PTAG RFI: USPTO seeks Contractor to fabricate awards; certificates and medallions
The USPTO is conducting this PTAG sources-sought RFI under NAICS 339999/PSC 7690 for market research to identify small business contractors eligible for an alternative competition to manufacture, assemble, package, and directly ship employee non-monetary awards. The awards include Bronze Medal, Distinguished Career, Exceptional Career, Retirement Certificate, Directors Award, Length of Service, and Leadership in Action awards, ranging from framed certificates to lucite-encased medals and laser-etched crystal desktop awards. Estimated annual quantities are up to 450 Bronze Medals, 150 Distinguished Career Awards, 275 Exceptional Career Awards, 120 Retirement Certificates, 100 Directors Awards, 400 Leadership in Action Awards, and about 2,600 Length of Service Awards. Non-bid timing includes annual ceremonies typically in October for the Bronze Medal/Leadership in Action awards, June/July for Career Achievement awards, monthly Length of Service awards, and other awards ordered sporadically or upon retirement throughout the year. Responses should include a tailored capability statement, award photos/specs, relevant certifications, past performance, and customer contact information, with sample award photos attached to the RFI.