Environmental Impact Assessment Form

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT

This Environmental Impact Assessment Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into as of by and between:

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client intends to undertake a proposed project described below (the Project) and requires an environmental impact assessment to identify, evaluate and recommend mitigation for potential environmental effects associated with the Project; and

WHEREAS, Consultant is qualified, experienced and duly licensed or authorized to perform environmental assessments, field studies, reporting and related services and agrees to perform such services for Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the Parties intend that the assessment and supporting documentation prepared by Consultant will enable Client to satisfy applicable environmental review obligations, to inform permitting decisions, and to implement practicable mitigation and monitoring measures.

PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

Project Title:

Parcel / APN:   Estimated Project Area (acres):

SCOPE OF WORK

Consultant shall perform the environmental impact assessment services described in this section and any attachments. The Scope of Work shall include field investigations, data compilation, regulatory review, impact analysis, mitigation measures, preparation of the assessment report and monitoring recommendations, and participation in required meetings with Client and permitting authorities.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS AND CHECKLIST

Identify which environmental elements will be evaluated (check all that apply):

PERMITS, REPORTS AND DELIVERABLES

Deliverables shall include a draft assessment report, final assessment report incorporating comments, technical appendices (field data, survey reports, technical calculations), and an executive summary suitable for inclusion in permit applications.

PAYMENT TERMS

Total Fee:

Late Payment: A late fee of will accrue on overdue balances. Client shall reimburse Consultant for reasonable collection costs and legal fees incurred to collect past-due amounts.

TERM AND TERMINATION

This Agreement commences on Start Date: and, unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement, shall expire on End Date: .

Either Party may terminate this Agreement for cause upon written notice if the other Party materially breaches any obligation and fails to cure within days after receipt of written notice. Consultant shall be entitled to payment for services performed and reimbursable expenses incurred through the effective date of termination.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Consultant and Client each shall treat as Confidential Information all non-public information disclosed by the other Party in connection with this Agreement. Confidential Information does not include information that is or becomes publicly available through no wrongful act of the receiving Party, is already lawfully in the receiving Party's possession, or is required to be disclosed by law or court order (in which case the receiving Party shall give prompt notice to permit the disclosing Party to seek protective measures). Each Party shall use Confidential Information solely for purposes of performing its obligations under this Agreement.

INDEMNITY AND LIABILITY

Consultant agrees to perform services with the professional skill and care ordinarily provided by consultants performing similar services. Client shall indemnify and hold Consultant harmless from third-party claims arising from Client's failure to disclose material information regarding the Project. Except for willful misconduct or gross negligence, Consultant's aggregate liability for claims arising under this Agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid to Consultant for the services giving rise to the claim.

GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to principles of conflicts of law.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement, including any attachments and referenced documents expressly incorporated herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties regarding the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior oral or written agreements. Any amendment or modification must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both Parties.

CONSULTANT REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATION

Consultant certifies that the information, data, and analyses provided in the assessment are true, accurate, and prepared by qualified personnel. Consultant further certifies that, to the best of its knowledge, no material data has been knowingly omitted that would alter the conclusions of the assessment.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

The Parties acknowledge that timely access to project sites, documents and personnel is essential for completion of the assessment. Client shall provide Consultant with reasonable site access and timely delivery of necessary documents. Failure to provide access or information may result in schedule delays and additional fees.

Client acknowledges that the outcomes and recommendations in the assessment are based on conditions observed and information made available during the assessment period. Unforeseen conditions or subsequently discovered information may require supplemental study or modification of recommended mitigation measures.

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