Project Estimate Authorization

PROJECT ESTIMATE AUTHORIZATION

Parties

Client Name:

Client Address:

Contractor Name:

Contractor Address:

Recitals

WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Contractor to perform the work described in the estimate attached hereto and incorporated by reference, subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein; and

WHEREAS, Contractor has provided a written estimate of costs and time to perform the described work and is willing to commence work upon Client's written authorization and satisfaction of any required deposit; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend that this Project Estimate Authorization shall govern the scope, payment, schedule, confidentiality, and related terms for the project identified below.

Project Identification

Scope of Work

The Contractor shall perform the services described below. Services shall be performed in a professional manner consistent with industry standards and in accordance with any specifications set forth in the estimate.

Itemized Estimate

Line Item 1

Line Item 2

Line Item 3

Payment Terms

Client shall pay Contractor the amounts set forth in this section in consideration for the performance of the Scope of Work. All payments shall be made in lawful funds and according to the following schedule:

Late Payment: Any undisputed past-due amounts shall accrue interest at the rate of % per month (or the maximum lawful rate, if lower), calculated monthly until paid in full. Client is responsible for collection costs and reasonable attorney fees incurred to collect past-due amounts.

Term and Termination

This Authorization commences on and remains in effect until completion of the Scope of Work or until , unless earlier terminated in accordance with this section.

Either party may terminate this Authorization for convenience by providing written notice to the other party at least days prior to the intended termination date. Upon termination, Contractor shall be entitled to payment for work properly performed and costs incurred through the effective date of termination, subject to reasonable mitigation of costs.

Confidentiality

Each party (the "Receiving Party") shall keep confidential and shall not disclose or use any non-public information or materials provided by the other party (the "Disclosing Party") that are designated as confidential or that reasonably should be understood to be confidential given the nature of the information ("Confidential Information"), except as required to perform obligations under this Authorization. Confidential Information shall not include information that (a) is or becomes publicly available through no fault of the Receiving Party; (b) is already known to the Receiving Party without restriction at the time of disclosure; (c) is rightfully obtained by the Receiving Party from a third party without restriction; or (d) is independently developed by the Receiving Party without use of the Disclosing Party's Confidential Information. Each party shall use at least reasonable care to protect the other's Confidential Information.

Representations and Warranties; Liability

Contractor represents that it has the requisite skill and experience to perform the Scope of Work. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THIS AUTHORIZATION, CONTRACTOR MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THIS AUTHORIZATION, EXCEPT FOR LIABILITY ARISING FROM A PARTY'S GROSS NEGLIGENCE OR WILLFUL MISCONDUCT.

Governing Law

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

Entire Agreement; Amendments

This Authorization, together with any attached estimate or exhibits, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations and discussions, whether oral or written. Any amendment to this Authorization must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Acceptance and Authorization

By signing below, the undersigned Client authorizes Contractor to proceed with the Scope of Work identified in this Project Estimate Authorization and agrees to be bound by the terms set forth herein. Contractor acknowledges receipt of the required deposit (if any) and agrees to commence work in accordance with the agreed schedule.

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