The county is renewing its subscription with West Publishing Corporation (doing business as West, a Thomson Reuters Business) for computer-assisted legal and investigative research services, waiving competitive bidding because West is the sole available source, at a cost of $1,363,113 for one year.
What it means for you
County staff with legal and investigative research needs will continue to have access to West/Thomson Reuters research tools through August 31, 2027.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)
How each member voted
Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye
5–0, per the official record.