Event Cocktail Party Contract

Event Cocktail Party Contract

This Event Cocktail Party Contract (the "Contract") is entered into as of Effective Date: by and between Client Name: with Address: and Service Provider Name: with Address: .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Provider to furnish beverage services and related event staffing for a cocktail party described below; and

WHEREAS, Provider represents that it has the necessary licenses, insurance, trained personnel and experience to provide alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage service in a safe and lawful manner; and

WHEREAS, the parties agree to the terms and conditions set forth in this Contract, which together constitute the entire understanding between the parties regarding the event described herein.

EVENT DETAILS

Event Date:    Start Time:    End Time:

Venue/Location:

Estimated Number of Guests:

SCOPE OF WORK

Provider shall perform beverage and bar-related services as described below. Provider's obligations include setup, service during the event, and cleanup of bar areas unless otherwise specified. Provider will check identification of patrons, refuse service to intoxicated persons, and comply with all applicable laws governing the sale, service and consumption of alcohol.

SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT

Provider will supply the following services and equipment. Check all that apply and provide details where requested.

Bar service (general)
Bartenders   Number of bartenders:
Glassware and bar tools
Specialty cocktails (recipes provided)
Provider supplies alcoholic beverages   If yes, estimate beverage cost: $

PAYMENT TERMS

Total Fee (including labor and agreed supplies): $

Deposit Amount (due to secure date): $   Deposit Due Date:

Balance Due: $   Balance Due Date:

Late Payment: If payment is not received by the Balance Due Date, Client shall pay interest at and reimburse Provider for reasonable collection costs and attorneys' fees.

Payment Method: . All payments shall be in lawful currency and are non-refundable except as expressly stated herein.

CANCELLATION & TERMINATION

Client may cancel this Contract by providing written notice to Provider. If cancellation occurs more than days prior to the Event Date, Provider will refund amounts paid less a non-refundable administrative fee of $. If cancellation occurs within days of the Event Date, Client forfeits the full deposit and may remain liable for the full Contract amount.

Either party may terminate for material breach if the breaching party fails to cure the breach within days after written notice. Termination for convenience by Client requires written notice at least days prior to the Event Date and may result in cancellation fees as set forth above.

CONFIDENTIALITY

"Confidential Information" includes proprietary event details, guest lists, pricing, product formulations and any non-public business information disclosed by one party to the other. Each party shall hold Confidential Information in confidence and shall not disclose it to any third party or use it for any purpose other than performance under this Contract, except as required by law. Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that is or becomes publicly known through no fault of the receiving party, or which is independently developed.

INSURANCE; COMPLIANCE

Provider shall maintain commercial general liability insurance and liquor liability insurance with limits adequate for the size and nature of the event and shall provide proof of insurance upon request. Provider will comply with all applicable laws concerning sale and service of alcoholic beverages and will require valid identification for proof of age. Client shall ensure the venue permits Provider's operations and shall obtain any venue consents or permits required for the event.

INDEMNIFICATION

Provider shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Client from and against any third-party claims, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses arising from Provider's gross negligence or willful misconduct in performing services under this Contract, including improper service of alcohol. Client shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Provider from and against claims arising from Client's negligence, venue conditions, or actions of guests not caused by Provider.

FORCE MAJEURE

Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures to perform due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, governmental action, strikes, epidemics, or severe weather that render performance impossible. The affected party shall provide prompt notice and use reasonable efforts to mitigate the effect of the event.

GOVERNING LAW

This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Contract, including all attachments and statements of work expressly incorporated herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements, proposals, negotiations and communications, whether written or oral. Any modification or amendment must be in writing and signed by both parties.

MISCELLANEOUS

If any provision of this Contract is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Neither party may assign this Contract without the prior written consent of the other, except that Provider may assign rights to collect payments.

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