Fire District Agreement

FIRE DISTRICT AGREEMENT

This Fire District Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of Effective Date: by and between Fire District Name: (hereafter "District"), and Service Provider Name: (hereafter "Provider").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the District is a governmental entity responsible for providing fire protection and emergency services within its jurisdiction; and

WHEREAS, Provider possesses expertise, personnel, equipment, and qualifications necessary to perform the services described in this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the District desires to engage Provider, and Provider agrees to perform such services pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth below.

SCOPE OF WORK

PAYMENT TERMS

Compensation: The District shall pay Provider a total fee not to exceed $ for the performance of the services described herein unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Invoices shall be submitted to the District and shall include a detailed description of services rendered and any reimbursable expenses. Payment is due within days of receipt of a correctly submitted invoice.

Late Payment: Unpaid amounts shall accrue interest at a rate of from the due date until paid, or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower.

TERM AND TERMINATION

Term: This Agreement shall commence on Start Date: and shall continue in effect until End Date: unless earlier terminated as provided herein.

Termination for Convenience: Either party may terminate this Agreement without cause upon providing written notice at least days prior to the intended termination date.

Termination for Cause: Either party may terminate immediately upon written notice if the other party materially breaches any provision and fails to cure such breach within thirty (30) days after receipt of written notice specifying the breach.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Definitions: "Confidential Information" means non-public information disclosed by one party ("Disclosing Party") to the other ("Receiving Party") in connection with this Agreement, whether disclosed orally, in writing, or by inspection, and which is designated as confidential or which a reasonable person would understand to be confidential given the nature of the information and circumstances of disclosure.

Obligations: The Receiving Party shall (a) hold Confidential Information in strict confidence, (b) use Confidential Information solely to perform obligations under this Agreement, and (c) not disclose Confidential Information to any third party except to authorized representatives who have a need to know and who are bound by confidentiality obligations no less protective than those set forth herein.

Exceptions: Confidential Information does not include information that: (i) is or becomes publicly available through no fault of the Receiving Party; (ii) was rightfully in the Receiving Party's possession prior to disclosure; (iii) is independently developed by the Receiving Party without use of the Disclosing Party's Confidential Information; or (iv) is required to be disclosed by law, provided the Disclosing Party is given prompt notice and reasonable assistance to seek protective measures.

INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION

Insurance: Provider shall maintain insurance coverages customary for the scope of work, including commercial general liability and workers' compensation, with limits sufficient to protect the District. Provider shall provide certificates of insurance upon request.

Indemnification: Provider shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the District, its officers, employees, and agents from and against all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of Provider's negligent acts, errors, omissions, or willful misconduct in the performance of this Agreement.

NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below by hand delivery, certified mail, or overnight courier, or by email with confirmation of receipt.

GOVERNING LAW

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

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement, including any exhibits, attachments, or written amendments signed by both parties, constitutes the entire agreement between the District and Provider with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, representations, and understandings, whether written or oral. Any modification to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

MISCELLANEOUS

Assignment: Neither party may assign or transfer any rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party, except that the District may assign this Agreement to a successor public agency.

Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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