The Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC (BSA) General Terms and Conditions document, effective May 23, 2025, outlines the contractual obligations for commercial products and services at Brookhaven National Laboratory. It defines key terms like "Agreement," "BSA," and "Contractor," establishing an order of precedence for contract documents. The document details acceptance, survivability, and modification clauses, along with policies on unauthorized obligations, workplace conduct, and environmental/safety reporting. It covers critical areas such as assignments, dispute resolution, excusable delays, and termination for convenience or default. Payment terms, inspection rights, tax responsibilities, title/risk of loss, and warranties are also specified. The agreement further addresses intellectual property, including patent indemnity and royalty reporting, and mandates compliance with various federal, state, and local laws, including those related to IT (IPv6), suspect/counterfeit items, executive compensation reporting, and employment eligibility verification. Numerous FAR and DEAR clauses are incorporated by reference, covering gratuities, contingent fees, small business utilization, labor standards, and sustainable acquisition practices, among others.
This draft purchase order from Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC (BSA) for the U.S. Department of Energy outlines general and special quality assurance requirements for suppliers. Key general requirements include ISO 9001 compliance, buyer assessment rights, change approval protocols, subcontractor responsibility, and adherence to various safety and equipment standards (e.g., electrostatic discharge, electrical equipment certification by NRTL, hoisting, powered machine shop, and aerial devices). It also details mandates for Global Harmonized System (GHS) compliance for chemicals, age/shelf life control, and product recall communication. Special requirements emphasize traceability for products not directly from original manufacturers, requiring purchases only from franchised/licensed distributors with proper documentation. The document also includes instructions for deliveries, invoicing, and specific packing material restrictions, particularly regarding vermiculite and asbestos certification.