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This is a Master Agreement and associated amendments between the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska (serving University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the broader University of Nebraska System) and HALDA LLC, a technology services provider. The contract was executed effective November 28, 2023, with the primary contact for the University being Aaron Crabtree of the College of Business Graduate Programs, and Dallin Palmer serving as President and COO for HALDA LLC.
The contract provides AI-powered interactive website engagement services, including analytics gathering, request-for-information functionality, chat capabilities, and customizable surveys and quizzes designed to increase lead conversions for the graduate programs office. The initial term commenced June 30, 2023, at $17,500.00 annually, with pricing adjusted to $21,900.00 beginning February 1, 2024. Amendment Two (effective February 1, 2025, through January 31, 2026) added $21,900.00, bringing cumulative contract spend to $39,400.00. Amendment Three (effective February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027) added $24,000.00, bringing total contract value to $80,900.00. The agreement includes up to four optional one-year renewal periods at mutually agreed pricing. The contract was classified as a non-competitive purchase under Board of Regents Policy 6.2.1.10(f) as a unique or sole-source service, with potential total contract value including all renewals reaching $105,100.00. Monthly invoicing is required, and the University retains all intellectual property rights to deliverables and data.
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3835 Holdrege Street | Lincoln, NE 68583-0742 | 402.472.2126 nebraska.edu/p2p
University of Nebraska Contract Summary
CONTRACTOR/COMPANY INFORMATION
Supplier HALDA LLC Contact Dallin Palmer
Sourcing Agent Sarah Johnson Email dallin@halda.io
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT
Participating Campuses UNL
Administrative Unit/Dept. The College of Business Graduate Programs
Department Contact Aaron Crabtree acrabtree2@nebraska.edu
CONTRACT DESCRIPTION/INFORMATION
Contract Summary (brief description and/ or event name)
The College of Business Graduate Programs office includes a relatively small team and even with the information included on our CoB Graduate Programs website and our Frequently Asked Questions, the team is asked those same things repeatedly. Through Halda’s AI-supported tools, the grad program team could quickly answer questions by using content on the website while at the same time helping us improve customized information for the user based on what they are looking for, content on the website and information captured about the visitors on our website. The incorporation of AI in creating and evaluating website engagement is a new technology that no other vendor uses for data insights and content creation in this way. Halda’s suite of AI-supported website engagement and analysis tools, along with their private data warehouse and on-staff support, combine to create a product that has no one else offers. Other vendors (Capture Higher Ed, Way Better Marketing, etc.) help with content generation, lead scoring, driving website traffic, etc., but no other company is specifically positioned to build the most effective personalization experience on university websites.
Contract Document Document Amt Total Amt Start Date End Date Notes
Master Agreement $17,500.00 $17,500.00 06/30/2023 06/29/2024
Amendment 1 $17,500.00 $35,000.00 02/01/2024 1/31/2025
Amendement 2 $21,900.00 $56,900.00 02/01/2024 01/31/2026
Amendmenet 3 $24,000.00 $80,900.00 02/01/2026 01/31/2027
COMPETITION/BID INFORMATION
Bid Number NA
Competition NCPD approved
Contract Information
NA
INTERNAL USE ONLY
CW7656
Title: Amendment No. Three (3) to University of Nebraska Contract CW7656.
University of Nebraska Amendment No. Three (3) to University of Nebraska Contract CW7656
This Amendment No. Three (3) University of Nebraska Contract CW7656 (“Amendment”) is effective as of the date of the last signature set forth below (“Effective Date”) by and between the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska a public body corporate and governing body of the University of Nebraska (“University”), which is composed of a chief governing administrative unit (University of Nebraska System), four universities (University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska Medical Center, and University of Nebraska at Omaha), and such other institutions and units as may be designated by the Nebraska Legislature and HALDA LLC (“Supplier”). University and Supplier are collectively referred to as “parties.”
RECITALS
A. University and Supplier entered into a Master Service Agreement effective as of November 28, 2023, wherein the parties agreed to University of Nebraska Contract CW7656. (“Agreement”).
B. The parties desire to amend the Agreement.
AGREEMENT
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained in the Agreement and this Amendment, the parties agree as follows:
1. Ratification. Except as expressly provided in this Amendment, all of the terms and provisions of the Agreement are and will remain in full force and effect and are hereby ratified and confirmed by the parties.
2. Definitions. Capitalized terms used and not defined in this Amendment have the respective meanings assigned to them in the Agreement.
3. Modifications. The Agreement is amended as follows:
a. Change the end date of the agreement to 01/31/2027 with two (2) optional one (1) year renewals upon mutual written agreement of both parties.
b. Adding $24,000.00 of value to this contract.
