Attachment 09 - Link to Patent Classifications and Definitions.docx

This document outlines a federal contract opportunity for patent data and document management services. The United States Patent and Trademark Office seeks a contractor to perform indexing and scanning of all paper patent application documents, quality review of electronically filed documents, data capture and composition of patent applications for publication and issuance of patents. Key requirements include front-end processing, pre-grant publication, post-allowance activities, and post-issuance services such as composition of certificates of correction and patent miscellaneous certificates. The contractor must comply with statutory publication and granting requirements as well as technical quality standards. Deliverables are due on a weekly basis according to production schedules, with publication Thursdays and issue Tuesdays as primary deadlines.