45'_x_35'_Storage_Building.pdf

Prepared for:

Brian Schmitt

2050 South Finley Road, Suite 40

Lombard, Illinois

Prepared by:

Derek Hartman, GNB Global derek.hartman@gnb.group

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Dear Brian Schmitt, Please accept this proposal for your upcoming project. At GNB Global, we know that every build is more than just a structure—it’s a strategic investment that requires the right partner to ensure success. That’s why we don’t just sell buildings—we build relationships, working alongside you to deliver fast, durable, and cost-effective solutions that make your job easier.

GNB Global specializes in tension fabric structures and mission-critical manufacturing for industries like data centers, mining, and military applications. Whether it’s a high-clearance aircraft hangar, a weatherproof enclosure, or a fully customized data center shell, our structures are built for rapid deployment, extreme durability, and total adaptability.

We believe in making projects simple and stress-free. With GNB Global, there’s no red tape, no delays—just straightforward solutions that work. We’re the easy button when it comes to getting things done. And when you need us, we’re always available to take your call—because real partnerships don’t clock out at 5 PM.

We look forward to reviewing this proposal with you this week and answering any questions you may have.

All the best, Derek Hartman

Inside Sales, GNB Global

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We Actually Give a Sh!t – GNB’s company culture is built around caring about our customers, employees, and projects. Our team is all about getting things done, solving problems, and making life easier for our clients.

GNB Global is a leading provider of tension fabric structures, specializing in delivering rapid, durable, and adaptable structures for industries such as data centers, mining, and military applications. Our expertise encompasses a wide range of projects, from new constructions to retrofits, ensuring that we meet the unique demands of each client.

Our dedicated team of skilled professionals operates under a culture of safety and excellence.

Whether you're initiating a new build or enhancing an existing structure, we offer customized solutions designed to align with your specific requirements.

Certifications

At GNB Global, we uphold the highest standards of quality and safety. Our certifications include:

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COR Workplace Safety

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ISNetworld Certified

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This proposal provides an outline and estimate of costs for the supply of a new tensioned fabric building.

GNB Global supplies:

• 45' W x 35' L fabric building package

◦ Local and International Building Code compliant, with HDPE fabrics fire resistant to NFPA 701

◦ IL professionally sealed structural drawings

◦ 8' straight leg design with galvanized steel trusses

◦ Steel connection plates for 10' wall concrete block foundation (blocks by others)

◦ One fabric end wall, with one end open

◦ Passive gable end relief ventilation

• All freight delivered to site in Schaumburg, IL

• OPTION All required equipment rentals and turnkey installation by GNB Crew

◦ Non-union, non-prevailing wage labor

The client provides:

• Foundation for structure

• Installation crew and equipment

Design Duration: 2-3 weeks from receipt of deposit Manufacturing Duration: 6-8 weeks from approval of drawings Install Duration: 1 week

Total Cost: $64,413.91 plus tax

Payment Terms:

• If installed by GNB: 30% deposit, 30% upon delivery of goods to site, 40% upon completion (NET30)

• If not installed by GNB: 50% deposit, 50% when ready to ship. Full payment required prior to shipment release.

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Project Summary

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Terms and Conditions GNB Global Inc. standard terms and conditions are hereby incorporated into this agreement by reference, available for reference at www.gnb.group. Standard terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, the following:

INITIALS

Brian Schmitt

INITIALS

Brian Schmitt

• Unless otherwise specified, without limitation this quote excludes the following:

• Taxes, bonds, building permits, or fees of any kind,

• Liquidated or consequential damages, or retain-age,

• Design, supply, or install of any MEP items, and

• Site demolition/preparation, modifications, or repairs to others’ scope(s).

• Schedule: Lead-time is dependent upon fulfillment of the Payment Terms and receipt of Notice to Proceed. Manufacturing lead times are subject to material availability, which is beyond GNB control.

• Concealed Conditions: include, without limitation, water, gas, sprinkler, electrical and sewage lines, post tension cables, and steel rebar. This agreement is based solely on observations GNB was able to make either by visual inspection or by drawings and / or plans submitted by Owner at the time this quote was provided.

• Quote: Unless otherwise noted, this quote is valid for 30 calendar days, after which point GNB reserves the right to, when applicable, adjust prices due to escalation of raw material steel, fabric, or any other item.

• This quote shall be referenced in any contract / purchase order drafted for this project.

Applicable Taxes All applicable federal, provincial, and local taxes, including but not limited to Goods and Services Tax (GST), Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), Provincial Sales Tax (PST), or any other transaction-based taxes, are the responsibility of the client. Unless expressly stated in this proposal, quoted prices do not include taxes. The absence of taxes in the quotation does not waive or exempt the client from paying applicable taxes as required by law.

If the client or project site is tax-exempt, it is the client’s responsibility to provide GNB Global, Inc. with a valid tax exemption certificate or applicable government exemption documentation prior to invoicing. Tax exemption certificates must be submitted to ap@gnb.group for review and approval. Failure to provide a valid exemption certificate will result in taxes being applied to the invoice, and the client will be responsible for full payment of these taxes.

GNB Global, Inc. is not responsible for determining tax applicability for the client’s project. Any retroactive tax liabilities, penalties, or interest assessed due to the client’s failure to provide proper exemption documentation will remain the sole responsibility of the client.

mailto:ap@gnb.group

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Description Price

45' W x 35' L Building Package $64,413.91

OPTIONAL Installation by GNB Crew $43,336.37

Total $70,855.30

Subtotal $64,413.91

Estimated Taxes (10%) +$6,441.39

Fee Summary

SIGN-OFF

GNB Global proposes to complete the work outlined in this proposal for an all-inclusive fee of $64,413.91 plus taxes, not including any unforeseen or unexpected conditions. This includes project management, equipment, materials, labour, scheduling, supervision, and quality assurance.

Additional charges will be included if changes are made to the project scope once this document has been signed and/or differences between the allowance outlined above and the actual cost of these items varies.

The next step is to agree to this proposal (in addition to any changes that have been noted in the presentation of this document), and to sign the contractual agreement which references the document above.

Brian Schmitt

ARCON Associates, Inc. signature ______________________________________________

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GNB Global signature ___________________________________________

Date: Not yet accepted

SIGNATURE

Derek Hartman

SIGNATURE

Brian Schmitt

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