Floral Decorating Contract
Flowers By Margo, a California-based business entity (“Florist”), and _______________________ (“Client”), are parties to this Floral Services Agreement effective as of the date of signing. The agreement outlines the terms and conditions for the provision of floral services by the Florist to the Client for the specified event.
1. FLORAL SERVICES
Florist agrees to provide the floral services specified. Client shall provide Florist with all necessary information and access to the event site to enable Florist to perform the Services.
2. PAYMENT TERMS
Client agrees to pay Florist the total amount specified in Exhibit A for the Services. A deposit of 30% of the total amount shall be due upon execution of this Agreement, and the remaining balance shall be due on or 1 month before the Event Date. All payments shall be made in U.S. dollars by check or cash.
3. RENTAL ITEMS
If any rental items are provided by Florist as part of the Services, the specific items and rental fees shall be detailed in Exhibit A. Client is responsible for the care and safekeeping of all rental items from the time of delivery until they are returned to Florist. Client agrees to reimburse Florist for any loss, theft, or damage to rental items occurring during the rental period, up to the full replacement cost of each item.
4. PICKUP AND DELIVERIES
Florist shall deliver all floral arrangements and rental items to the event location specified on Page 1 of this Agreement on the Event Date. The exact delivery time shall be coordinated between Florist and Client to ensure timely setup and installation. In the event Client requests pickup of any items after the event, Client shall provide Florist with sufficient notice, and additional charges may apply. Florist shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to items left unattended after the event.
5. ADDITIONAL CHARGES
Suppose any additional services are requested in writing by Client or any unforeseen circumstances require additional labor, materials, or transportation. In that case, Client shall be responsible for any additional charges incurred as a result. Florist will notify Client in advance of any additional charges whenever possible and obtain Client’s written approval.
6. CHANGES OF DATES AND CANCELATIONS
Any changes of dates must be requested by Client in writing and approved by Florist. If the changes result in additional costs, Client agrees to pay such costs. If not enough time is given or Florist is not available on the new date and no agreement to a new date is made this change will be equal to a cancelation. In the event of cancellation by Client, the deposit shall be non-refundable. If cancellation occurs within __14_ days of the Event Date, Client shall be responsible for payment of the full amount specified in Exhibit A.
7. ALLERGIES AND FLOWER PREFERENCES
The Client shall notify the Florist of any allergies or sensitivities that they or their guests may have to certain types of flowers or greenery. The Florist shall make reasonable efforts to avoid the use of any flowers or greenery that may cause an allergic reaction. Additionally, the Client may inform the Florist of any specific flowers or colors that they do not wish to be included in the floral arrangements. The Florist shall make reasonable efforts to accommodate these requests, but cannot guarantee the availability or suitability of certain flowers or colors.
8. SUBSTITUTIONS
Florist reserves the right to make substitutions of equal value in the event that the specified flowers or materials become unavailable due to circumstances beyond Florist’s control. Florist will make every effort to maintain the overall style, theme, and color scheme of the arrangements as agreed upon with the Client.
9. LIABILITY
Florist’s liability for any claim, whether based on breach of contract, negligence, or any other theory, shall not exceed the amount paid by Client under this Agreement. In no event shall Florist be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages, including but not limited to, loss of profits or revenue.
10. FORCE MAJEURE
Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under this Agreement due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to, acts of God, war, terrorism, civil unrest, labor disputes, or governmental actions.
11. GOVERNING LOW
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed following the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement, including Exhibits A, constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, whether written or oral, between the parties hereto with respect to such subject matter. No modification, amendment, or waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.
13. INDEMNIFICATION
Client agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Florist and its employees, agents, and representatives from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to (a) any breach of this Agreement by Client, or (b) any damage or injury to persons or property caused by or occurring in connection with the Services, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Florist.
14. NOTICES
All notices, requests, and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed duly given when personally delivered or sent by email, facsimile, or certified mail (return receipt requested) to the addresses set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as either party may designate by notice to the other party.
Company Name: FLOWERS BY MARGO Signature_____________________ Date________________________________
Client Name: ______________________________Signature__________________ Date________________________________
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.