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CONTRACT -
"She Does Webs"
Web
Development and Design Contract
Company / Client
________________________________________________________
Phone__________________________________
FAX____________________________________
Authorized Representative of the Client
______________________________________
Address________________________________________________________________
City___________________________ State ________
Zip __________Country_________
E-mail
address__________________________________________________________
Present WWW URL (if any):
_______________________________________________
User Name
___________________________Password__________________________
Terms of Agreement
1. Authorization
The
above named client is engaging
"She Does Webs",
a sole proprietor, located at 472 E Tibet RD. – Columbus, OH
43202 - as an independent contractor for the specific purpose of
developing and/or improving a World Wide Web site to be
installed on the client's ...web
space located on an Internet Service Provider's (ISP) server.
Hereafter, the client will be known as the "Client" and
"She Does Webs" will be known as the "Developer."
The
Client will establish a separate contract with an Internet
Service Provider (ISP) for hosting, or the Developer will
establish one for the Client. The Client hereby authorizes the
Developer to access this account, and authorizes the Host
Provider to provide the Developed with "write permission" for
the Client's web page directory, cgi-bin directory, and any
other directories or programs, which need to be accessed for
this project.
2. Standard ...Hosting Service
It
is agreed that “_________________________________” will host
this account. In the opinion of the Developer
this Host Provider offers superior service and affordable value.
In the event that ____________________________ discontinues
their free/paid Website Services either with or without prior
notification to Client, Client agrees to save Developer harmless
and in no way responsible for losses incurred as a result of
this or any other actions taken on the part of this or any other
designated ...Hosting Service
Provider.
Developers will either secure this account on behalf of the
Client, or the Client may secure the account independently. We
offer the Client the ability to secure this account
independently as a way to help the Client control cost. If
however, the Client is not an advanced user of the Internet, the
Client is encouraged to use the services of the Developer to
secure and maintain this account.
Please note:
Using an alternate host is always an option for
the Client. Should the Client desire to use a Host Provider
other than Bizhosting.com, the name of the host provider and the
terms of the hosting agreement will be listed in Appendix A.
3. Domain Registration
The Developer will secure a domain name (www.myname.com) for the
Client at the Client's request. All charges incurred in doing so
will be billed to the Client as an addition to the base price
contemplated by this agreement. These are Internic fees, and are
not a source of income for the Developer.
If
the Client already has a domain name, the Developer will
coordinate redirecting the address to the new host. Should the
Client desire a specific domain name the Developer must
undertake which another party and negotiations for said domain
name already own, additional charges may apply. The Client will
be contacted in advance before any negotiations of this nature
are undertaken or charges are incurred.
4. Training
The Developer will provide e-mail and telephone assistance to
the Client's designated representatives regarding management of
the Client's web site.
5. Base Package / Graphic Creation / E-mail
This agreement contemplates up to ___ standard branding web
pages with layout, graphic creation and JavaScript included.
This contract also includes a provision to assist the Client
with e-mail setup using the maximum number of accounts allowed
by ______________________________ if that is the host chosen by
the Client. Current e-mail clients supported by the Developer
include all versions of Microsoft Outlook Express and Netscape
Communicator.
6. Text.
The Client should supply final text unless otherwise specified
in Appendix A. 500 words per page approximate standard if not
supplied via diskette. Web pages of more than 1,200 words of
text may be subject to additional fees for increased formatting
time.
7. Links.
This agreement contemplates up to an average of 12 external or
relative links per page and an e-mail response link on each web
page to any e-mail address the Client designates. This agreement
also contemplates making any link the Client desires "pop up" in
a new window if requested at the specific dimensions and
configuration specified by the Author.
8. Cross Browser Compatibility.
Our
agreement contemplates the creation of a web site viewable by
both Netscape 4.0 and Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0.
Compatibility is defined herein as all critical elements of each
page being viewable in both browsers. Client is aware that some
advanced techniques on the Internet, however, may require a more
recent browser version and brand or plug-in. Client is also
aware that as new browser versions of Internet Explorer and
Netscape are developed, the new browser versions may not be
backward compatible. In the absence of a Maintenance Agreement
time spent to redesign a site for compatibility due to the
introduction of a new browser version will be separately
negotiated and in addition to the base price of our agreement.
