24-MH DD Westlaw SP w SS Cond

This state and local contracting opportunity from the State of Illinois is a small purchase with sole source conditions for the procurement of licenses for Westlaw legal research software. The contract is scheduled to be awarded on October 23, 2023, with a due date for responses on October 23, 2023. The contract will require the successful vendor to provide the specified Westlaw software licenses, which are necessary for the state to maintain access to critical legal research capabilities. There are no explicit evaluation criteria provided, but the sole source nature of the procurement indicates this is likely a specialized requirement where the state has deemed Westlaw the only suitable solution.

The contract does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The state's standard terms and conditions, as well as required certifications, will apply to this procurement. These terms cover a wide range of requirements related to compliance with environmental regulations, drug-free workplace policies, prohibitions on political contributions, and commitments to employ Illinois and American workers. No incumbent vendor or budget range information is provided, but the sole source nature of the procurement suggests this may be an ongoing requirement for the state.