These terms and conditions govern the supply of all goods and services, including materials and deliverables, to Global Sports Travel and Management (a division of Chawla Group Pty Ltd, ABN: 44160451605) and any associated entities or affiliates (“Global Sports Travel”).
Global Sports Travel and Management may operate through different business units. The specific business entity engaged under this agreement is identified in a Booking Form, Purchase Order, or Supplier Agreement (collectively referred to as the “Agreement”). The rights and liabilities of Global Sports Travel are limited solely to the entity identified in such Agreement, unless explicitly stated otherwise.
All orders for goods or services will be authorized only if made in writing via:
- a valid Global Sports Travel Booking Form;
- a Global Sports Travel Purchase Order containing a link to these terms; or
- a Supplier Agreement with an authorized contract number.
Both the Supplier and Global Sports Travel must sign the relevant documents, thereby accepting these standard terms.
1. Interpretation
- Associated Party: Any director, employee, agent, or subcontractor of the Supplier, as relevant.
- Business Day: Any day that is not a weekend or public holiday in Queensland, Australia.
- Change of Control: Any sale of more than 50% of the Supplier’s voting shares or a merger.
- Confidential Information: Information marked or otherwise identified as confidential.
- Force Majeure: Includes natural disasters, civil disturbances, or government actions. Force Majeure does not include Supplier’s failure to obtain necessary personnel or materials.
- IPR: Intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, designs, and copyrights.
- Protected Mark: Any trademarks or logos identified by Global Sports Travel.
2. Supplier Responsibilities
2.1 The Supplier warrants that it and any relevant Associated Party will:
- Not act in a way that damages the reputation of Global Sports Travel.
- Provide goods/services that meet industry standards and contractual specifications.
- Use qualified personnel with adequate skills and ensure compliance with agreed deadlines.
2.2 Time is of the essence for the Supplier’s obligations under this Agreement. Delays or failure to meet deadlines may lead to termination and liability for damages.
2.3 If Global Sports Travel discovers any error or deficiency in the Supplier’s work, the Supplier must promptly correct such issues at its own cost.
3. Financial Terms
3.1 Payments will be made within 45 days of a valid invoice or 14 days after Global Sports Travel receives payment from its clients, whichever is later. 3.2 Global Sports Travel reserves the right to benefit from any available discounts. 3.3 All payments will be made in Australian dollars unless agreed otherwise. 3.4 Global Sports Travel may set off any amounts owed by the Supplier against any payments due to the Supplier. 3.5 Global Sports Travel may withhold payments if the Supplier breaches the Agreement or fails to meet deadlines.
4. Termination
Global Sports Travel may terminate this Agreement:
- Immediately upon the Supplier’s breach of contract.
- Upon termination of a related client contract or material changes in the client’s requirements.
- Without cause, with 30 days’ written notice.
In the event of termination, Global Sports Travel will pay for goods or services already provided but is not liable for any other costs or damages.
5. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all information marked or deemed confidential, both during and after the term of the Agreement.
6. Insurance
The Supplier must maintain public liability, employers’ liability, and other relevant insurances with coverage amounts acceptable to Global Sports Travel, and provide evidence of such coverage upon request.
7. Intellectual Property
Any intellectual property created under this Agreement will become the property of Global Sports Travel upon delivery or payment, whichever occurs first.
The Supplier will indemnify Global Sports Travel against any claims related to intellectual property infringement arising from the goods or services provided.
8. Publicity and Marks
The Supplier must not use any of Global Sports Travel’s trademarks, logos, or Protected Marks without prior written consent. Additionally, the Supplier may not imply any endorsement of its products or services by Global Sports Travel or its clients.
9. Regulatory Compliance
The Supplier warrants that it complies with all applicable laws, including anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and data protection regulations. Any breach of this clause will constitute a breach of contract and may lead to immediate termination.
10. Force Majeure
Neither party will be liable for delays or failure to perform due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control, provided that reasonable steps were taken to mitigate the impact. Global Sports Travel may terminate the Agreement if such circumstances persist for more than 10 Business Days.
11. Limitation of Liability
Except for death, personal injury, or fraud, Global Sports Travel’s liability under this Agreement is limited to the value of the contract. Global Sports Travel will not be liable for any indirect or consequential losses.
12. Governing Law
This Agreement will be governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. Any disputes will be resolved through arbitration.