Cielo Ibarra

Cielo Ibarra supports the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s procurement mission by managing acquisitions critical to modernizing the nation’s intellectual property infrastructure. Though her official title is not specified, her role centers on overseeing technology-driven contracts that enhance digital examination systems, secure IP data repositories, and improve public access to patent and trademark databases. She handles a range of IT and systems integration procurements, primarily in software development, system design, and hardware procurement, aligning with USPTO’s strategic goals of technological modernization and operational efficiency. Ibarra maintains a consistent working relationship with IP.COM I, LLC, and Innovative Transducer Implementation, LLC, both of which provide specialized technology solutions tailored to USPTO’s unique examination and data management needs. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in patent system integration and enterprise software services. These partnerships are characterized by repeat engagements and long-term performance-based delivery, indicating a focus on reliability, technical depth, and mission-critical system support. Her procurement portfolio reflects a strong emphasis on open competition, with 94.1% of awards issued without set-asides, indicating a preference for best-value, non-reserved acquisitions. Nevertheless, she consistently allocates 5.9% of awards to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to small business participation without compromising technical requirements. Ibarra’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting a heavy reliance on custom software development, system architecture, and IT consulting. She also frequently procures through NAICS 423430 for commercial-grade computer hardware and software distribution, underscoring her technical domain expertise in enterprise IT infrastructure, digital examination platforms, and secure data management systems essential to USPTO’s mission.