Free Non-Disclosure Agreement for Government Contractors Template
Non-Disclosure Agreement for Government Contractors
This Non-Disclosure Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of the 1st day of January, 2050, by and between [Your Company Name], a company incorporated under the laws of Florida, with its principal office located at [Your Company Address] ("Disclosing Party"), and Lester Nolan, a government contractor located at Orlando, FL 32801 ("Receiving Party").
The purpose of this Agreement is to protect confidential information shared between the Disclosing Party and the Receiving Party in connection with their discussions, cooperation, and potential business relationship involving government contracts.
I. Definition of Confidential Information
For the purposes of this Agreement, "Confidential Information" shall include, but is not limited to:
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Technical data, specifications, and software related to government contracts
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Government procurement policies, guidelines, and procedures
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Contracts, agreements, or proposals that involve governmental entities
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Any other proprietary, non-public information disclosed by the Disclosing Party related to the government contracting process or business strategy
Confidential Information does not include information that:
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Is publicly available at the time of disclosure, or later becomes publicly available through no fault of the Receiving Party
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Is already in the possession of the Receiving Party at the time of disclosure without an obligation of confidentiality
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Is lawfully obtained by the Receiving Party from a third party who is not in violation of any confidentiality obligations
II. Confidentiality Obligations
1. Non-Disclosure of Confidential Information
The Receiving Party agrees not to disclose any Confidential Information to any third parties, except as specifically authorized by the Disclosing Party in writing. This includes avoiding discussions, sharing, or distribution of Confidential Information to any persons or entities who are not bound by confidentiality obligations.
2. Limitations on Use
The Receiving Party agrees to use the Confidential Information solely for purposes directly related to the business relationship and the government contract process. The information shall not be used for any personal gain or for the benefit of any third party.
3. Internal Access Restrictions
The Receiving Party agrees to restrict access to the Confidential Information within their organization to only those employees or contractors who have a need to know in order to fulfill their duties related to the government contract. Each of those employees or contractors will be bound by confidentiality obligations similar to those set forth in this Agreement.
III. Duration of Confidentiality Obligations
The Receiving Party’s confidentiality obligations shall continue for a period of five (5) years from the date of disclosure of any Confidential Information, regardless of whether the business relationship has ended or the potential government contract was awarded or not.
IV. Return or Destruction of Confidential Information
Upon termination of discussions or the business relationship, or upon the request of the Disclosing Party, the Receiving Party agrees to promptly return or destroy all Confidential Information in their possession, including all documents, digital files, and copies.
V. No Rights to Confidential Information
This Agreement does not grant the Receiving Party any rights, title, or interest in or to any Confidential Information disclosed. All rights, ownership, and intellectual property relating to the Confidential Information remain with the Disclosing Party.
VI. Exceptions to Confidentiality
The confidentiality obligations set forth in this Agreement do not apply to any information that:
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Was already in the public domain at the time of disclosure, or becomes public without fault by the Receiving Party
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Was disclosed by a third party without any breach of confidentiality
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Is required to be disclosed by law, regulation, or court order, provided that the Receiving Party notifies the Disclosing Party of such a requirement as soon as possible to allow protective measures to be taken
VII. Legal and Equitable Remedies
The Receiving Party acknowledges that any breach of this Agreement may cause the Disclosing Party significant harm and that monetary damages may not be sufficient to remedy such harm. Therefore, in the event of a breach, the Disclosing Party may seek injunctive relief in addition to any other available legal remedies.
VIII. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
IX. Miscellaneous Provisions
1. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the protection of Confidential Information and supersedes all previous agreements, whether written or oral, relating to this subject matter.
2. Modifications
Any modification or amendment of this Agreement must be made in writing and executed by both parties.
3. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
X. Signatures
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Non-Disclosure Agreement as of the date first written above.
For the Disclosing Party:
Name: [Your Name]
Title: Chief Executive Officer
For the Receiving Party:
Name: Lester Nolan
Title: Government Contractor
