Transport Agreement
Transport Agreement
This Transport Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Your Company Name], a [State] corporation with its principal place of business located at [Your Company Address] ("Company"), and [Client/Partner Name], with its principal place of business located at [Client/Partner Address] ("Client").
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Company is engaged in the business of providing transportation services; and
WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Company to provide transportation services under the terms and conditions set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, the parties agree as follows:
1. DEFINITIONS
1.1. "Services" means the transportation services provided by Company as described in Exhibit A.
1.2. "Shipment" refers to the goods and/or cargo transported by Company on behalf of Client.
1.3. "Transport Fee" refers to the fees payable by Client to Company for the provision of Services as detailed in Exhibit B.
2. SERVICES
2.1. Scope of Services. Company agrees to provide transportation services for the Shipment from the origin address specified by Client to the destination address specified by Client as detailed in Exhibit A.
2.2. Performance Standards. Company shall perform the Services with due diligence and in a professional manner, complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
3. TERM AND TERMINATION
3.1. Term. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall continue in effect until terminated by either party in accordance with Section 3.2.
3.2. Termination for Convenience. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon thirty (30) days' written notice to the other party.
3.3. Termination for Cause. Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if the other party materially breaches any term or condition of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within ten (10) days after receiving written notice of such breach.
4. FEES AND PAYMENT
4.1. Transport Fee. Client agrees to pay Company the Transport Fee as specified in Exhibit B.
4.2. Invoicing. Company shall invoice Client monthly for the Services rendered. Each invoice shall include a detailed statement of Services performed and the corresponding Transport Fee.
4.3. Payment Terms. Client shall pay each invoice within thirty (30) days of receipt. Late payments shall incur interest at a rate of [0]% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower.
5. OBLIGATIONS OF CLIENT
5.1. Provision of Information. Client shall provide accurate and complete information regarding the Shipment, including but not limited to, dimensions, weight, and nature of the goods.
5.2. Compliance with Laws. Client agrees to ensure that all Shipments comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
5.3. Access. Client shall provide Company with access to the origin and destination locations as necessary to perform the Services.
6. OBLIGATIONS OF COMPANY
6.1. Delivery. Company shall deliver the Shipment to the destination address specified by Client in a timely manner and in good condition.
6.2. Insurance. Company shall maintain insurance coverage for the transportation of goods as required by applicable law and shall provide Client with proof of such insurance upon request.
6.3. Compliance. Company agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing the transportation of goods.
7. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION
7.1. Liability. Company shall be liable for any loss, damage, or delay of the Shipment caused by its negligence or willful misconduct. Company’s liability for such loss, damage, or delay shall be limited to the lesser of the actual value of the Shipment or $[0] per pound.
7.2. Indemnification. Each party agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other party from any claims, liabilities, losses, or damages arising out of its negligence or willful misconduct in connection with the performance of this Agreement.
8. CONFIDENTIALITY
8.1. Confidential Information. Each party agrees to keep confidential and not disclose to any third party any information designated as confidential by the other party, except as required by law or as necessary to perform the Services.
8.2. Return of Confidential Information. Upon termination of this Agreement, each party shall return or destroy all confidential information of the other party in its possession.
9. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
9.1. Mediation. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall first be submitted to mediation. The parties agree to participate in good faith in a mediation session to be conducted in [City, State].
9.2. Arbitration. If the dispute cannot be resolved through mediation, it shall be resolved by binding arbitration conducted in [City, State] in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
10. MISCELLANEOUS
10.1. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State], without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
10.2. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.
10.3. Amendments. No amendment or modification of this Agreement shall be valid or binding unless made in writing and signed by both parties.
10.4. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
10.5. Notices. All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or by email to the addresses specified below:
For Company:
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[Your Company Name]
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[Your Company Address]
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[Your Company Email]
For Client:
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[Client/Partner Name]
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[Client/Partner Address]
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[Client/Partner Email]
10.6. Force Majeure. Neither party shall be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, or labor strikes.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Transport Agreement as of the day and year first above written.
[Your Company Name]
By:
[Your Name]
[Title]
[Client/Partner Name]
By:
[Full Name]
[Title]
