202250-Legal-Thomson Reuters

Solicitation SRC0000037557 is a request for legal services or products from Thomson Reuters for the State of Alabama, categorized under NAICS code 519290. The contract is subject to a maximum not-to-exceed total cost of $25,000 and may be renewed annually for up to five years from the effective date. Price escalations are permitted but are capped at 5% of the annual contract cost and must be approved in writing. The agreement is governed by the laws of Alabama, with the City of Montgomery serving as the sole venue for litigation and dispute resolution. The State of Alabama requires all bidders to submit responses electronically through the Alabama Buys portal. Key compliance requirements include enrollment in the E-Verify program for suppliers with employees in Alabama, certification of tax compliance regarding state and local sales and use taxes, and registration with the Alabama Secretary of State for foreign entities. The State reserves the right to conduct cost realism and price reasonableness analyses and may request professional licenses, certificates of insurance, or manufacturer authorizations following the bid opening. Payment is to be made via electronic methods, including P-cards and EFT, and the State maintains the right to inspect all products before final acceptance in accordance with the Universal Commerce Code.