Westlaw Edge National Primary
ID: 65310223P00002Type: Justification
AwardedMar 30, 2023
Award #:65310223P00002
Overview

Buyer

FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSIONFEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSIONFEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20573, USA

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- LEGAL (B522)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/268ca9488f974c3ea63d3df858ddb564/view
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    The Federal Maritime Commission is seeking to procure the Westlaw Edge National Primary service through a contract justified for other than full and open competition. This procurement aims to secure specialized legal research and analysis services, which are critical for the Commission's operational and regulatory functions. The justification for this procurement indicates the necessity of these services in supporting the Commission's legal and analytical needs. Interested parties can reach out to Michelle Calhoun at MCALHOUN@FMC.GOV for further details regarding this opportunity.

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    MCALHOUN@FMC.GOV
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