4. Entire Agreement. The Agreement, as amended, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral.
5. Amendment. No change, modification, or waiver of any term of the Agreement shall be valid unless it is in writing and signed by both parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have entered into this Amendment as of the date set forth below.
Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name: ____________________________
Title: ____________________________________
Date: ___________________________________
HALDA LLC
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name: ____________________________
Title: ___________________________________
Date: ___________________________________
Head of Partner Success
Jonathan Stevens
01/13/26 | 15:34 PST
Lacey Rohe
Associate Vice Chancellor & Controller
01/14/26 | 13:08 CST
Supplier HALDA LLC Contact Dallin Palmer
Email dallin@halda.io
Participating Campuses University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Administrative Unit/Dept. The College of Business Graduate Programs
Primary Contact Name Aaron Crabtree
Primary Contact Email acrabtree2@unl.edu
(brief description and/ or event name)
The College of Business Graduate Programs office includes a relatively small team and even with the information included on our CoB Graduate Programs website and our Frequently Asked Questions, the team is asked those same things repeatedly.
Through Halda’s AI-supported tools, the grad program team could quickly answer questions by using content on the website while at the same time helping us improve customized information for the user based on what they are looking for, content on the website and information captured about the visitors on our website. The incorporation of AI in creating and evaluating website engagement is a new technology that no other vendor uses for data insights and content creation in this way. Halda’s suite of AI-supported website engagement and analysis tools, along with their private data warehouse and on-staff support, combine to create a product that has no one else offers. Other vendors (Capture Higher Ed, Way Better Marketing, etc.) help with content generation, lead scoring, driving website traffic, etc., but no other company is specifically positioned to build the most effective personalization experience on university websites.
Purchase Category Marketing, Media & Print
Total Amendment 2 Spend Total Contract Spend
$21,900.00 $39,400.00
Start Date 02/01/2025 End Date 01/31/2026
BID INFORMATION
Bid Number N/A
Competitive Review Findings Non-Competitive Purchase Approved
Contract Information Amendment Two (2) This is the first renewal of the contract, Adding another year and $21,900 of spend to the contract.
The potential total value of this contract including all renewals, is $105,100.00
CW7656 Amendment Two (2)
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Title: Amendment No. Two (2) to University of Nebraska Contract CW7656.
Revised: 220727
University of Nebraska Amendment No. Two (2) to University of Nebraska Contract CW7656
This Amendment No. Two (2) University of Nebraska Contract CW7656 (“Amendment”) is effective as of the date of the last signature set forth below (“Effective Date”) by and between the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska a public body corporate and governing body of the University of Nebraska (“University”), which is composed of a chief governing administrative unit (University of Nebraska System), four universities (University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska Medical Center, and University of Nebraska at Omaha), and such other institutions and units as may be designated by the Nebraska Legislature and HALDA LLC (“Supplier”). University and Supplier are collectively referred to as “parties.”
A. University and Supplier entered into a Master Service Agreement effective as of November 28, 2023, wherein the parties agreed to University of Nebraska Contract CW7656. (“Agreement”).
B. The parties desire to amend the Agreement.
AGREEMENT
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained in the Agreement and this Amendment, the parties agree as follows:
1. Ratification. Except as expressly provided in this Amendment, all of the terms and provisions of the Agreement are and will remain in full force and effect and are hereby ratified and confirmed by the parties.
2. Definitions. Capitalized terms used and not defined in this Amendment have the respective meanings assigned to them in the Agreement.
3. Modifications. The Agreement is amended as follows:
a. Change the end date of the agreement to 01/31/2026 with three (3) optional one (1) year renewals upon mutual written agreement of both parties.
b. Adding $21,900.00 of value to this contract.. Thererfore, the total agreement value is $39,400.
4. Entire Agreement. The Agreement, as amended, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral.
5. Amendment. No change, modification, or waiver of any term of the Agreement shall be valid unless it is in writing
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name:
Title:
Date: ___________________________________
Supplier
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name:
Title:
Dallin Palmer
01/17/25 | 18:41 CST
President and COOVice Chancellor for Business and Finance
Michael J Zeleny
01/30/25 | 12:29 CST
University of Nebraska Non-Competitive Purchase Documentation
Board of Regents Policy 6.2.1.10 (b) provides that “except as otherwise provided in this purchasing policy, any purchase committing the University to an expenditure of $150,000 or more shall be made to the lowest responsible bidder.” Board of Regents Policy 6.2.1.7 provides that “If small purchase procedures are used, price or rate quotations must be obtained from an adequate number of qualified sources. There are exceptions allowed to this policy in 6.2.1.10 (f), which explains when competitive bidding is not required.
This form is designed to assist in complying with policy. It is to be used for purchases of $150,000 or more that are not competitively bid or small purchases where quotations are not obtained. It must be signed by the person seeking the non-competitive purchase, as well as the funding approver and returned to your campus procurement office or the Office of the Vice President for Business and Finance.