9. Graphic Creation / Banner Advertisements.
It is anticipated that the Developer will create, capture or
receive from the Client all the graphic elements necessary to
complete the Client's web site. This includes scanning the
company logo, ancillary images, animated graphics and banner
advertisements. This also includes photography or scanning
services as listed below. This contract does not contemplate,
however, the creation of more than 2 banner advertisements.
Should the Client need more than 2 animated banners, the charge
will be listed in Appendix A.
10. Photography
"She
Does Webs" offers no Photography Services whatsoever.
11. Scanning.
This agreement contemplates scanning up to 10 images for the
Client. It is contemplated that this will accommodate the needs
of most Clients. If more than 10 images need to be scanned the
charge for each will be $5.00 after the 10-image allowance has
been reached.
Please note: If you anticipate needing extensive scanning service,
please discuss this need with your sales professional. Discounts
are available for volume scanning service.
12. Page Redirection / Plug-in Technology
Java Script programming necessary to complete the Client's site
is included in the base price of this contract. JavaScript
programming also includes page redirection based on the presence
or absence of a viewer's browser, plug-in, screen resolution and
platform. Note however, that if additional pages are necessary
to accommodate specific browsers, plug-in technology, screen
resolutions, or platforms additional charges may apply if the
12-page maximum contemplated by our agreement is exceeded.
13. Java Applets.
This agreement does not contemplate the use of Java Applets
unless specified in Appendix A. Clients are encouraged to not
use Java Applets as many viewers on America Online will be
served an error when trying to view the page. Java Applets may
also 'crash' older computers on download and download times for
some viewers can be excessive.
14. CGI / Perl.
This contract contemplates one basic form embedded on the
Author's web site with the data captured in each form delivered
to the Client at the Client's specified e-mail address. If the
Client requests a specific script beyond this capability and it
must be purchased by the Developer at the Client's request, the
charge for the script, if any, will be billed back to the
Client.
15. Macromedia Flash
Macromedia Flash is always an option to the Client's of the
Developer. If chosen, the specific understanding of our
arrangement will be listed in Appendix A. Although Flash work
is charged by the hour, the Developer warrants to protect the
client by specifying a maximum charge in advance which will be
listed in Appendix A.
The
Developer warrants to work earnestly to come in under the
maximum charge.
16. DHTML
Our base agreement does not contemplate using DHTML technology.
However, as with Macromedia Flash this is always an option for
the Author. If DHTML technology is desired by the Author, the
rate to program each DHTML page will be specified in Appendix A.
The Author understands that DHTML technology may not work in
older browsers and some DHTML technology is not cross-browser
specific.
17. Real Audio/Video.
Our
base agreement does not contemplate using Real Audio or Real
Video on the Client's site. If chosen, however, the charges for
such will be listed in Appendix A.
18. QuickTime / QuickTime VR
Our
agreement does not contemplate using QuickTime or QuickTime VR
technology on the Client's web site. This is, however, certainly
an option for the Client. If chosen, the charges for such will
be listed in Appendix A.
19. E-commerce.
This contract contemplates the possibility of an
e-commerce enabled site. If a shopping cart is required for the
Client's site, “ShopFitter.com” will be the
default software used and _________________________________ will
be the host. The charges for the shopping cart will be listed in
Appendix A as an addition to the base price of this agreement.
20. Secure Certificate
This agreement contemplates the possibility of an
e-commerce enabled site. If the Client selects an e-commerce
enabled site, the Client is encouraged to obtain a secure
certificate for online transactions. The Client understands that
if they do not obtain their own secure certificate, design
capabilities on the shopping cart itself may be limited.
