Terms & conditions
1. Purpose
These general terms and conditions aim to define the terms of collaboration between BATI CONCEPT PLUS SARL (hereinafter "the Service Provider") and its clients (hereinafter "the Client") for the following services: architecture, urban planning, interior architecture, environmental studies, project management, and site supervision.
2. Quotes and fees
All services are subject to a prior written quote, detailing the nature, scope of the mission, and the amount of fees. The quote is valid for a period of thirty (30) days from its issuance. The signing of the quote by the Client constitutes acceptance of these general terms and conditions. Fees are calculated either on a fixed-price basis or as a percentage of the construction cost, depending on the nature of the mission. Payment terms (schedule, advances) are specified in the quote.
3. Intellectual property of plans and studies
All plans, sketches, models, technical documents, and studies produced by the Service Provider remain its exclusive intellectual property, even after delivery to the Client, in accordance with Law No. 2000/011 of December 19, 2000, on copyright in Cameroon. The Client has a right to use the documents for the realization of the project covered by the contract. Any reproduction, adaptation, or reuse of the plans for another project or by another service provider without written authorization is prohibited. The Service Provider reserves the right to publish photographs and plans of completed works as part of its professional communication (portfolio, website, social media), unless the Client objects in writing.
4. Client obligations
The Client undertakes to provide the Service Provider with all the documents, information, and authorizations necessary for the proper execution of the mission (land title, topographical surveys, soil studies, etc.) within the agreed deadlines. Any delay in transmitting these elements may result in a postponement of the execution deadlines.
5. Liability
The Service Provider is bound by an obligation of means in the execution of its missions. It is covered by professional liability insurance in accordance with applicable regulations. The Service Provider shall not be held liable in the event of delay or non-performance resulting from a force majeure event, acts attributable to the Client or third parties, or modifications to the project requested by the Client during execution.
6. Termination
Either party may terminate the contract by registered letter with acknowledgment of receipt, subject to a notice period of thirty (30) days. In the event of termination at the Client's initiative, services already performed remain payable. In the event of termination at the Service Provider's initiative, advances received for unperformed services shall be refunded.
7. Applicable law and dispute resolution
These general terms and conditions are governed by Cameroonian law. In the event of a dispute, the parties shall endeavor to reach an amicable settlement before any legal action. Failing this, the courts of Yaoundé shall have exclusive jurisdiction.