This document outlines the General Terms and Conditions for Commercial Products and Services at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), operated by Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC (BSA). It defines key terms such as Agreement, BSA, Contractor, and Government, establishing the hierarchy of contract documents. The terms cover crucial aspects of the agreement, including acceptance, modifications, termination for convenience or default, payment, inspection, warranties, and limitations of liability. The document emphasizes compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and specific regulations related to information technology (IPv6), patent and copyright infringement, and the handling of suspect/counterfeit items. It also details requirements for reporting executive compensation, employee identification, and the incorporation of various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) clauses. The federal common law of government contracts governs disputes, with a focus on negotiation and mediation. This comprehensive set of terms ensures clarity, compliance, and proper execution of contracts at BNL.
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) has issued Purchase Order BNL-0000467843 for laser diode and fiber optic patch cable, operating under a prime contract with the U.S. Department of Energy. The purchase order outlines detailed shipping and invoicing requirements, emphasizing the need for packing slips on the outside of boxes, clear referencing of the PO number on all documents, and electronic invoice submittal. Special instructions highlight that the PO does not bind the U.S. Government or DOE, prices are firm unless stated otherwise, and modifications require a signed change order. Deliveries are accepted Monday through Friday, with specific advance notification requirements for heavy or oversized shipments. The document also details comprehensive Supplier Quality Assurance Requirements (BNL-QA-101), covering aspects such as quality system certification (ISO 9001), assessment by BNL, change approval, subcontractor responsibility, conformance, material protection, and calibration of measuring equipment. Additional provisions address suspect counterfeit parts, electrostatic discharge control, electrical and fire protection equipment certification, hoisting equipment, powered machine shop equipment, various elevating work platforms, industrial trucks, used industrial equipment, Global Harmonized System compliance for chemicals, age/shelf life control, and product recall alerts.