2010-63 GovDeals
Online Auction Memo of Understanding
This Online Auction Memo of Understanding (MOU) is between GovDeals, Inc. ( "GovDeals "), a
Delaware corporation having its principal place of business at 5907 Carmichael Place,
Montgomery, Alabama, 36117 and the City of Clermont ( "Client "), having its principal place of
business at 685 W Montrose Street— Post Office box 120219 — Clermont, Florida 34711.
1.0 Description of Services: GovDeals provides a means for Client to post assets for sale
and for potential buyers to bid on these assets via an online auction system. Although
GovDeals provides system access for Client to list assets, GovDeals is not a party to the
actual sale and has no control over the listed information or the ability of the buyer and
Client to complete the transaction.
2.0 GovDeals' Responsibilities: In addition to maintaining and operating an online auction
system, GovDeals will provide Client with the following services for the period agreed to
in 5.0 below:
2.1 Access to a GovDeals online "Client Asset Server" (CAS), which will allow Client to
load assets to the online auction system, maintain information about assets and view
and run reports. The CAS will provide Client with the following capabilities:
• Accept descriptive information concerning an asset including unlimited photos
• Allow different auction phases based upon dates and times
• Allow Client to set minimum starting prices, bid increments and reserves
2.2 Training and support services to assist Client in implementing the GovDeals online
auction system, which will include:
• Familiarization with the nature and operation of CAS
• Guidance in the posting of assets and provide ongoing support
• Procedures for taking and posting pictures of assets
• Based on mutual agreement between GovDeals and Client, training and support
services will be provided on -site or via telephone or Internet
2.3 Help Desk support available via telephone or email during normal business hours,
except announced holidays.
2.4 Provide marketing of assets posted to the online auction site and promote use of the -
site to potential buyers.
• Work with Client to identify items that may benefit from marketing attention.
• Provide documented proof of all marketing efforts made on behalf of Client.
• Assist in determining values and starting prices for unique and high dollar assets.
3.0 Fees: Please elect a Flexible Pricing Option (FPO) from Exhibit A and enter selection
below signature block on MOU page two (2).
4.0 Payment:
4.1 If Client elects to collect auction proceeds, GovDeals will invoice Client for fees on
the first business day of the month following the month assets are sold. Client agrees to
remit payment to GovDeals within thirty (30) calendar days from receipt of invoice,
unless an applicable prompt payment act or similar legislation specifies a different
time period.
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4.2 Client shall promptly, but no more than fifteen (15) business days after the auction end
date, notify GovDeals of any transaction that was not completed. The fees for said
transaction shall be credited to Client during the next invoice period.
4.3 If Client elects GovDeals to collect auction proceeds electronically via PayPal, credit
card or wire transfer please review and complete Exhibit B.
5.0 Term of MOU: This MOU shall commence on the date it is signed by the second party
and will continue for a period of twelve months unless otherwise terminated upon sixty
days written notice by either party. This MOU shall automatically extend for additional
one -year periods, unless either party notifies the other in writing of its intent not to renew
at least sixty days prior to the anniversary date.
6.0 Terms and Conditions: Please fmd Exhibit C attached as an example of suggested
Client Terms and Conditions. At any time during the term of this MOU, Client may
modify the Terms and Conditions. Any substitutions or modification must be submitted
to GovDeals in writing before posting assets to the GovDeals auction site.
7.0 Governance: This MOU will be governed, interpreted, construed and enforced in
accordance with the laws of the State of Florida.
8.0 Non - Exclusive Engagement: This MOU is not exclusive. Client may utilize other
approaches, including traditional auctioneer services or sealed bids. However, it is
understood and agreed that Client will not utilize other disposal approaches for an asset
at the same time the asset is listed on the GovDeals online auction site or sell by some
other means to a prior bidder any item currently or previously listed on the GovDeals site
for the purpose of avoiding payment of the GovDeals fee. Client agrees to not
manipulate or interfere with the bidding process on the GovDeals site.
This online auction memo of understanding is agreed to by:
Gov Inc Client: City of Clermont
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Signature. Signature: " `:� r— -!/ �►
Print Name: Robert L. DeBardelaben Print Name: Harold Turville Jr.
