Intent to Sole Source--Westlaw
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFHEADQUARTERS PROCUREMENT SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 20585, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/f8826f5edbf4419ca0d51716a1b697d8/view
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    The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) intends to exercise a sole source extension of a purchase order to Westlaw for online legal research services, ensuring continuity of critical legal support during a competitive procurement process. This extension is necessary to prevent disruption in access to essential legal resources, which are vital for ongoing litigation and legal matters within the DOE. The performance period for this award is set from October 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025, including a three-month base period and an option for an additional three months. Interested parties who believe they can fulfill these requirements are invited to submit a capability statement to Kelley Vandecoevering at kelley.vandecoevering@hq.doe.gov within 15 days of this notice.

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    kelley.vandecoevering@hq.doe.gov
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