Terms and Conditions

CB Consultancy Services is the trading name of Chris Barber Consultancy Services Limited, registered company number 09170470

Effective Date: 14^th September 2024

Welcome to CB Consultancy Services, (“the Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions govern your relationship with us as a client or user of our services. By engaging our consultancy services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully.

1. **Definitions**

1.1 “Client” refers to any individual, company, or entity engaging CB Consultancy Services for services.

1.2 “Services” refer to the consultancy services provided by CB Consultancy Services, including but not limited to strategy development, project management, and advisory services.

1.3 “Agreement” refers to the contract formed between the Company and the Client, including these Terms and Conditions, and any applicable proposals or scopes of work.

2. **Scope of Services**

2.1 The Company agrees to provide consultancy services to the Client as described in any agreed-upon proposal, scope of work, or contract.

2.2 All Services provided are subject to these Terms and Conditions, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3. **Fees and Payment**

3.1 Fees for consultancy services will be agreed upon in advance between the Client and the Company and will be outlined in a separate contract or proposal.

3.2 The Client agrees to pay the Company according to the payment terms outlined in the contract, which may include an upfront payment, staged payments, or payment upon completion.

3.3 Invoices are due within 30 days of receipt unless otherwise specified in the contract.

3.4 Late payments may incur interest at a rate of 2% above the UK Bank Base Rate per month from the due date until full payment is made.

4. **Confidentiality**

4.1 Both parties agree to keep confidential all information relating to the business, operations, and affairs of the other party, obtained as part of this engagement, unless required by law or with written consent.

4.2 This obligation of confidentiality will remain in force for 6-months following the termination of the Agreement.

5. **Intellectual Property**

5.1 All intellectual property rights arising from the Services provided by the Company, including but not limited to reports, presentations, and strategies, shall remain the property of the Company unless otherwise agreed in writing.

5.2 Upon full payment of all fees, the Client will be granted a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the deliverables produced as part of the Services for its intended purpose.

6. **Client Responsibilities**

6.1 The Client agrees to provide timely and accurate information and materials as necessary for the provision of the Services.

6.2 The Client acknowledges that any delay in providing requested information may result in delays to the project or additional fees.

7. **Limitation of Liability**

7.1 The Company shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with the provision of its Services.

7.2 The total liability of the Company, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), or otherwise, shall not exceed the fees paid by the Client for the Services provided under the applicable Agreement.

8. **Warranties**

8.1 The Company warrants that it will perform the Services with reasonable care and skill.

8.2 The Company does not warrant that the Services will lead to any specific outcome or result unless expressly agreed upon in writing.

9. **Termination**

9.1 Either party may terminate this Agreement with 28 days written notice.

9.2 The Company reserves the right to terminate the Agreement immediately in the event of the Client’s material breach of these Terms and Conditions, including non-payment of fees.

9.3 Upon termination, the Client shall pay the Company for all Services performed up to the effective date of termination.

10. **Force Majeure**

10.1 Neither party shall be liable for any failure to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, strikes, or natural disasters.

11. **Governing Law**

11.1 These Terms and Conditions, and any Agreement between the Company and the Client, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

11.2 Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

12. **Amendments**

12.1 The Company reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. The Client will be notified in writing of any changes. Continued use of our Services after any such amendments shall constitute the Client’s acceptance of the updated Terms and Conditions.

13. **Severability**

13.1 If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. **Entire Agreement**

14.1 These Terms and Conditions, along with any proposal, contract, or scope of work, constitute the entire agreement between the Company and the Client and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

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For any inquiries or further clarification regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact info@cbconsultancyservices.co.uk

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**By engaging the services of CB Consultancy Services Ltd, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.**