Z -- Data Center and Emerging Technologies Lab

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office intends to procure operations and maintenance services for the USPTO Data Center and Emerging Technologies Lab. This non-competitive action will be processed in accordance with FAR 6.302-1 (Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements). Consolidate Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Charles E. Smith, Inc., the landlord of Crystal Park 2. CESI has proprietary interests in this maintenance and is by agreement the only vendor able to provide this service. At this time, the USPTO is renewing 1 year of operations support and maintenance. The USPTO intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order in accordance with Simplified Acquisition Procedures. This is NOT a formal solicitation. The point of contact for information regarding this synopsis is Mr. Brendon Johnson (703) 305-8146. See Note 22.