Notice of Intent to Sole Source Thomas Reuters Westlaw

The U. S. International Trade Commission (USITC or Commission), intends to solicit and award a contract to Thomas Reuters Westlaw under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

The USITC seeks the renewal of community wide subscription services that includes access to legal  databases on trade law, intellectual property law, administrative law, and legislative histories.  Westlaw provides legal researchers with access to exclusive resources, proprietary tools, and technology , such as; Authoritative content, Attorney-Editor Enhancements and Industry-Defining Technology.    The period of performance is anticipated to be 12 months, January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017 and four one-year option periods.

This announcement is not a request for competitive proposals.  A solicitation will not be available for this requirement.  The intent of this announcement is for informational purposes only.  However, any information received within five days after the posting date of this notice will be considered by the Government. Information may be sent to Terri Long-Miller, Contracting Specialist, at terri.long-miller@usitc.gov.  A determination by the Government not to compete this action is solely within the discretion of the Government.  Telephonic questions or requests are strongly discouraged.