The Master Independent Contractor Agreement for Architecture and Engineering Services is a contract between the Chicago Park District and Design Workshop, Inc. for the provision of architecture and/or engineering services. The contract has a term of five years with the possibility of an additional one-year extension. The contractor is required to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and rules, and to indemnify and hold harmless the Park District and its employees, agents, and volunteers from any claims, damages, losses, and expenses. The contract also requires the contractor to maintain insurance coverage and to provide notices and documents to the Park District as specified in the contract. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The contractor's obligation to perform the services in accordance with the contract and the Park District's requirements
• The contractor's responsibility for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and rules
• The contractor's obligation to indemnify and hold harmless the Park District and its employees, agents, and volunteers
• The requirement for the contractor to maintain insurance coverage
• The process for notices and documents to be provided to the Park District