INSTRUCTIONS for Completion of this Form:
Please check the category below for which your particular transaction qualifies as a non-competitive purchase. The column § (subsection) refers to Board Policy 6.2.1.10 (f). Incomplete forms will be returned.
§ EXCEPTION TO COMPETITIVE PURCHASE
1. Purchase of unique or non-competitive articles or services (e.g., “Sole Source”). Without limiting the generality of the foregoing sentence, examples of unique or non-competitive articles and services are public utility services, regulated central office telephone services, books, pamphlets and periodicals, and specially designed business, research or scientific equipment and related software. This category of purchase shall be accompanied by a written justification from the requesting unit and must have the prior written approval by the principal business officer or their designee.
2. Contracts for professional services; provided, however, that any contract for architectural, engineering, land surveying or landscape architectural services shall be made in accordance with applicable law and Board of Regents policies requiring competitive negotiations for such services. “Professional Service” means (a) any type of service which requires a license or other legal authorization as a condition precedent to the rendering of the service, or (b) any other type of service commonly recognized as a professional service, including, but not limited to, accounting and auditing, actuarial, legal, personnel, financial, computing, management, marketing, educational program planning or evaluation, facilities planning or evaluation, insurance and risk management, or travel agency services. (See RP-6.2.1(4)(h))
3. Purchases necessary in emergency situations.
4. Contracts for maintenance or servicing of equipment with the manufacturer of the equipment or the manufacturer's authorized service agent, where in the judgment of the principal business officer such maintenance or service can be most effectively performed by the manufacturer or its authorized service agent.
5. Contracts on capital construction projects (a) for the services of a construction manager who may or may not at the discretion of the University also be engaged on the project as the general contractor or (b) for the services of a design/build contractor who will be engaged on the project to furnish design services by a qualified architect or engineer and to provide general contractor services; provided, the contracts shall be awarded in accordance with RP-6.3.7.
Additional Required Information:
Supplier Name: Amount of Purchase:
Description Supporting Non-Competitive Purchase Determination:
Check HERE if additional supporting documentation attached In accordance with Board of Regents Policy 6.2.1.16, Purchases Involving University Personnel, by signing below, you hereby affirm that you have no conflict of interest in the selection of this supplier, nor will you receive personal or financial benefit from this purchase.
Requestor’s Signature Requestor’s Name (Printed) Date
Funding Approver's Signature Funding Approver’s Name (Printed) Date
Submitted By (Procurement Services): Approved By:
Signature Date
Name (Printed): _________________________________ _____
Signature Date
Name (Printed): ______________________________________
Halda $ 17,600.00
Adding $17,600 of value to the total contract value due to changing yearly amount from $17,500 to $21,900.00. For a total potential contract value of $105,100.00
01/15/25 | 15:36 CSTAaron Crabtree
Mel Sinnard
01/15/25 | 16:07 CST
01/30/25 | 12:29 CST
Supplier HALDA LLC Contact John McIlmoil
Email john@halda.io
Participating Campuses University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Administrative Unit/Dept. The College of Business Graduate Programs
Primary Contact Name Aaron Crabtree
Primary Contact Email acrabtree2@unl.edu
(brief description and/ or event name)
The College of Business Graduate Programs office includes a relatively small team and even with the information included on our CoB Graduate Programs website and our Frequently Asked Questions, the team is asked those same things repeatedly. Through Halda’s AI-supported tools, the grad program team could quickly answer questions by using content on the website while at the same time helping us improve customized information for the user based on what they are looking for, content on the website and information captured about the visitors on our website. The incorporation of AI in creating and evaluating website engagement is a new technology that no other vendor uses for data insights and content creation in this way. Halda’s suite of AI-supported website engagement and analysis tools, along with their private data warehouse and on-staff support, combine to create a product that has no one else offers. Other vendors (Capture Higher Ed, Way Better Marketing, etc.) help with content generation, lead scoring, driving website traffic, etc., but no other company is specifically positioned to build the most effective personalization experience on university websites.
Purchase Category Marketing, Media & Print
Total Amount of Spend
17,500.00 USD Start Date 2/1/2024
12:00 AM
End Date 1/31/2025 11:59 PM
BID INFORMATION
Competitive Review Findings Non-Competitive Purchase Approved
Contract Information $77,500 including all potential renewals.
CW7656
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Title: Amendment No. One (1) to University of Nebraska Contract PRO-SERVICE-002033.
