The Master Independent Contractor Agreement for Architecture and Engineering Services is a contract between the Chicago Park District and Studio GC, Inc. for the provision of architecture and engineering services. The contract has a term of one year with the possibility of up to three one-year extensions. 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, or expenses. The contract also includes provisions for insurance, conflict of interest, and termination.
• The contract is governed by the internal laws of the State of Illinois.
• The contractor must perform as an independent contractor and not as a representative, employee, agent, or partner of the Park District.
• The contract includes provisions for notices, requests, and documents to be sent to the addresses and persons set forth in the contract.
• The contract is comprised of several identical counterparts, each to be fully signed by the parties and each to be considered an original having identical legal effect.