Dispatch & Carrier Agreement

DISPATCH & CARRIER

AGREEMENT
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This Agreement is made on the above listed date and by the above listed carrier by and between ''Gatscomp Logistics'', hereafter referred to as DISPATCHER, and above listed carrier Hereinafter referred to as CARRIER. WHEREAS, DISPATCHER is a transportation dispatcher handling the necessary paperwork between a SHIPPERS and the CARRIER in order to secure ''CARGO'' for said CARRIER. WHEREAS, CARRIER is a Motor CONTRACT Carrier subject to the jurisdiction of the ICC: NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and convents hereinafter contained it is mutually agreed by and between parties hereto as follows:
1. DOCUMENTS
CARRIER must furnish DISPATCH with the following documents prior to the implementation of this agreement to http://gatscomp.net/projectmanager or by using this web form
Copy of Client's Authority (MC Permit)
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Credit Card Authorization Form
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A signed W-9 form
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Copy of Driver License History
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Limited Power of Attorney form
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Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate
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Drug & Alcohol Test
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USCIS Form I-9
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Certificate on Insurance, listing GATSCOMP as Certificate Holder
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2. RELATIONSHIP
The relationship of CARRIER to DISPATCH shall, at all times, be that of an independent contractor. DISPATCH agrees to solicit, and offer freight transportation shipments for CARRIER from and to such locations between service may be required, subject to the availability of suitable equipment. DISPATCH shall be the agent for CARRIER for searching for loads, booking them, dispatching, handle all paperwork directly with the broker and/or shipper, including advances, and any load problems.
3. TERM
The term of this AGREEMENT shall be effective as of the date hereof, and shall continue thereafter for a term of None (0) year of such date, and automatically from load by load only thereafter, subject to the right of either party here to cancel the AGREEMENT at any time upon not less than thirty (7) days written notice by certified mail or email with a receipt that it has been read of one party to another.
4. DISPATCH SERVICE METHOD
DISPATCH's objective is to design a pro-active logistic plan a week in advance, based on CARRIER's territory preference. The plan is influence by the current situation on the market and/or region, in order to take advantage of the most profitable loads. DISPATCH's logistics coordinators (dispatchers) will find loads that best matches CARRIER's preference, and communicate such options with CARRIER and/or it's driver. Once CARRIER agrees to accept the load, DISPATCH will send all necessary and required supporting documents to broker/shipper. Once the load confirmation is received, it is forward to CARRIER, for it's records. DISPATCH agrees to ''assist'' CARRIER with any load issues, road assistance, advances, paperwork, and/or billing issues.
5. MEMBERSHIP SERVICE PLAN (please check one)
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6. COMPENSATION
The amount due to DISPATCH, will be automatically deducted from, a Debit/Credit Card provided by CARRIER on this agreement. By the end of the business day of receiving the load confirmation from brokers/shippers, DISPATCH will charge the Debit/Credit Card on file for the agreed service rendered. In case that the load gets cancelled by broker/shipper for any reason, CARRIER will receive a credit for the amount of the load in question for future loads. However, if the load gets canceled by CARRIER for any reason, (i.e. breakdown, etc.) CARRIER will not receive credit for the load in question. On the other hand, CARRIER will be compensated directly from other brokers/shippers handling the load, or from a factoring company chosen by CARRIER.
7. NON-SOLICITATION
CARRIER agrees that it will not solicit traffic from any shipper, consignor, or customer of DISPATCH where the CARRIER transports loads, or is made aware of such traffic, as a result of DISPATCH's efforts. It is further agreed that this non-solicitation provision shall be in force and effect during the term of this AGREEMENT and for a period of one (1) year from the date of the termination of this AGREEMENT for any reason. In the event of non-compliance with the specific provisions of this paragraph, CARRIER upon discovery of breach, be liable to DISPATCH for 100 percent (100%) of the gross transportation revenue received by CARRIER from said shipper(s) within one (1) year after the date of termination of this AGREEMENT.
8. BILLS OF LADING
Each shipment will be evidenced by a bill of lading issued by other brokers/shippers. Such bills of lading or receipts or invoices are however, for the sole purpose of evidencing receipt for the goods.
9. EQUIPMENT CARRIER
agrees to provide, operate and maintain in good working condition, motor vehicles and all allied equipment necessary to perform the Transportation Schedule in a safe, efficient and economical manner.
10. DRIVERS CARRIER
agrees to provide properly qualified, trained and licensed drivers and other personnel to perform the transportation and related services under this Agreement and each transportation schedule in a safe, efficient and economical manner. CARRIER's personnel are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times, and shall ascertain and comply with all of Customer's facility rules and regulations while on Customer's premises.
11. FREIGHT LOSS, DAMAGE OR DELAY
CARRIER shall have the sole and exclusive care, custody and control of the shipper's property from the time it is picked up for transportation, until it is delivered to the destination. CARRIER assumes the liability of a common carrier for loss, delay, damage to or destruction of any and all of shipper's goods or property while under CARRIER's care. Payments by CARRIER to DISPATCH or its customer, pursuant to the provisions of this section, shall be made within thirty (30) days following receipt by CARRIER of DISPATCH's or customer's invoice and supporting documentation for the claim.
12. SUB-CONTRACT PROHIBITION
CARRIER specifically agrees that all freight tendered to it by DISPATCH shall be transported on equipment operated only under the authority of CARRIER, and that CARRIER shall not in any manner sub-contract, broker, or in any other form arrange for the freight to be transported by a third party without the prior written consent of DISPATCH.
13. INDEMNIFICATION
CARRIER agrees to indemnify, defend and hold DISPATCH and its customer (including their officers, directors, employees, subcontractors and agents) harmless from and against any and all liabilities, damage, fines, penalties, costs, claims, demands and expenses of whatever type or nature. CARRIER shall be responsible for and agrees to indemnify DISPATCH for any and all personal injury, property damage, loss, claim, injury, obligation or liability arising from CARRIER's actions, behavior or transportation pursuant to this agreement.
14. GOVERNING LAW, JURISDICTIONS AND VENU
This agreement shall be governed by and constructed in accordance with laws of the State of Texas both as interpretation and performance. DISPATCH and CARRIER hereby consent to and agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the federal and State courts located in Guadalupe County, Texas in connection with any claims or controversies arising out of this Agreement.
15. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
In the case of insufficient funds or credit card decline, there is a built in grace period of 7 days after the due date, before the account is subject to suspension. In which case, the account must be paid current and is subject to a reinstatement fee of $100.00.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,
the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.

DISPATCH:

Company: Gatscomp Logistcs
Contact: Terrance Gatson, Owner

CARRIER:

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