Branford

Sumterville

FUEL SURCHARGES IN FLORIDA

Current Rate: 18% Fuel Charge Effective Dec. 10, 2023

Dear Valued Customer:

Many businesses have faced unprecedented supply chain disruption and cost increases this past year. Our 3rd-party Haulers have already seen significant increases in wages and are now seeing increasing fuel inflation associated with the geopolitical uncertainty in Eastern Europe and are passing on those additional costs.

As a result, Ash Grove South will be re-implementing a Fuel Surcharge. The Fuel Surcharge will be updated on a regular basis and you should receive email notification of future adjustments as we are notified of adjustments. The current fuel surcharge will be available via our 24/7 Customer Service Line (352-559-9974) and on our website.

We will be unable to offer any price protection. All sales are subject to our standard terms and conditions.

Please note that this Fuel Surcharge is based on your Dispatch and Delivery rate and only affects delivered pricing (it will not affect cement material price).

You may be able to reduce your delivered pricing by contracting freight directly with your 3rd-party Hauler. If you are interested in directly contracting with your 3rd-party Hauler please reach out to your salesperson or our 24/7 Customer Service Line (352-559-9974) for your 3rd-Party Hauler’s contact information.

Ash Grove South sincerely appreciates your support and loyalty as we continually strive to provide you with the best quality and service in the industry.

Calculation

Fuel Surcharge is applied to the Dispatch and Delivery Rate and based on AAA average Florida Diesel Price (https://gasprices.aaa.com/state-gas-price-averages/).

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PACKAGED PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEETS

Applicability

The accompanying quotation/confirmation of sales/invoice and these terms (collectively, the “Order”) comprise the entire agreement between the parties, and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, understandings, agreements, negotiations, representations and warranties. These terms prevail over any of Buyer’s general terms and conditions of purchase regardless whether or when Buyer has submitted its purchase order or such terms.

Late Payment

Late payments shall accrue a finance charge of one and one-half percent (1 1/2%) per month or the highest rate allowable by law, whichever is less. Seller shall be entitled to recover all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of Buyer’s failure to make all payments due under the order in a timely manner.

Taxes

Buyer is responsible for payment of all taxes and duties of any nature whatsoever, including any local, state and federal taxes. Buyer agrees to indemnify and hold Seller harmless from any and all costs and expenses associated with any levy or attempted levy of any such taxes on Seller.

Suspension: Termination

In addition to any other remedies available to Seller, Seller may suspend or terminate this Order with immediate effect upon written notice to the Buyer, if Buyer; (i) fails to pay any amount when due under this Order (or any other agreement Buyer has with Seller);(ii) has not otherwise performed or complied with any of these terms (or complied with the terms of any other agreement Buyer has with Seller); (iii) becomes insolvent, files a petition for bankruptcy or commences or has commenced against it proceedings relating to bankruptcy, receivership, reorganization or assignment for the benefit of creditors; or (iv) exhibits other adverse credit condition that are unsatisfactory to Seller, as determined by Seller in its sole discretion.

Shipment: Delivery Conditions

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, all materials purchased by Buyer shall be EXW Seller’s plant sourcing the Order. If CIF Destination, the Buyer agrees to provide suitable roadways or approaches to points of delivery. Seller reserves the right to cease deliveries if Seller concludes, in its sole opinion, that the roadways or approaches are unsatisfactory. In the event Buyer orders delivery beyond curb line, Buyer assumes liability for damages to sidewalks, driveways or other property, loss and expenses incurred as a result of such deliveries to the maximum extent allowed by law. Prices quoted herein are based on prompt unloading of trucks, and in case repeated delays in unloading, deliveries may be discontinued until conditions are corrected. Delays may be subject to an additional charge.

Title and Risk of Loss

Title and risk loss passes to Buyer at the time the materials are loaded into Buyer’s, or Buyer’s agents’, vehicles, barges or other modes of transport, in the case of EXW Plant sales, or in the case of Seller’s delivery, upon delivery of the Materials at Buyer’s location.

Warranty

Seller warrants that the goods herein will conform to the specifications provided to Seller prior to manufacture of shipment of the materials. Seller’s obligation to meet the applicable specifications supersedes any and all other warranties. SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES. Buyer shall verify that Seller’s materials comply with the plans and specifications prior to installation. Changes to the plans and specifications shall be made by written change order and Seller shall be entitled to an equitable price adjustment for such changes. The express limited warranty set forth herein shall be void if Buyer fails to pay Seller in full for the materials provided by Seller pursuant to this Order.

Time

If Seller agrees to deliver the goods, Seller shall make reasonable efforts to deliver the goods by the specified delivery date and shall provide notice to Buyer of an expected delays in delivery. Seller is not responsible for failure to supply materials due to labor disputes, repairs to machinery, fire, flood, adverse weather conditions, inability to obtain transportation, fuel, electric power, or operating materials or machinery at reasonable cost; or by reason of any other cause beyond Its control, including the inability to produce materials meeting any applicable specification or requirement. In the event any such contingency should occur. Seller reserves the right to determine the order of priority of delivering to Its purchasers.

