The ACC-APG Software License Innovation Contracting (SLIC) Office is hosting an online symposium focused on Software License Agreements (SLA) on 22 October 2024, from 9:00 am to 11:30 am ET via Microsoft Teams. Participants can register by filling out an RSVP form, which includes providing name, position, email, and company size, with a deadline for submission set for 11 October 2024. The symposium serves as a platform for industry professionals to ask questions related to SLA by submitting them to the SLIC Office by 8 October 2024. A live event link will be shared with registrants on 15 October 2024. Additionally, the organization encourages attendees to notify their team members who may not access SAM.gov about the event. This symposium reflects the government’s initiative to facilitate discussion and collaboration with industry stakeholders regarding software licensing, highlighting the importance of clear communication in government contracting processes.
The addendum to the License Agreement establishes crucial terms that govern the contractual relationship between the Government and the offeror regarding software products and services. It asserts that, in case of conflicting terms, the addendum overrides the License Agreement. Specific provisions, which are deemed inconsistent with Federal law or the Government's requirements, are explicitly outlined, including the unacceptability of indemnity clauses, automatic renewals, audit rights, and unilateral modifications. The Government asserts its sovereign immunity, particularly regarding GDPR, and disallows any terms binding the Government to confidential pricing or proprietary information. Moreover, the document prohibits remote disabling of software, insists on non-arbitrary government rights, and underscores restrictions against anti-competitive clauses. Overall, the addendum aims to clarify responsibilities and protect the Government's interests, serving as an important framework for compliance and dispute resolution in software licensing within federal procurements. It emphasizes the need for explicit governmental approval on contract terms and compliance with federal statutes.