HQ - Legal Publications-Thomson Reuters - West

The State of Alabama Office of the Chief Procurement Officer is requesting a Quick Quote for Thomson Reuters West legal publications and Westlaw access, with a response due September 22, 2026. The contract period runs October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

The scope includes West Proflex Westlaw Edge national Primary Law with Enterprise access, Government Westlaw All Analytical Enterprise access, and Government Practical Law for Government with Dynamic Toolset. The request notes that rates do not include access to content outside the plan or shipping costs that may occur during the fiscal year.

The total contract value is capped at $25,000, including the original agreement and any subsequent annual renewals. The contract may be renewed annually by written agreement of both parties up to the $25,000 ceiling or for a total of five years from the effective date, whichever is reached first.

Suppliers must register in Alabama Buys and participate electronically through the platform before the solicitation close date and time. All supplier inquiries must be submitted online through the Supplier Portal to maintain a record of communications. Suppliers must be registered with the Alabama Secretary of State if they are foreign entities, enrolled in E-Verify if employing workers in Alabama, and compliant with state sales tax collection requirements. The State is exempt from sales tax and will furnish an exemption letter upon request. Suppliers must accept multiple forms of electronic payment at no additional cost, including state-issued credit cards, P-cards, and EFT transfers. Price escalations are limited to 5% of annual contract cost and must be supported by documentation and industry-specific price index comparisons. The contract is governed by Alabama law with sole venue in Montgomery, Alabama.