Modification

No amendment or modification of this Order shall be valid or enforceable unless in writing and signed by the party sought to be charged, and no prior or current course of dealing between the parties, or any usage of trade or custom of the industry shall modify or supplement the terms and conditions of this Order.

No Waiver

The failure of Seller to exercise any right granted hereunder shall not impair or waive Seller’s privilege of exercising such right to any subsequent time or times.

Damages

Seller’s liability for any and all damages related to this Order shall be limited to replacement of materials sold hereunder. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES WITH REGARD TO ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS ORDER.

Indemnity

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Buyer shall defend, indemnify, and hold Seller, its officers, employees, agents, insurers, sureties, and affiliates, harmless from any and all losses, damages, expenses (including attorneys’ fees), claims, suits, liabilities, fines and remedial or clean-up costs arising out of or in any way related to: (i) Buyer’s breach of this Agreement; (ii) any act or omission by or on behalf of Buyer, its employees, and agents; or (iii) the negligent or alleged wrongful installation of Seller’s materials.

Loading Responsibilities

Buyer releases Seller from any liability for any damage to Buyer’s vehicle during the loading process. Prior to loading, Buyer shall first verify the weight capacity of Buyer’s vehicle and shall ensure that any loaded vehicle leaving or entering Seller’s property is in full compliance with all applicable laws, including without limitation weight laws. Buyer is solely responsible for securing the load on any vehicles loaded for Buyer’s benefit and shall securely fasten a tarp to all loose loads or take any other necessary action to prevent product from escaping the vehicle.

Applicable Law

This Order, and the rights, duties, obligations and remedies of the parties shall be governed by or construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Seller’s plant sourcing the Order.

Miscellaneous

(A) Buyer shall be responsible for testing the materials and confirming that the materials comply with Buyer’s specifications at Seller’s facility prior to directing shipment. (B) Unless otherwise stated in this Agreement or the quote provided herewith, prices quoted shall be good for a period of thirty days. (C) Prices are based upon estimated quantities. If quantities vary more than ten percent (10%) from estimated quantities, prices are subject to adjustment corresponding with any resulting increase in Seller’s costs. (D) All funds paid to Buyer from a third party, for the materials or any portion of the materials sold to Buyer hereunder shall be deemed in trust for the payment of all materials, and such funds shall not become the property of Buyer nor any portion of such funds be used by Buyer for any purpose, until full payment is made for all materials sold by Seller to Buyer hereunder. (E) For a copy of Safety Data Sheets or product label information, please contact Seller at the phone number or address at the bottom of the page. For alternate delivery method, visit Seller’s website. Buyer agrees to draw to the attention of any persons handling or using the materials or having access to the materials while in Buyer’s possession or to whom Buyer sells the materials or any part thereof any warning, information of suggestions which are contained or referred to in the Safety Data sheets or label information, or any other literature or packaging relating to the materials.

MANDATORY BINDING ARBITRATION

ALL CLAIMS OR CONTROVERSIES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS ORDER, SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO AND RESOLVED BY BINDING ARBITRATION BY A SINGLE ARBITRATOR IN THE COUNTY AND STATE OF SELLER’S SOURCE PLANT FOR THE ORDER. THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION (“AAA”) SHALL CONDUCT THE ARBITRATION AND THE COSTS OF THE ARBITRATION SHALL BE BORNE EQUALLY BY THE PARTIES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY LANGUAGE TO THE CONTRARY IN THIS ORDER,THE PARTIES AGREE:THAT THE UNDERLYING AWARD MAY BE APPEALED PURSUANT TO THE AAA’S OPTIONAL APPELLATE ARBITRATION RULES (“APPELLATE RULES”);THAT THE UNDERLYING AWARD RENDERED BY THE ARBITRATOR SHALL,AT A MINIMUM,BE A REASONED AWARD; AND THAT THE UNDERLYING AWARD SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED FINAL UNTIL AFTER THE TIME FOR FILING THE NOTICE OF APPEAL PURSUANT TO THE APPELLATE RULES HAS EXPIRED.

EXHIBIT A: STANDARD TERMS & CONDITIONS OF PURCHASE

THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE INCORPORATED INTO THIS PURCHASE ORDER

MANDATORY BINDING ARBITRATION: ALL CLAIMS AND CONTROVERSIES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS PURCHASE ORDER, INCLUDING CLAIMS INVOLVING ANY SURETIES, SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO AND RESOLVED BY BINDING ARBITRATION BY A SINGLE ARBITRATOR IN THE COUNTY AND STATE OF BUYER’S OFFICE. THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION SHALL CONDUCT THE ARBITRATION AND THE COSTS OF THE ARBITRATION SHALL BE BORNE EQUALLY BY THE PARTIES. JUDGMENT UPON ANY AWARD MAY BE ENTERED IN ANY COURT HAVING JURISDICTION THEREOF.

