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USPTO Should Strengthen Its Planning and Oversight of Patent Data Capture Contracts to Manage Risks and Prevent Unnecessary Costs
| Date Issued | August 16, 2022 |
|---|---|
| Report Number | OIG-22-028-A |
| Report Type | Audits / Evaluations |
| Description |
Our audit found that USPTO did not fully comply with requirements when awarding and overseeing Patent Data Capture contracts. USPTO’s acquisition planning was ineffective, and it did not adequately manage contract risks, inspect deliverables, and address contractor security issues. |
| View Report | OIG-22-028-A.pdf |
| View Abstract | OIG-22-028-A_Abstract.pdf |
| View Announcement | Announcement_-_Audit-of-USPTOs-Oversight-of-Patent-Data-Capture-Contracts.pdf |
