Utilization of Sourcewell Contract with Shaw Industries for Flooring Materials, Supplies and Services for Various County Facilities

This contract is for the utilization of Sourcewell Contract with Shaw Industries for flooring materials, supplies, and services for various county facilities. The contract is for a term of three years, with the option to renew for up to three additional one-year extensions. The contract includes provisions for pricing, payment, and warranty, as well as requirements for sales and service support. The vendor, Shaw Industries, is a flooring manufacturer and installation service provider with a large network of sales and service providers across North America. Some key points include: • The contract is for an indefinite quantity of sales, with no guaranteed sales volume. • The vendor must provide a current means to validate or authenticate its authorized dealers, distributors, or resellers. • The vendor must maintain insurance policies with coverage and limits of insurance not less than the following: Workers' Compensation and Employer's Liability. • The contract includes a provision for auditing transactions to ensure that the administrative fee is paid on all items purchased under the contract. • The vendor must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as it applies to all data provided by or provided to Sourcewell under this contract. • The contract includes a provision for intellectual property, publicity, marketing, and endorsement, including a grant of license to use trademarks and a limited right of sublicense. Some benefits of this contract include: • Access to a wide range of flooring materials and supplies from a reputable manufacturer. • Ability to purchase products and services at a discounted rate through the Sourcewell contract. • Support from a large network of sales and service providers across North America. • Opportunity to work with a vendor that has a strong reputation for quality and customer service.