Title: President Title: Mayor
Date: 1 1D Date: 1.1\6 \lv
Memo of Understanding Contact: Flexible Pricing Options (FPO)
Attention: Sales Support Select one from options described to GovDeals Memo
of Understanding- Exhibit A-
5907 Carmichael Place
Montgomery, AL 36117 Client Collects Proceeds
Option Al 7 5% Seller- 0% Buyer)
Telephone Number: 866.377.1494 � P ( Y )
Fax Number: 334.387.0519 °-- Option A2 (0% Seller- 7.5% Buyer)
Email: salessupporuu'gm deals corn
Client elects FSS (GovDeals collects Proceeds)
'Option B1 (7.5% Seller- 5% Buyer)
Option B2 (5% Seller- 7.5% Buyer)
Option B3 (2.5% Seller- 10% Buyer)
— Option B4 (0% Seller- 12.5% Buyer) '
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EXHIBIT A - Online Auction Memo of Understanding
Flexible Pricing Options (FPO)
The Client has the option to choose from the following alternative plans:
A - Client Collects Proceeds
Option Al: The Client pays a 7.5 %* fee which will be reduced according to the Tiered Fee
Reduction Schedule (described below). GovDeals will invoice the client each month for fees on
items sold in the previous month. The client is allowed thirty (30) calendar days from date of
invoice receipt to remit payment.
Option A2: The Client pays a 7.5 %* fee but is given the capability to easily pass the entire fee on
to the winning bidder as an Administrative Fee. The client is only allowed to pass on to the
winning bidder the amount charged to them based on the tiered pricing schedule above. The
amount invoiced to the winning bidder will include the gross sale amount of the item, the
administrative fee, any special fees and sales taxes, if any. By passing this fee on to the winning
bidder, the client's effective fee is zero percent (0 %). GovDeals will invoice the client each month
for fees on items sold in the previous month. The client is allowed thirty (30) calendar days from
date of invoice receipt to remit payment.
B - Client Elects GovDeals Financial Settlement Services (FSS) allowing GovDeals to Collect
Proceeds. Only one option below can be used and once this option is chosen, it cannot be
changed for twelve (12) months.
Option Bl: The Client pays a 7.5 %* fee and the winning bidder pays a 5% Buyers Premium. **
Option B2: The Client pays a 5 %* fee and the winning bidder pays a 7.5% Buyers Premium.
Option B3: The Client pays a 2.5 %* fee and the winning bidder pays a 10% Buyers Premium.
Option B4: The Client pays zero percent fees (0 %) and the winning bidder pays a 12.50% Buyers
Premium.
Tiered Fee Reduction Schedule
GovDeals' Tiered Fee Reduction Schedule below explains how the base auction fee of 7.5% is
reduced for assets that sell in excess of $100,000 on www.govdeals.com.
1. When an asset sells for up to $100,000 in a winning bid, the GovDeals fee is seven and one -
half percent (7.5 % *) of the winning bid, but not less than $5.00.
2. Where an asset sells for more than $100,000, but less than $500,000 the GovDeals fee is seven and
one -half percent (7.5 %) of the winning bid up to $100,000, plus five and one -half percent (5.5 %)
of the winning bid for auction proceeds in excess of $100,000 up to $500,000.
3. Where an asset sells for greater than $500,000 the GovDeals fee is seven and one -half percent
(7.5 %) of the first $100,000 of the winning bid, plus a fee of five and one -half percent (5.5 %) of
the next $400,000 of the winning bid, plus a fee of three and one -half percent (3.5 %) of the bid
amount in excess of $500,000.
*Subject to a minimum per asset/lot fee of $5.00.
* *If the Client chooses to pay the full 7.5% fee, they will have access to the Tiered Fee Reduction
Schedule.
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EXHIBIT B - Online Auction Memo of Understanding
Financial Settlement Services (FSS)
It is understood the Client elects GovDeals to collect all proceeds due the Client from the winning bidder
and remit the proceeds to the Client less the GovDeals fee. Optionally, the Client may elect to not have
GovDeals withhold the fee by electing the appropriate section on the following page of this exhibit.
GovDeals will charge the winning bidder a "Buyer's Premium ", therefore, the Client is not allowed to charge
the winning bidder an additional "Buyer's Premium ".
GovDeals will collect all proceeds from the winning bidder, including the "Buyer's Premium* through PayPal,
credit card or wire transfer. This is the only means of payment by the bidder.
