Attachment 2-Part12 Combined-Synopsis-Solicitation_1161796_Services To Docket Pay Annuities.pdf

Attachment 2 - Request For Quote 1232SA26Q0092 - Services To Docket & Pay Annuities For Patents

Part 12 Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Header Information

Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Related Notice: N/A

Title: Services To Docket & Pay Annuities For Patents

Notice ID: 1232SA26Q0092

Federal Organization: ARS-12344N

General Information

Date offers are due: 02/06/2026

Time Offers are due: 10:00 AM EST.

Inactive Policy: 15 Days after date offers are due

Initiative: None

Do you want to enable an interested Vendors List for this notice? Yes

Do you want to allow other vendors to view the Interested Vendors List? Yes

Classification

Original/Updated Set-Aside: No Set Aside Used

Product Service Code: R408

NAICS Code: 541990

Place of Performance Location:

Country: USA (Virtual)

Zip: 20705 City: Beltsville State: MD

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

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Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0092 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Virtual Services to Docket & Pay Annuities for United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Office of Technology Transfer (OTT).

This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 541990 The small business size standard is $19.50 This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency.

See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.

NOTICE FOR FILING AGENCY PROTESTS

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Ombudsman Program

The USDA is committed to issuing solicitations and awarding contracts in a fair and prompt manner.

The Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) was established to address protest issues within the agency, providing an alternative to costly and time-consuming litigation. Operating independently, OPAP offers relief comparable to that granted by the Government Accountability Office (GAO). Interested parties are encouraged to resolve concerns through USDA’s internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums such as the GAO.

Concerns may be addressed informally or through a formal agency protest filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman.

Informal Forum with the Ombudsman

1. Initial Point of Contact: Interested parties who believe a specific USDA procurement is unfair or otherwise defective should first direct their concerns to the applicable Contracting Officer.

2. Escalation: If the Contracting Officer is unable to address their concerns, interested parties are encouraged to contact the USDA Ombudsman for Agency Protests. Under this informal process, the agency is not required to suspend contract award performance. Utilization of the informal forum does not suspend any time requirement for filing a formal protest with the agency or other forums.

3. Required Information: To ensure a timely response, interested parties should provide the following information to the Ombudsman: solicitation/contract number, contracting office, Contracting Officer, and solicitation closing date (if applicable).

Formal Agency Protest with the Ombudsman

1. Effort to Resolve: Prior to submitting a formal agency protest, protesters must first use their best efforts to resolve their concerns with the Contracting Officer through open and frank discussions.

Attachment 2 - Request For Quote

Part 12 Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

2. Independent Review: If the protester’s concerns remain unresolved, an Independent Review is available by the Ombudsman. The protester may file a formal agency protest with either the Contracting Officer or, alternatively, with the Ombudsman under the OPAP program. Contract awards or performance will be suspended during the protest period unless justified in writing for urgent and compelling reasons or determined in writing to be in the best interest of the Government.

3. Resolution Timeline: The agency’s goal is to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from the date of filing.

4. Required Information: Protests shall include the information set forth in FAR 33.104(a)(3).

Failure to submit the required information may result in a delay or dismissal of the protest.

5. Timeliness: Protests must be filed within the timeframes specified in FAR 33.104.

6. Submission: Formal protests under the OPAP program should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.

Election of Forum. By initiating a protest with the USDA, the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or any other external forum while the agency protest is pending. If a protest is filed externally, the agency protest will be dismissed.

Attachments

• Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions

• Attachment 2 - Part 12 Combined Synopsis Solicitation

• Attachment 3 - SOW (Statement of Work)

• Attachment 4 - Past Performance Questionnaire

• Attachment 5 - Vendor’s Questions

• Attachment 6 - Due Date List Report Annuities (Excel Spreadsheet) Contact Information

Primary Point of Contact: Tucker Davis - tucker.davis@usda.gov

Attachment 2 - Request For Quote

Part 12 Combined Synopsis/Solicitation