PAYMENT & TAXES: Payment for conforming goods and services will be made in accordance with the terms agreed to in writing by the parties and shall not act as acceptance by Buyer. Buyer shall not be liable for any charges unless such charges are specifically agreed to in writing. Prices include taxes and duties of any nature whatsoever, including all taxes applicable to this order and/or the goods or services purchased hereunder.

TITLE & RISK OF LOSS: Title and risk of loss to the goods purchased hereunder shall pass to the Buyer only upon receipt and formal acceptance by Buyer of the conforming goods.

REQUIREMENTS ORDER: If this order pertains to a construction project, any quantities listed are estimates and this is an order for all the requirements of Buyer for the project. Prices are firm and irrevocable for the duration of the project. The Purchase Order is also subject to any pay-when-paid provisions related to the project.

WARRANTY: Seller warrants that the goods will conform to the specifications furnished or otherwise applicable, and will be fit and sufficient for the purposes intended, merchantable, of good material and workmanship and free from defects, and shall not violate any patent, trademark, or regulation law covering use of the items.

TIME: Seller shall deliver the goods or services by the specified delivery date and Seller’s obligation to meet the delivery date is of the essence of this contract. Seller shall immediately notify Buyer of any delays in writing. Buyer may cancel any delayed orders and obtain a full refund if Seller cannot comply with the delivery date.

CANCELLATION: Buyer may cancel this Purchase Order for convenience at any time by sending written notice of cancellation to Seller. In such event, Buyer shall only be responsible for paying for the conforming goods and/or services provided as of the date of cancellation. If Seller is fabricating a specialty item for Buyer, Buyer shall only be responsible for paying for goods fabricated as of that date of cancellation.

DAMAGES: Buyer shall not be liable for any consequential, incidental, or punitive damages or any attorneys’ fees in the event of any breach or cancellation of this Purchase Order.

INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS: Seller agrees to furnish Buyer with all warnings, information, instructions, labels, placards, and other materials required by any laws, statutes, rules or regulations relating to the use, shipment or transportation of the items shipped and/or delivered pursuant to this Purchase Order.

MODIFICATION & WAIVER: This instrument constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to this Purchase Order and items delivered pursuant thereto. No amendment or modification of this Purchase Order subsequent to the date hereof shall be valid or enforceable unless in writing and signed by the party sought to be charged, and no prior or current course of dealing between the parties, or any usage of trade or custom of the industry shall modify or supplement the terms and conditions of this Purchase Order. Buyer’s failure to exercise any right granted hereunder shall waive Buyer’s privilege of exercising such right at any subsequent time.

APPLICABLE LAW: This Purchase Order, and the rights, duties, obligations and remedies of the parties shall be governed by or construed in accordance with the laws of the state to which the goods are shipped.

ASSIGNMENT: Seller may not assign this purchase order without Buyer’s express written consent.

SHIPPING: Buyer and Seller shall agree to the cost and method of shipping in writing. Seller shall forward notice of shipment to Buyer on the date of shipment. The complete Purchase Order number must be shown on all invoices and shipping documents.

INDEMNITY & INSURANCE: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Seller shall defend and indemnify Buyer, its employees, and affiliated corporations, from all damages, expenses, claims, and penalties which arise out of or are related to: (a) Seller’s performance of the this contract, including the delivery or shipment of the goods; (b) any claim related to the quality or fitness of the goods; and (c) any breach of the terms of this contract. Seller shall maintain Workers Compensation, General Liability, and Auto Liability insurance to protect Buyer from such claims.

DOCUMENTATION: If requested, Seller shall provide certifications regarding the country of origin of the goods purchased hereunder and any other certifications, releases, or lien releases requested by Buyer.

COMPLIANCE WITH LAW: Seller shall comply with all laws, regulations and orders applicable to Seller or required by any contract to which Buyer is a party, including but not limited to those governing: sourcing, wage and hour, employment, drug-free workplace, safety, hazard communication, material safety data, health, and matters affecting the environment. Seller shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status; Seller shall comply with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246, 41 CFR Part 60, 23 CFR Part 230, and all other statutes and laws prohibiting any such discrimination. Seller shall comply with all federal and state antitrust laws, and warrants that no employee, officer, director or agent of Seller has directly or indirectly entered into any agreement, participated in any collusion, or otherwise taken any action in restraint of free competitive bidding in connection with this Purchase Order. If required by contract, Seller certifies that it will comply with the Required Contract Provisions for Federal-Aid Construction Contracts outlined in Form FHWA -1273 which is incorporated into this Purchase Order by reference.

SUPPLIER’S CODE OF CONDUCT: In connection with the performance of this Agreement, Seller shall, and shall cause its suppliers and subcontractors to, abide by the CRH Supplier Code of Conduct which can be viewed at http://www.crh.com/our-group/our-people/corporate-governance/codes-of-conduct (the “Code”). By signing this addendum Seller acknowledges familiarity with such Code. Any violation of such Code by Seller or its suppliers, subcontractors or agents shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement.

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