21. NO Merchant Account Capabilities
The Client's web site requires the ability to accept credit
cards. The Client will need an Account established with “ShopFitter.com”,
which shall be obtained by the Developer at the Client’s
request. The Client understands that no up front charges are
necessary to secure the ShopFitter Account. ShopFitter charges a
per transaction fee at the rate of .50 cents per Transaction
regardless of the Products/Services cost. ShopFitter will
invoice Client once a month. (Every 30 days) ShopFitter will
forward all Credit Card Transactions made on the Client’s
ShopFitter Site to the Client via E-Mail notification. "She Does
Webs" can in no way be held responsible for any losses due to
the relationship between ShopFitter and the Client.
22. Merchant Account
If
the Client has already has a Merchant Account; the Developer
will link all goods and or Services to it. In the event that the
Client desires a Merchant Account obtained by the Developer, the
Developer will do so at additional charge.
23. ASP / Cold Fusion.
Sites requiring database design may require Microsoft ASP or
Allaire Cold Fusion technology. Any charges applicable to ASP or
Cold Fusion are in addition to the base price of our agreement
and will be listed in Appendix A.
24. Databases.
This agreement does not include a provision for the creation of
a database unless specifically listed in Appendix A. If your
site requires a database the charges for such will be listed in
Appendix A.
25. Payment Terms / Work Flow
A minimum deposit of $________. 00 is required to commence work.
Once the $_______. 00 deposit is received by the Developer basic
site design concepts will be put online for the Client's viewing
and approval. Alternatively, Developer may show Client the
designs in via e-mail attachments. Communication between the
Developer and the Client is crucial during this phase to ensure
that the ultimate publication will match the Client's taste and
needs. Upon completion of this stage, the Client will be asked
to confirm acceptance for the basic site design via e-mail or by
signing a printed copy of the design. Once this acceptance is
received from the Client, the work necessary to complete the
project will begin.
Authors should continue, however, to continually view updates to
the site and express their preferences or dislikes to the
Developer. Upon completion of the web site, an e-mail or letter
and invoice will be sent to the Client advising the Client that
the work has been completed. Final payment of the remaining
$______. 00 balance plus any additional charges incurred will be
due within fifteen (15) business days after delivery of this
e-mail or letter and invoice. If the fifteen (15) day minimum is
not met an additional charge of 10% is due. If payment is not
made within thirty (30) days of notification, simple interest
will accrue on the balance owed at a rate of 18% from the date
the 10% penalty was levied. Website Content will not be uploaded
to designated Hosting Service Provider until payment in full has
been received.
Developer reserves the right to deny uploading Website if
payment is not made within ten (30) days after delivery of our
completion notification. Most frequently, problems making
payment timely are the result of poor communication channels in
a company's Accounting Department. If a payment delay is
anticipated, please contact the Developer to discuss potential
problems in advance. If problems are anticipated we may be able
to accommodate an alternate arrangement.
26. Client Amends
Developer prides itself in providing excellent customer service.
That is the spirit of our agreement and the spirit of the
Developer's business. To that end, we encourage input from the
Client during the design process.
The
Developer understands, however, that Clients may request
significant design changes to pages that have already built to
the Client's specification. To that end, please note that our
agreement does not include a provision for "significant page
modification" or creation of additional pages in excess of our
agreed ___-page maximum. If significant page modification is
requested after a page has been built to the Author's
specification, we must count it as an additional page.
Some examples of significant page modification at the request of
the Author include:
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Developing a
new table or layer structure to accommodate a substantial
redesign at the Client's request.
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Recreating or
significantly modifying the company logo graphic at the
Client's request.
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Replacing
more than 75% of the text to any given page at the Client's
request.
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Creating a
new navigation structure or changing the link graphics at the
Author's request.
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Significantly
reconfiguring the Client's shopping cart with new product,
shipping or discount calculation if an e-commerce enabled site
has been selected by the Client.
Clients who anticipate frequently changing the look of their
site during the design process and Clients who desire to be
intricately involved design of each page are encouraged to
negotiate an agreement which exceeds the ___ page maximum. If
the Client requests significant page modification after the ____
page maximum has been reached the charge will be $100.00 for
each additional page. Moderate changes, however, will always be
covered during our development of the site and also covered by
our one month of free maintenance.
Again, we strive to accommodate the needs of each Client and we
maintain a liberal redesign policy. We cannot, however, provide
major redevelopment services to the Client in excess of the ___
page maximum contemplated by this agreement.
