The contract is for the furnishing of paint and painting supplies for use by various county departments in Jackson County, Missouri. The contract has a term of 12 months, with the option to annually extend the contract for up to 12 months. The contractor, The Sherwin-Williams Co., will provide the goods and services at the applicable pricing quoted in their offer. The county will pay the contractor within 30 days of proper delivery and acceptance of the goods and services. Some key points of this contract include:
* The contract is governed by the laws of the State of Missouri and Jackson County, Missouri.
* The contractor is an independent contractor and will indemnify the county for any losses or damages.
* The county reserves the right to terminate the contract for any reason with at least 14 days' written notice.
* The contractor warrants that no officer or employee of the county will receive any benefit from the profits or emoluments of this contract.
* The contract includes a provision for annual extensions, which can be made with the county's consent and without changes to the specifications, terms, and conditions, or price increases, unless such changes or increases are provided for in the contract.