Revised: 220727
University of Nebraska Amendment No. One (1) to University of Nebraska Contract PRO-SERVICE-002033
This Amendment No. One (1) University of Nebraska Contract PRO-SERVICE-002033 (“Amendment”) is effective as of the date of the last signature set forth below (“Effective Date”) by and between the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska a public body corporate and governing body of the University of Nebraska (“University”), which is composed of a chief governing administrative unit (University of Nebraska System), four universities (University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska Medical Center, and University of Nebraska at Omaha), and such other institutions and units as may be designated by the Nebraska Legislature and HALDA LLC (“Supplier”).
University and Supplier are collectively referred to as “parties.”
A. University and Supplier entered into a Master Service Agreement effective as of November 28, 2023, wherein the parties agreed to University of Nebraska Contract PRO-SERVICE-002033. (“Agreement”).
B. The parties desire to amend the Agreement.
AGREEMENT
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained in the Agreement and this Amendment, the parties agree as follows:
1. Ratification. Except as expressly provided in this Amendment, all of the terms and provisions of the Agreement are and will remain in full force and effect and are hereby ratified and confirmed by the parties.
2. Definitions. Capitalized terms used and not defined in this Amendment have the respective meanings assigned to them in the Agreement.
3. Modifications. The Agreement is amended as follows:
a. Change the start date of the agreement to 02/01/2024.
b. Change the end date of the agreement to 01/31/2025 with four (4) optional one (1) year renewals upon mutual written agreement of both parties.
c. No value is added to this agreement. Thererfore, total agreement value is remaining $17,5000.
4. Entire Agreement. The Agreement, as amended, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral.
5. Amendment. No change, modification, or waiver of any term of the Agreement shall be valid unless it is in writing
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name:
Title:
Date: ___________________________________
Supplier
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name:
Title:
01/25/24 | 17:39 CST
Dallin Palmer
President and COOVice Chancellor for Business and Finance
01/26/24 | 11:12 CST
nebraska.edu/p2p
University of Nebraska Contract Summary
CONTRACTOR/COMPANY INFORMATION
Supplier HALDA LLC Contact John McIlmoil
Email john@halda.io
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT
Participating Campuses
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Administrative Unit/Dept.
The College of Business Graduate Programs
Primary Contact Name
Aaron Crabtree
Primary Contact Email acrabtree2@unl.edu
CONTRACT DESCRIPTION/INFORMATION
Contract Summary (brief description and/ or event name)
The College of Business Graduate Programs office includes a relatively small team and even with the information included on our CoB Graduate Programs website and our Frequently Asked Questions, the team is asked those same things repeatedly. Through Halda’s AI-supported tools, the grad program team could quickly answer questions by using content on the website while at the same time helping us improve customized information for the user based on what they are looking for, content on the website and information captured about the visitors on our website. The incorporation of AI in creating and evaluating website engagement is a new technology that no other vendor uses for data insights and content creation in this way. Halda’s suite of AI-supported website engagement and analysis tools, along with their private data warehouse and on-staff support, combine to create a product that has no one else offers. Other vendors (Capture Higher Ed, Way Better Marketing, etc.) help with content generation, lead scoring, driving website traffic, etc., but no other company is specifically positioned to build the most effective personalization experience on university websites.
Purchase Category Marketing, Media & Print
Total Amount of Spend
17,500.00 USD Start Date 6/30/2023
12:00 AM
End Date 6/29/2024 11:59
PM
BID INFORMATION
PRO-SERVICE-002033
Competitive Review Findings
Non-Competitive Purchase Approved
Contract Information $77,500 including all potential renewals.
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Title: Master Agreement - Expenditure Revised: 220727 Effective: 221227
University of Nebraska Master Agreement - Expenditure
This University of Nebraska Master Agreement - Expenditure (“Agreement”) sets forth the terms of purchase between the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska a public body corporate by and on behalf of the University of Nebraska (“University”), which is composed of a chief governing administrative unit (University of Nebraska System), four universities (University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska Medical Center, and University of Nebraska at Omaha), and such other institutions and units as may be designated by the Nebraska Legislature (each a “Campus” and collectively the “Campuses”), and HALDA LLC (“Supplier”). University and Supplier are collectively referred to as “parties.”
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants set forth in this Agreement the parties agree as follows:
1. Description of Deliverables. Supplier agrees to provide the services, goods, or both identified in the statement of work attached to the Agreement (“Statement of Work”) and any subsequent proposal or statement of work incorporated by reference into this Agreement (collectively, “Deliverables”). Supplier agrees to perform services under this Agreement to the satisfaction of University during the Term of this Agreement and with the standard of professional care and skill customarily provided in the performance of such service.
2. Payment. In full consideration for the Deliverables provided by Supplier under this Agreement, University shall pay or cause to be paid to Supplier a fee, pursuant to the Statement of Work and any subsequent proposal or statement of work incorporated by reference into this Agreement, within forty-five
(45) days after Supplier’s submission of an accurate invoice to University and all requested supporting documentation. Along with its invoice, Supplier shall submit adequate receipts and documentation as requested by University to support reimbursement of all previously agreed upon reimbursable expenses.
