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," and "Contractor," and establishes the order of precedence for contract documents. The terms cover acceptance, agreement completeness, unauthorized obligations, and a respectful workplace policy. Key provisions include dispute resolution, excusable delays, termination for convenience or default, payment terms, and procedures for changes and inspection. The document also addresses taxes, title and risk of loss, warranties, and limitations of liability. Compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including those related to environmental, safety, health, and information technology (IPv6), is mandated. Specific articles detail patent indemnity, reporting of royalties, intellectual property infringement, and the handling of suspect/counterfeit items. Additionally, it covers applicable law, public dissemination of contract information, executive compensation reporting, and employee identification. Numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) clauses are incorporated by reference, covering areas such as gratuities, subcontractor sales, business ethics, whistleblower rights, information system safeguarding, and various labor and environmental standards.
This document is a draft Purchase Order (BNL-0000474312) from Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA), LLC, under its prime contract with the U.S. Department of Energy. Dated December 29, 2025, it outlines the terms and conditions for vendors, including payment (Net 30), freight (FOB Destination, Frt Prepaid UPS-GROUND), and contractual representative information. The document emphasizes adherence to BSA's General Terms and Conditions and the Brookhaven National Laboratory Supplier Quality Assurance Requirements (BNL-QA-101), which covers quality systems, assessments, change approvals, subcontractor responsibilities, material protection, and calibration of measuring equipment. Special instructions detail invoicing procedures, delivery locations and hours, advance notification for heavy or oversized shipments, and restrictions on unacceptable packing materials like vermiculite. The document also specifies requirements for various equipment types, including electrical, fire protection, hoisting, powered machine shop, aerial devices, and powered industrial trucks, ensuring compliance with relevant safety and industry standards. Additionally, it addresses suspect counterfeit parts, electrostatic discharge control, Global Harmonized System compliance for chemicals, age/shelf life control, and procedures for product recalls or safety alerts.