's COOP Plan and Program into compliance with the updated Federal Continuity Directives released in 2024. This RFI is strictly for planning purposes and is not a solicitation or a commitment by the Government. The information gathered will help USPTO identify qualified contractors who may later be invited to participate in an alternative competition under the PTAG guidelines, specifically under NAICS code 541990 for professional, scientific, and technical services. Interested firms are requested to submit detailed capability statements showcasing their experience, certifications, organizational structure, and any past performance with similar government or civilian projects. Responses should also indicate any proposed subcontracting or teaming arrangements. All questions regarding the RFI were due by April 29, 2026, and responses must be received by May 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET via email or the eBUY system. The government will consider late submissions at its discretion. This RFI emphasizes that no binding contracts will result from responses, and all response costs are borne by the contractors. The point of contact for submission and inquiries includes USPTO representatives Roy Pitman and Kendall Jones.

General Info

USPTO seeks Emergency Management, COOP experts, and Project Manager for Federal Continuity Plan update.

Agency

Department Of Commerce Pto

NAICS

541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

VA, 22314, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

(3)

Q&A for USPTO COOP RFI

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PWS_ACQ-26-0982+for+EMS-COOP+RFI_abbreviated.pdf

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ACQ-26-0982+_COOP+PTAG+RFI_FINAL.pdf

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Timeline

1 update

PhaseClosed

PostedMay 4

Sources Sought

Amendment 1May 4

Contract was updated

Response DeadlineMay 8

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/08/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Pto

Contacts2 people available

OfficeALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Commerce Pto

Office AddressALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314, USA

Contacts

Roy Pitman

contact@example.gov

Kendall Jones

contact@example.gov

Full Description

5/4/26/- AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

1) Attached are the answers to the question received by respondents by 4/29/26

2) The Deadline for Responses has been changed to Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET.

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THIS IS A PTAG SOURCES SOUGHT REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY.

This PTAG 6.1.1 Sources Sought (request for information) Notice (RFI) is strictly for market research ONLY. It is for informational and planning purposes and shall NOT be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government at this time.

PTAG

The Government contemplates utilizing 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). This Sources sought notice is intended as preliminary market information gathering which the USPTO will use to determine which contractor(s) is/are the most likely to successfully meet the agency’s needs and are thereby eligible to participate in an alternative competition. As a result of this market research, the solicitation will only be issued to those qualified contractor(s) that are deemed most likely to successfully meet the agency’s requirement as stated below.

This RFI is being made available under NAICS 541990 – All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services and PSC R499 -Support—Professional: Other

Purpose of this Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)

The purpose of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) Request for Information (RFI) is to educate USPTO about the capabilities and offerings of commercial sources to offer:

A team of Emergency Management Specialists/Continuity of Operations (COOP) Subject Matter Experts and 1 Project Manager that will update USPTO's COOP Plan and Program from its current state to where it adheres to all aspects of the recently updated Federal Continuity Directives that were released in 2024, bringing USPTO into compliance.

The responses to this RFI should provide USPTO management with an understanding of each firms experience and the range of services provided. This will allow USPTO management to conduct thorough market research, identify suitable providers, and make informed decisions.

Please review the attached Abridged Performance Work Statement (PWS) for more detailed information about this requirement.

HOW TO RESPOND TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

All interested contractors should provide the following information in their response via e-mail to the contacts listed below:

Your contractor name, address, SAM UEI, point of contact information, email, phone, website address.
Your FSS Schedule contract number (Only if applicable).
Any relevant certifications or other relevant authorizations
Information about your firm’s ability to meet the requirement stated above

Please provide a tailored capability statement addressing the particulars of this effort, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability.
If subcontracting or teaming arrangements are anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements
Past Performance – If applicable, please provide info on previous awards including a short description where similar services were provided.
- Please provide civilian customer/Government Agency contact information including: contact name and organization, telephone number, and email address.

QUESTIONS

Questions regarding this RFI are due no later than Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET and are to be submitted via eBUY and/or email to Kendall.jones1@uspto.gov and Roy.pitman@uspto.gov

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

DEADLINE:

Responses are due no later than Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET and are to be submitted via eBUY and/or email to Kendall.jones1@uspto.gov and Roy.pitman@uspto.gov

Late responses may be considered at the government’s discretion.

Disclaimer: This PTAG Sources Sought Request For Information (RFI) notice is issued solely for Market Research information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled in accordance with procurement integrity requirements. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.