Appendix+1-+SC+352+PA.docx

PARTICIPATING ADDENDUM

State of North Dakota Term Contract 352

BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES

This Participating Addendum (“PA”) is entered into by and between [Participating Entity Name], (“Participating Entity”), and [Contractor Name], (“Contractor”), pursuant to North Dakota State Contract No. 352.

1. Scope The Contractor agrees to provide Equipment Maintenance and Repair Services as specified in North Dakota State Contract No. 352 to the Participating Entity under the same terms, conditions, and pricing structure outlined in the State Contract, unless otherwise modified in this Addendum. Agencies, boards, bureaus, commissions, institutions under the jurisdiction of the State Board of Higher Education, political subdivision, and other North Dakota government and education (public primary and secondary) entities that are authorized to purchase from contracts established for and by the State are purchasing agencies under the Term Contract Agreement and may make purchases under the terms and conditions of that agreement. This agreement is not a purchase order and it does not guarantee any purchases will be made by any North Dakota purchasing agency. Each North Dakota participating entity is responsible for complying with any laws that regulate its individual purchase authority.

2. Term of Agreement The term of this Addendum shall commence on [Effective Date] and shall continue until [End Date or Coterminous with State Contract 352], unless earlier terminated as provided in the State Contract or this Addendum. The term may be extended in accordance with the extension provisions of the State Contract.

3. Participating Entity-Specific Terms The following terms apply specifically to the Participating Entity and shall supplement the terms of the State Contract:

· Site Access Instructions: [Include any necessary details such as security clearance, parking instructions, etc.]

· Billing Information: Invoices shall be sent to:

Billing Address: [Enter Address] Point of Contact: [Enter Name & Email]

· Pick-Up & Delivery Requirements: [Specify any requirements for equipment transportation, if applicable]

· Additional Service Expectations: [List any Participating Entity-specific needs, if any]

4. Pricing & Payment The Participating Entity agrees to pay Contractor based on the pricing structure established in North Dakota State Contract No. 352.

· Standard Maintenance Fees: As listed in the State Contract.

· Emergency & Non-Standard Repairs: To be billed at the rates specified in the Contractor’s bid response.

5. Devices and Services

*Additional devices can be added to the PA by issuing a new PA to the contractor.

6. Responsibilities of the Participating Entity The Participating Entity agrees to:

· Provide access to equipment for maintenance and repair services.

· Ensure proper decontamination of equipment (if applicable) before service.

· Provide necessary documentation, including equipment manuals and manufacturer guidelines.

· Make timely payments for services rendered under this Addendum.

7. Responsibilities of the Contractor The Contractor agrees to:

· Perform all services in accordance with North Dakota State Contract No. 352.

· Provide trained and certified personnel for services.

· Maintain accurate service records and provide periodic reports as required.

· Adhere to all applicable safety and compliance regulations.

8. Termination This Addendum may be terminated by either party with a 60 days’ written notice, or as otherwise permitted under the State Contract.

9. Entire Agreement This Addendum and the State Term Contract 352 Agreement together with its exhibits, set forth the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter of all previous communications, representations or agreements, whether oral or written, with respect to the subject matter hereof. Terms and conditions inconsistent with, contrary or in addition to the terms and conditions of this Addendum and the Term Contract Agreement, together with its exhibits, shall not be added to or incorporated into this Addendum or the Price Agreement and its exhibits, by any subsequent purchase order or otherwise, and any such attempts to add or incorporate such terms and conditions are hereby rejected. The terms and conditions of this Addendum and the Term Contract Agreement and its exhibits shall prevail and govern in the case of any such inconsistent or additional terms.

10. Signatures Participating Entity:

[Participating Entity Name] By: [Authorized Representative Name] Title: [Title] Date: [Date] Contractor:

[Contractor Name] By: [Authorized Representative Name] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]