Supplier is expected to comply with applicable policies and procedures, including those stated within the University of Nebraska Travel Policy (located at https://nebraska.edu/-/media/unca/docs/offices-and-policies/policies/policies/university-of-nebraska-travel-policy.pdf). University, in its discretion, may decline to reimburse expenses that are not pre-approved or fail to comply with applicable policies and procedures.
Supplier agrees that it is solely responsible for payment of income, social security, and other employment taxes due to the proper taxing authorities, and that University will not deduct such taxes from any payments to Supplier hereunder, unless required by law.
3. Purchase Order Requirement. A purchase order shall be issued by University to Supplier for payment in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. All invoices submitted by Supplier shall make reference to the appropriate purchase order number to be eligible for payment.
4. Term. The initial term of this Agreement shall be from 6/30/2023 12:00 AM to 6/29/2024 11:59 PM (“Initial Term”). This Agreement may be renewed for four (4) additional one (1) year term(s) upon completion of the Initial Term (each, a “Renewal Term”) by (1) mutual written agreement of the parties or (2) University’s issuance and Supplier’s acceptance, demonstrated by Supplier’s continued performance under the Agreement, of a purchase order. Collectively the Initial Term and any Renewal Term(s) shall be referred to as the “Term.” Time is of the essence in this Agreement.
5. Confidentiality. "Confidential Information" shall mean any materials, written information, and data marked "Confidential" by University or non-written information and data disclosed by University that is identified at the time of disclosure to Supplier as confidential or is reasonably understood by Supplier to be confidential. Supplier agrees to protect and maintain Confidential Information in strict confidence for a period of three (3) years from the date of expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement and, upon request of University, return or destroy all materials containing such Confidential Information.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, Supplier shall be entitled to retain archival copies of Confidential Information https://nebraska.edu/-/media/unca/docs/offices-and-policies/policies/policies/university-of-nebraska-travel-policy.pdf https://nebraska.edu/-/media/unca/docs/offices-and-policies/policies/policies/university-of-nebraska-travel-policy.pdf
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Revised: 220727 Effective: 221227 for legal, regulatory, or compliance purposes. The obligations of this paragraph do not apply to information that is in the public domain; independently known, obtained, or discovered by Supplier; or hereafter supplied to Supplier by a third party without restriction. If Supplier is compelled by law to disclose any Confidential Information, it shall provide University with prior notice of such compelled disclosure (to the extent legally permitted) and reasonable assistance, at University’s cost, if University wishes to contest the disclosure.
6. Property Rights. University will possess all rights to any creations, inventions, or other intellectual property and materials, including copyright, trade secrets, or patents in the same, which arise out of, are prepared by, or are developed in the course of Supplier’s performance. Supplier and University acknowledge and agree that work created by Supplier in connection with its performance under this Agreement shall belong to University as "work-made-for-hire" as such term is defined under 17 USC § 201, as amended. In the event such works are not copyrightable subject matter or for any reason cannot legally be considered a work-made-for-hire, Supplier hereby assigns all right, title, and interest in and to work created by Supplier in connection with its performance under this Agreement to University and agrees to execute all documents required to evidence such assignment. University’s rights to any creations, inventions, or other intellectual property and materials, including copyright, trade secrets, or patents in the same, which arise out of, are prepared by, or are developed in the course of Supplier’s performance under this Agreement shall be exclusive and Supplier will not use, license, or permit such works to be used for any other purpose. Upon termination of this Agreement for any reason, University shall have the exclusive right, without further obligation to Supplier, throughout the world, in all languages, and in perpetuity to use the work created by Supplier in connection with its performance under this Agreement in any manner it deems appropriate, including, without limitation, editing, altering and revising such work. This provision shall survive the termination of this Agreement.
7. Termination. In the event that either party commits a material breach of this Agreement and fails to remedy or cure such breach within thirty (30) days after receipt of written notice thereof from the non-breaching party, the non-breaching party may, at its option and in addition to any other remedies which it may have at law or in equity, terminate this Agreement by sending written notice of termination to the other party. Such termination shall be effective as of the date of its receipt. Additionally, University may terminate this Agreement for its convenience upon thirty (30) days’ prior written notice to Supplier. Upon termination, University shall promptly pay Supplier for all fees incurred up to and including the effective date of termination or Supplier will refund to University a prorated share of any prepaid fees.
