This contract is a Master Independent Contractor Agreement for Architecture and Engineering Services between the Chicago Park District and Hitchcock Design Group. The contract has a term of five years with the possibility of a one-year extension. The contractor will provide architecture and engineering services to the Park District on a project-by-project basis. The contract includes provisions for insurance, indemnification, and termination. The scope of work includes providing experienced personnel to carry out the services in a timely fashion. Some key points include:
• The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• The contractor must maintain insurance as required by the contract.
• The contractor must indemnify and hold harmless the Park District and its officials and employees.
• The contract can be terminated by either party with written notice.
• The contractor must provide prompt notice of any changes in the facts or circumstances of the contract.