27. Maintenance Agreements
Maintenance Agreements are negotiated on a Client-by-Client
basis, as each Client will have differing needs. This is another
way the Developer seeks to help the Client control cost. If you
have chosen a Maintenance Agreement the terms of such will be
listed as Appendix B to this agreement.
Developer offers two kinds of maintenance agreements. In one,
the Client pays a fixed monthly rate for such things as changing
price to an item, adding additional inventory, making moderate
graphic changes, and coordinating delivery of the web site with
the Host Provider. In the other agreement, the customer pays on
an '”as needed” hourly basis.
28. Third Party or Client Page Modification
Some Clients will desire to independently edit or update their
web pages after completion of the site as a way to control costs
and avoid the expense of a Maintenance Agreement. This is always
an option for Clients of the Developer. If the Client desires
this capability, it will be specifically listed in Appendix B.
Note however, that if this option is selected and the Client or
an agent of the Client other than the Developer attempts to
update the web site and damages the design or impairs the
ability for the web pages to display or function properly, time
to repair the web pages will be assessed at an hourly rate of
$75. There is a one-hour minimum. In this regard, Clients are
encouraged to obtain a Maintenance Agreement.
29. CD Burning.
The Developer will burn one copy of the Client's web site into a
CD at the Client's request upon completion of the site.
Additional copies of the CD are available for $25.00 each.
30. Search Engine Registration
The Developer will optimize the Clients web site with
appropriate titles, keywords, descriptions and text and
thereafter submit the Client's web site to each of the major
search engines and directories excluding Yahoo. The Developer
also offers advanced search engine optimization and site
promotion services. If advanced search engine optimization and
site promotion services are desired the agreement for said
services will be listed in Appendix B.
The
Developer encourages all commercial Clients to obtain advanced
Search Engine Optimization and Site Promotion services. The
Developer encourages the Client to pay the $_______ .00 fee
required for submission consideration in the Yahoo Directory as
this Directory is responsible for approximately 45% (or better)
of all Website Traffic currently on the Internet.
31. Assignment of Project
The Developer reserves the right to assign certain
subcontractors to this project to insure the right fit for the
job as well as on-time completion. The Developer warrants all
work completed by subcontractors for this project. When
subcontracting is required, the Developer will only use industry
recognized professionals.
32. Additional Expenses.
Client agrees to reimburse the Developer for any critical Client
requested expenses necessary for the completion of the project.
Examples would be:
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Purchase of
specific fonts at the Client's request,
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Purchase of
specific photography at the Client's request.
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Purchase of
specific software at the Client's request.
33. Copyrights and Trademarks
The Client represents to the Developer and unconditionally
guarantees that any elements of text, graphics, photos, designs,
trademarks, or other artwork furnished to the Developer for
inclusion in the Client's web site are owned by the Client, or
that the Client has permission from the rightful owner to use
each of these elements, and will hold harmless, protect, and
defend the Developer and its subcontractors from any claim or
suit arising from the use of such elements furnished by the
Client.
34. Age
Authorized representative of the Client certifies that he or she
is at least 18 years of age and legally capable of entering a
contract in the State of ____________________________ on behalf
of the Client.
35. Limited Liability
Author agrees that any material submitted for publication will
not contain anything leading to an abusive or unethical use of
the Web Hosting Service, the Host Server or the Developer.
Abusive and unethical materials and uses include, but are not
limited to, pornography, obscenity, nudity, violations of
privacy, computer viruses, harassment, any illegal activity,
spamming, advocacy of an illegal activity, and any infringement
of privacy.
Client hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the
Developer from any claim resulting from the Client's publication
of material or use of those materials.
It
is also understood that the Developer will not publish
information over the Internet, which may be used by another
party to harm another. The Developer will also not develop a
pornography or Warez web site for the Client. The Developer
reserves the right to determine what is and is not pornography.