8. Representations and Warranties. Supplier warrants that it will convey good title to all goods, free of all encumbrances, and all goods delivered shall be free from defects in workmanship, material, and manufacture, shall comply with the requirements of this Agreement, including any drawings or specifications incorporated or samples furnished by the Supplier, and shall be free from defects in design. Supplier further warrants all goods purchased hereunder shall be merchantable quality and shall be fit and suitable for the purposes intended. In the event Supplier is providing University with services, Supplier warrants and represents that each of its employees and agents to perform any services under the terms of this Agreement shall have the skills, training, and background reasonably commensurate with their level of performance or responsibility, to be able to perform in a competent and professional manner that is consistent with industry standards. Supplier further warrants the services provided will conform to the requirements of this Agreement and that in performing the services Supplier will not be in breach of any agreement with a third party. The foregoing warranties are conditions to this Agreement and are in addition to all other warranties, expressed or implied, and shall survive any delivery, inspection, acceptance, or payment by University. All warranties shall run to University. If any warranties specified herein or otherwise applicable are breached by Supplier, University may, at its election, require Supplier to correct at Supplier’s sole expense any defect or nonconformance by repair or replacement or return any defective or nonconforming goods to Supplier at Supplier’s expense and recover from Supplier the purchase price or, in the case of services, require re-performance of the services or terminate this Agreement and receive a full refund. Supplier agrees to hold University harmless from any loss, damage, or expense, including court costs and reasonable attorneys’
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Revised: 220727 Effective: 221227 fees, that University may suffer as a result of a breach or alleged breach of the foregoing warranties. The foregoing remedies are in addition to all other remedies University may have at law or in equity.
9. Relationship of Parties. No agency, partnership, or joint venture is created by this Agreement.
The parties affirmatively disclaim any intent to form such relationship. Supplier is solely responsible for maintenance and payment of insurance and the like that may be required by federal, state, or local law with respect to any sums paid hereunder. Supplier is not University’s agent or representative and has no authority to bind or commit University to any agreements or other obligations.
10. Liability. To the fullest extent allowed by law, Supplier shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless University, its regents, officers, employees, agents, and students, for any loss, claim, damage, expense, or liability of any kind, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, arising out of or in connection with its performance or nonperformance under this Agreement by Supplier and its officers, employees, agents, and subcontractors.
11. Insurance. Supplier shall at its own expense obtain and maintain throughout the Term of this Agreement general commercial liability insurance against claims for bodily injury, death, and property damage with limits of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence, and three million dollars ($3,000,000.00) general aggregate to cover such liability caused by, or arising out of, activities of Supplier and its agents and/or employees while engaged in or preparing for the provision of the Deliverables. If the Deliverables include providing technology services, software, or support, Supplier shall obtain and maintain cyber liability insurance coverage of not less than ten million dollars ($10,000,000.00) per occurrence and in the aggregate throughout the Term of this Agreement to cover such liability resulting or arising from acts, errors, or omissions in rendering such technology services, software, or support. Upon request by University, Supplier shall furnish to University certificates of insurance evidencing that such insurance is effective prior to provision of the Deliverables. By requiring such minimum insurance, University shall not be deemed or construed to have assessed the risk or limited the liability that may be applicable to Supplier under this Agreement. Supplier shall assess its own risks and, if it deems appropriate, maintain higher limits or broader coverages. Supplier further agrees, upon request, to include University as an additional insured on its general liability insurance policy on a primary and non-contributory basis. Supplier is not relieved of any liability or other obligations assumed or pursuant to this Agreement by reason of its failure to obtain or maintain insurance in sufficient amounts, duration, or types.
12. Assignment. This Agreement is non-assignable and non-transferrable unless agreed to in writing by the parties. Any attempt by either party to assign its rights or obligations hereunder without the written agreement of the other party shall be void.
13. Amendment. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between University and Supplier with respect to the subject matter hereof and may not be amended except by an agreement signed by Supplier and an authorized representative of University.
14. Governing Law and Forum. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Nebraska without giving effect to its conflicts of law provisions. Any legal actions brought by either party shall be instituted in the state courts located in Lancaster County, Nebraska. It is understood and agreed that any legal action by Supplier in relation to this Agreement may only be instituted in accordance with the provisions of the State Contract Claims Act (Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 81-8,302 to 81-8,306), as amended.
15. Conflict of Interest. Supplier certifies, to the best of its knowledge and belief, that there are no potential organizational conflicts of interest related to this Agreement. If Supplier cannot so certify, it shall provide to University a disclosure statement that describes all relevant information concerning any potential conflict of interest under this Agreement. In the event the potential conflict of interest cannot be resolved, University may declare this Agreement void and of no further force or effect and University shall have no further obligations under this Agreement.
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16. Work Status Verification. Supplier and its subcontractors shall use a federal immigration verification system to determine the work eligibility status of new employees physically performing services within the State of Nebraska pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 4-108 to 4-114, as amended.
