BOSS
Business Oriented Software Solutions (BOSS)
- Obligated to date
- $295.8M
- Task orders
- 25
- Contractors
- 5
- Ceiling
- $2 billion
Vehicle overview
The Business Oriented Software Solutions (BOSS) is a multiple-award IDIQ managed by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). It provides software development and systems support, primarily through Agile Teams, to digitally transform the agency's patent and trademark processes. The vehicle has a $2 billion ceiling and consists of five awardees.
The scope covers the development, modernization, enhancement, and operations of software systems. It includes prime small business holders such as RIVA Solutions.
Vehicle details
- Ordering period
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10 years (through May 1, 2032)
- Ceiling
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$2 billion
Where agencies spend through BOSS
See which agencies and types of work reported the most positive obligations through BOSS in the last 12 months.
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Department of Commerce
- Last 12mo obligations
- $100.9M
- Last 12mo awards
- 15
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Department of Commerce
- Last 12mo obligations
- $21.9M
- Last 12mo awards
- 2
Coverage period Jul 28, 2025–Jul 27, 2026
BOSS contract holders
| Contractor | Obligated | Task orders |
|---|---|---|
| HALVIK, LLC | $123.3M | 10 |
| SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | $94.1M | 5 |
| STEAMPUNK, INC. | $29.6M | 5 |
| RIVA SOLUTIONS INC | $25.2M | 2 |
| BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | $23.6M | 3 |
NAICS coverage
Frequently asked questions
- What is BOSS?
- The Business Oriented Software Solutions (BOSS) is a multiple-award IDIQ managed by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). It provides software development and systems support, primarily through Agile Teams, to digitally transform the agency's patent and trademark processes. The vehicle has a $2 billion ceiling and consists of five awardees.
- Which agency manages BOSS?
- Business Oriented Software Solutions (BOSS) is a IDIQ managed by U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
- What can agencies acquire through BOSS?
- The scope covers the development, modernization, enhancement, and operations of software systems. It includes prime small business holders such as RIVA Solutions.
- How much has been obligated through BOSS?
- $295.8M has been obligated across 25 task orders.
- Which agencies use BOSS?
- In the 12 months ending July 27, 2026, agencies with reported awards through BOSS included the Department of Commerce. The Department of Commerce reported $100.9M in positive obligations for Computer Systems Design Services (NAICS 541512). The Department of Commerce reported $21.9M in positive obligations for Other Computer Related Services (NAICS 541519). Figures use reported USAspending award data.
- How many contractors hold BOSS?
- 5 contractors hold a position on BOSS.
- What is the contract ceiling of BOSS?
- BOSS has a program ceiling of $2 billion.
- Is BOSS active?
- Yes, BOSS is currently active (ordering period: 10 years (through May 1, 2032)).
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