36. Indemnification.
Client agrees that it shall defend, indemnify, save and hold the
Developer harmless from any and all demands, liabilities,
losses, costs and claims, including reasonable attorney's fees
associated with the Developer's development of the Client's web
site. This includes Liabilities asserted against the Developer,
it's subcontractors, it's agents, its clients, servants,
officers and employees, that may arise or result from any
service provided or performed or agreed to be performed or any
product sold by the Client, its agents, employee or assigns.
Client also agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the
Developer against Liabilities arising out of any injury to
person or property caused by any products or services sold or
otherwise distributed over the Client's web site. This includes
infringing on the proprietary rights of a third party, copyright
infringement, and delivering any defective product or
misinformation which is detrimental to another person,
organization, or business.
37. Laws Affecting Electronic Commerce.
The Client agrees that it is responsible for complying with the
laws, taxes, and tariffs related to e-commerce, and will hold
harmless, protect, and defend the Developer and its
subcontractors from any claim, suit, penalty, tax, or tariff
arising from the client's use of Internet electronic commerce.
Author also understands that the Developer cannot provide legal
advice.
38. Ownership to Web Pages and Graphics.
Copyright to the finished assembled work of web pages produced
by the Developer and graphics shall be vested with the Client
upon final payment for the project. This ownership is to
include, design, photos, graphics, source code, work-up files,
text, and any program(s) specifically designed or purchased on
behalf of the Client for completion of this project.
39. Design Credit.
Client agrees that the Developer may put a byline text with
embedded Hyperlink to Developer’s Website on the bottom of their
index.html or main.html web page establishing design and
development credit. Client also agrees that the web site created
for the Client may be included in the Developer's portfolio.
40. Nondisclosure.
The Developer its employees and subcontractors agree that,
except as directed by the Client, it will not at any time during
or after the term of this Agreement disclose any Confidential
Information to any person whatsoever. Likewise, the Client
agrees that it will not convey any Confidential information
obtained about the Developer to another party.
41. Author Referral Commission Program
The
Developer recognizes 'word-of-mouth' advertising as our most
favorable method of developing new business. As such, we want to
reward customers who are pleased with our work and refer us to
another individual, business, or organization.
If
you refer our services to another party and we ultimately
establish a contract with that party, we will provide you, the
Client, with two months of free maintenance service. For Clients
who regularly help us attract new clients, this can result in a
virtually free Maintenance Agreement.
42. Completion Date
The Developer and the Client must work together to complete the
web site in a timely manner for both parties to remain
profitable.
We
agree to work expeditiously to complete this project no later
than ___________________________________.
43. Cancellation
Cancellation of the project at the request of the Client must be
made by certified letter. In the event that work is postponed or
canceled at the request of the Client by registered letter, the
Developer shall have the right to retain the original $_____ .00
deposit. In the event this amount is not sufficient to cover the
Developer for time ($100 per completed web page) and expense
already invested in the project additional payment will be due.
If additional payment is due, this will be billed to the Client
within 10 days of notification via registered letter to stop
work. Final payment will be expected under the same terms as
listed in Article 25 above.
44. Arbitration.
Any disputes in excess of $1,000 (or the maximum limit for small
claims court) arising out of this Agreement shall be submitted
to binding arbitration before the Joint Ethics Committee or a
mutually agreed upon Arbitrator suitor pursuant to the rules of
the American Arbitration Association. The Arbitrator's award
shall be final, and judgment may be entered in any court having
jurisdiction thereof. The Author shall pay all arbitration and
court costs, reasonable attorney's fees and legal interest on
any award or judgment in favor of the Developer.
45. Entire Understanding.
This contract and the Appendices attached thereto constitute the
sole agreement between the Developer and the Client regarding
this project. It becomes effective only when signed by both
parties. It is the spirit of this agreement that this will be a
mutually beneficial arrangement for the Client and the
Developer. Specific details of our agreement will be attached as
Appendix A, Appendix B, and Appendix C.
Both parties warrant that they have read and understand the
terms set forth in this agreement.
This agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of________________.
On
behalf of the Client. _______________________
Date ______________________________________
On behalf of the Developer. _____________________
Date ______________________________________
Thank you for choosing
"She
Does Webs"
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