The Client will not release an asset to the winning bidder until the Client has received verification from
GovDeals that payment has been received from the winning bidder. Prior to an item being released to the
winning bidder, the Client will ensure the winning bidder or his/her agent has signed a "Bill of Sale"
containing the following notation. "Asset is sold as is, where is and without warranty. Once the asset is
removed from the seller's premises there is no refund of monies previously paid ". The Bill of Sale must be
printed from the Client Asset Server (CAS). Any other "Bill of Sale° used by the Client must be submitted to
GovDeals for approval.
No proceeds will be remitted to the Client for any asset sold without verification of payment from GovDeals
and verification from the Client the item has been picked up by the winning bidder. Approved payment from
the winning bidder through PayPal, credit card or wire transfer will be noted in CAS. It is the Client's
responsibility to notify GovDeals when an item has been picked up, which is accomplished by the Client
accessing CAS and selecting the "Picked Up" option from the "Paid, not picked up" report.
GovDeals will remit all proceeds collected, less the "Buyer's Premium" and the GovDeals fee to the Client
on a weekly basis for all assets marked in CAS as 'Picked Up'. However, if you choose to be invoiced for
the GovDeals' fee, GovDeals will remit all proceeds collected, less the "Buyer's Premium" only. All proceeds
will be remitted electronically by Automatic Clearing House (ACH) unless elected on the following page of
this exhibit to receive a paper check. Whether proceeds are remitted electronically via ACH or via paper
check, a detailed backup will be submitted to the Client to support the amount remitted.
Under no circumstance will the Client collect any proceeds directly from the winning bidder and if requested
to do so, the Client should refer the winning bidder directly to GovDeals for payment instructions.
GovDeals will absorb all costs of Charge Backs by PayPal or a credit card company where an item is
released to the winning bidder after the Client receives proper payment notification from GovDeals,
GovDeals receives proper pickup notification from the Client and the Client obtained and retained a signed
"Bill of Sale" from the winning bidder.
GovDeals will refund proceeds collected to the winning bidder in those rare occasions where the winning
bidder pays for an asset but never picks it up and subsequently convinces PayPal or the credit card
company to withdraw the amount from GovDeals' bank account. It is the Client's responsibility to request a
credit on the asset paid for but not picked up as soon as the allowable pick up time passes. By taking the
credit, it insures GovDeals will not charge the Client a fee and will allow the Client to resell the asset. If the
asset is mistakenly placed in 'picked up' status by the Client and GovDeals has remitted payment, the
Client agrees to refund this amount back to GovDeals.
A GovDeals' Client Services Representative or a GovDeals Help Desk Representative will train the Client
on how to effectively use the Financial Settlement Services feature and provide ongoing support as needed.
There are no additional costs to the Client for training and support.
GovDeals is covered by a Crime Insurance Policy with a limit of $5,000,000, which will protect the Client
against any loss of funds.
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Financial Settlement Services (FSS) Election and Information
Please complete payment instructions below:
If client elects FSS, this section must be completed when submitting the signed MOU back to GovDeals.
Accounting Contact li!1Gl i Zi � t r a�r►d 1 / etma ci--
(Person to receive checks and invoices) Name and Title �J
E -Mail Address. r AZlar0 LI arH1 A Ord.
Phone Number: 26 • Z ( • ? 491
(Please choose only one option for payment)
If payment will be made by ACH, please provide the following information:
Name of Bank .0c-cArN
County of Bank Lake.
Name of Client•. (Name on bank account) cs (� , Oar ti J A
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Bank Routing Number 0(0 ' 01 S
Bank Account Number 4 t 021 3 o8
Checking/Savings Q c t, ` Ati
OR:
If payment will be made by paper check, please provide the following information:
Make check payable to:
Client's Legal Name
Mail check to.
Street Address / P O. Box Number
City, State and Zip Code
— Please check here only If Client elects to NOT allow GovDeals to deduct the GovDeals fees from proceeds
due the client
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EXHIBIT C - Online Auction Memo of Understanding
City of Clermont
City of Clermont
Clermont, Florida
Online Sales - Terms and Conditions
All bidders and other participants of this service agree they have read and fully understand
these terms and agree to be bound thereby.
