D--Thomas Reuters Westlaw Legal Licenses
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFHEADQUARTERS PROCUREMENT SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 20585, USA

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IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)
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    The Department of Energy is seeking sources for legal research licenses from Westlaw Edge, a provider specializing in legal data and content across various practice areas, including clean energy and environmental commodity markets. The procurement aims to secure access to essential legal research tools that support the Department's operations and decision-making processes. These licenses are critical for ensuring that the Department has the necessary legal resources to navigate complex regulatory environments effectively. Interested vendors can reach out to Myron Waddell at myron.waddell@hq.doe.gov or call 240-702-5330 for further information regarding this opportunity.

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