17. Debarment List. Supplier certifies and warrants that it has not been debarred, suspended, or declared ineligible as defined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation 48 CFR Ch.1 Subpart 9.4. Supplier also certifies that Supplier, its partners, directors, officers, employees, licensees, subcontractors, or agents have not been excluded or debarred or otherwise become ineligible to participate in Federal health care programs pursuant to 42 USC § 1320a-7. This shall be an ongoing certification and warranty during the Term of the Agreement and Supplier shall immediately notify University of any change in the status of the certification and warranty set forth in this section. If Supplier becomes excluded from Federal health care program participation or placed on the Consolidated List of Debarred, Suspended, and Ineligible Contractors, the Agreement may be terminated immediately, for cause, by University. If any partners, directors, officers, employees, licensees, subcontractors, personnel, or agents of Supplier become excluded from Federal health care program participation, such individual shall be removed from participating in this Agreement immediately. Failure by Supplier to remove such excluded individual immediately shall provide University the right to terminate the Agreement immediately for cause.
18. Taxpayer Transparency Act. Pursuant to Nebraska’s Taxpayer Transparency Act (Neb. Rev.
Stat. § 84-602.01, as may be amended), University is required to provide the Nebraska Department of Administrative Services with a copy of each contract that is a basis for an expenditure of state funds, including any amendments and documents incorporated by reference in the contract. Copies of all such contracts and documents will be published by the Nebraska Department of Administrative Services at https://statecontracts.nebraska.gov/. It shall be the sole responsibility of Supplier to notify University of any requested redactions to such contracts and documents under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 84-712.05(3) at the time of execution. In addition, Supplier agrees to defend any challenge to such redactions at its own expense.
19. Nondiscrimination. Supplier agrees that neither it nor any of its subcontractors shall discriminate against any employee, or applicant for employment to be employed in the performance of this Agreement, with respect to hire, tenure, terms, conditions, or privilege of employment because of the race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin of the employee or applicant in accordance with the Nebraska Fair Employment Practice Act, Neb. Rev. Stat. § 48-1122, as amended.
20. Discrimination including Sexual Harassment. State and federal law, as well as University of Nebraska Bylaws, policies, and guidelines prohibit discrimination (as defined therein) including harassment and retaliation, against students, employees, and other members of the University community. Prohibited types of discrimination include discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including sexual harassment), pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, and any other protected status.
Supplier shall exercise control over itself, its employees, agents, contractors, and affiliated parties to prohibit acts of discrimination, including sexual harassment, against University students, employees, and other members of the University community. Supplier shall cooperate with the University following any report of discrimination. In the event University determines that Supplier or an employee, agent, contractor, or other person affiliated with Supplier has engaged in discrimination, including harassment, or other inappropriate conduct, Supplier will take prompt and effective action, in accordance with the University’s direction, to prevent recurrence of the conduct and to correct its effects, which may include removal of Supplier or the employee, agent, contractor, or other person affiliated with Supplier from providing the Deliverables.
Supplier’s failure to comply with the University’s directive or any other part of this provision may be cause for immediate termination of this Agreement. Supplier acknowledges that the University may have obligations to report any allegations or incidents of discrimination, including sexual harassment. Supplier and employees, agents, contractors, and other persons affiliated with Supplier who are directly providing the Deliverables or present on University premises shall participate in any training as may be required by the University from time to time, including training regarding sexual harassment and diversity and inclusion.
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21. Criminal Background Investigations. If applicable, Supplier represents and warrants that Supplier has obtained, at its own expense and in a manner compliant with all applicable laws, a background screening for all of its employees who will be present on University premises. Such background screenings shall be completed consistent with current industry standards and shall, at a minimum, include the same degree of thoroughness as the background checks University conducts for its newly hired staff. Supplier agrees to update any background screening upon reasonable request by University, it being agreed that any request based upon the occurrence of any illegal activity involving Supplier or its personnel, or the reasonable suspicion of illegal activity would be deemed reasonable. Supplier shall provide University with evidence of the completion of the required background screenings upon University's request. Alternatively, in the event Supplier is an individual, University may require Supplier complete a background check consistent with current industry standards at University’s request. Supplier shall not hire, retain, or engage any individual directly involved in the performance of services under the Agreement who has been convicted (felony or misdemeanor) of or entered into a court-supervised diversion program for any sexual offense, felony assault (including domestic violence related incidents), child abuse, molestation or other crime involving endangerment of a minor, murder, or kidnapping. Supplier and Supplier’s employees or agents directly performing services under the Agreement cannot be listed on any sex offender registry. Other convictions, such as misdemeanor assault, drug distribution activity, felony drug possession, and any other felony or crime involving moral turpitude may also render Supplier and Supplier’s employees or agents ineligible to directly perform services under the Agreement, taking into consideration (a) the nature and gravity of the offense(s), (b) the time that has passed since the offense or conduct and/or completion of the sentence, and (c) the nature of the services being performed. Supplier and Supplier’s employees or agents cannot be listed on any sex offender registry. Supplier agrees to ensure any third party with whom Supplier engages to provide any part of services provided under the Agreement agrees to the same restrictions, conditions, and requirements of this section in the same capacity as Supplier.