Guaranty Waiver. All assets are offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS." The City of Clermont
(Seller) makes no warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the
merchantability or fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale. The Buyer is not
entitled to any payment for loss of profit or any other money damages — special, direct, indirect or
consequential.
Description Warranty. Seller warrants to the Buyer the property offered for sale will conform to
its description. Any claim for misdescription must be made prior to removal of the property. If
Seller confirms the property does not conform to the description, Seller will keep the property and
refund any money paid. The liability of the Seller shall not exceed the actual purchase price of the
property. Please note upon removal of the property, all sales are final.
Personal and property risk. Persons attending during exhibition, sale or removal of goods
assume all risks of damage of or loss to person and property and specifically release the seller and
Govl)eals from liability therefore.
Inspection. Most assets offered for sale are used and may contain defects not immediately
detectable. Bidders may inspect the property prior to bidding. Bidders must adhere to the
inspection dates and times indicated in the asset description. See special instructions on each asset
page for inspection details.
Consideration of Bid. Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withdraw from
sale any of the assets listed.
Buyer's Certificate. Successful bidders will receive a Buyer's Certificate by email from
Go% Dcals.
Buyers Premium. If a Buyers Premium is shown on the auction page bidder box, then that
amount (expressed as a percentage of the final selling price) will be added to the final selling
price of all items in addition to any taxes imposed.
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Payment. Payment in full is due not later than 5 business days from the time and date of the
Buyers Certificate. Payment must be made electronically through the GovDeals Website.
Acceptable forms of payment are:
• PayPal
• Wire Transfer
• Visa
• MasterCard
• American Express
• Discover
PayPal and Credit Card purchases are limited to below $5,000.00. If the winning bid plus
applicable taxes, if any indicated, and the buyer's premium, equals more than $4,999.99, PayPal
and Credit Cards may not be used. If Wire Transfer is chosen, a Wire Transfer Transaction
Summary page will provide payment and account information. The Wire Transfer must be
completed within 5 days.
*The next section (payment) is used if the client collects the proceeds and may be modified to
reflect exact forms of payment accepted by the client. The Buyers Premium and Payment
section (above) is used only when GovDeals collects proceeds.
*Payment. Payment in full is due not later than 5 business days from the time and date of the
Buyer's Certificate. Acceptable forms of payment are:
• U. S. Currency
• Certified Cashiers Check
• Money Order
• Company Check (with Bank Letter guaranteeing funds — mandatory)
Checks shall be made payable to: City of Clermont. Payments shall be made at the location listed
in the Buyer's Certificate.
Removal. All assets must be removed within ten (10) business days from the time and date of
issuance of the Buyer's Certificate. Purchases will be released only upon receipt of payment as
specified. Successful bidders are responsible for loading and removal of any and all property
awarded to them from the place where the property is located as indicated on the website and m
the Buyer's Certificate. The Buyer will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary,
including packing, loading and transportation of the property. Under no circumstances will Seller
assume responsibility for packing, loading or shipping. See special instructions on each asset page
for removal details. A daily storage fee of $10.00 may be charged for any item not removed within
the ten (10) business days allowed and stated on the Buyer's Certificate.
Vehicle Titles. Seller will issue a title or certificate upon receipt of payment. Titles may be
subject to restrictions as indicated in the asset description on the website.
Default. Default shall include (1) failure to observe these terms and conditions; (2) failure to
make good and timely payment; or (3) failure to remove all assets within the specified time.
Default may result in termination of the contract and suspension from participation in all future
sales until the default has been cured. If the Buyer fails in the performance of their obligations,
Seller may exercise such rights and may pursue such remedies as are provided by law. Seller
reserves the right to reclaim and resell all items not removed by the specified removal date,
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Acceptance of Terms and Conditions. By submitting a bid, the bidder agrees they have read,
fully understand and accept these Terms and Conditions, and agree to pay for and remove the
property, by the dates and times specified. These Terms and Conditions are displayed at the top of
each page of each asset listed on Gov Deals. Special Instructions appearing on the asset page will
override certain sections of the terms and conditions.
State/Local Sales and/or Use Tax. Buyers may be subject to payment of State and/or local sales
and/or use tax. Buyers are responsible for contacting seller or the appropriate tax office,
completing any forms and paying any taxes that may be imposed.
Sales to Employees. Employees of the Seller may bid on the property listed for auction, so long
as they do NOT bid while on duty.
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