Online Legal Research Tools

The Wisconsin Online Legal Research Tools state-wide contract provides comprehensive digital legal research and investigative platforms for state agencies, municipalities, and University of Wisconsin campuses. The vehicle offers access to robust online databases and research tools, including Westlaw services, CLEAR investigative tools, and HighQ legal operations platforms. Agencies can procure a range of content packages spanning Wisconsin-specific legal materials, national legal databases, court documents, statutes, regulations, and investigative resources. The contract enables flexible service options with tiered pricing structures, including State Core and National Core packages, as well as supplementary investigative and case management systems.

The multi-award vehicle is administered by the Wisconsin Department of Administration and features two primary vendors: Thomson Reuters (West Publishing) and Lexis Nexis. The initial contract term runs from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, with four potential one-year renewals. Thomson Reuters' contract (505ENT-M24-ONLEGALTOOL-01) and Lexis Nexis' contracts (505ENT-M24-ONLEGALTOOL-02 and 505ENT-M24-ONLEGALTOOL-03) cover statewide geographical regions. Pricing varies by package, with first-year rates ranging from $71.50 to $116 per user monthly, and annual price increases of 5-7% built into the multi-year pricing structure. The contract includes specific security requirements and data protection measures, reflecting the sensitive nature of legal and investigative research materials.