22. Equal Opportunity (intentionally bolded). Supplier shall comply with 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60- 300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a), incorporated by reference with the following statement: “This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60- 741.5(a).
These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.”
23. Logos or University Marks. Supplier shall not use or display any University name, logo, trademark, service mark (individually a “Mark” and collectively the “Marks”) and/or other indicia designated by University as a source identifier, unless expressly authorized in writing by University. Any unauthorized use of Marks is expressly prohibited. Supplier agrees it will not use University’s name in any manner that acts as an endorsement or is an appearance of any endorsement in any promotion, advertisement, solicitation, or other communication, especially as it relates to Supplier’s business.
24. Right to Audit Privilege. The University reserves the right to audit or inspect work performed by the Supplier under the Agreement. The University may participate directly or through an appointed representative in order to verify that services related to the Agreement have been performed in accordance with the procedures indicated.
25. Affiliates. “Affiliates” for the purposes of this Agreement are agents, contractors, consultants, or other entities or individuals who are authorized by University to use the Deliverables. Affiliates may be added by University upon written notice to Supplier. The parties agree Affiliates may avail themselves to the benefits of this Agreement by way of a separate agreement between Affiliate and Supplier. Affiliates include, without limitation, any public agency or instrumentality of the government of the State of Nebraska
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26. Campuses. By virtue of the authority granted by the Board of Regents of University of Nebraska, each Campus may execute certain contracts on their own behalf. Supplier acknowledges one or more Campuses may participate under this Agreement. The Campuses shall not be considered “Affiliates” for purposes of this Agreement.
27. Compliance. Supplier and its employees and agents will comply with all laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, and licensing requirements that are applicable to the conduct of its business, including those of federal, state, and local agencies having jurisdiction and/or authority, as well as applicable University policies.
28. Incorporation and Priority of Documents. Any document that is ancillary to this Agreement (including without limitation any solicitation, purchase order, addendum, exhibit, appendix, bid, proposal, quotation, or statement of work) (“Ancillary Document”) constitutes part of this Agreement if 1) attached to the Agreement at execution thereof or 2) signed by an authorized signatory from each party at or subsequent to execution of the Agreement.
Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary in any of the following documents, precedence is established by the order of the following documents: 1) duly executed amendments to this Agreement (to the extent not superseded by a subsequent amendment); 2) this Agreement and any Ancillary Document issued by the University and incorporated by reference into this Agreement; and 3) any Ancillary Document not issued by the University and incorporated by reference into this Agreement. In the event of conflicting or inconsistent provisions between any of the foregoing documents, a document identified with a lower numerical value in this section shall supersede a document identified with a higher numerical value in this section to the extent necessary to resolve any such conflict or inconsistency. In the event an issue is addressed in one of the foregoing documents but is not addressed in another of such documents, no conflict or inconsistency shall be deemed to occur. Where terms and conditions specified in the Supplier’s bid, proposal, or quotation differ from the terms and conditions in University’s solicitation, the terms and conditions in the solicitation shall apply. Where terms and conditions specified in the Supplier’s bid, proposal, or quotation supplement the terms and conditions in University’s solicitation, the supplemental terms and conditions shall apply only if specifically accepted by University in writing.
29. Severability. The terms of the Agreement are severable. If any term or provision is declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be illegal, void, or unenforceable the remainder of the provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable.
30. Survival. Provisions surviving termination or expiration of this Agreement are those which on their face affect rights and obligations after termination or expiration and also include provisions concerning indemnification, confidentiality, representations and warranties, and governing law and venue.
31. Waiver. A waiver of any term or provision of this Agreement by University shall not be deemed to be a waiver of such provision on any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision contained in this Agreement. Any such waiver must be in writing to be effective, and no such waiver or waivers shall serve to establish a course of performance between the parties contradictory to the terms hereof.
32. Notices. Any notice required or permitted to be given under this Agreement shall be in writing sent via certified mail or hand delivery, effective when received and delivered to the addresses provided on the signature page of this Agreement.
33. Electronic Signatures. Each party agrees that this Agreement and any other documents to be delivered in connection herewith may be electronically signed, and that any electronic signatures appearing
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34. Subcontractors. Supplier shall not subcontract all or substantially all of any facet of the services without the prior written approval of University. Supplier shall be fully responsible for the acts and omissions of its subcontractors and of the persons directly or indirectly employed by them.
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