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OEM Distribution and License Agreement
This OEM Distribution and License Agreement ('Agreement') is made and entered into as of {{effective_date}} ('Effective Date'), by and between:
{{manufacturer_company_name}}, a company duly organized and existing under the laws of {{manufacturer_jurisdiction}}, with its principal place of business at {{manufacturer_address}} ('Manufacturer'); and
{{distributor_company_name}}, a company duly organized and existing under the laws of {{distributor_jurisdiction}}, with its principal place of business at {{distributor_address}} ('Distributor').
Manufacturer and Distributor are hereinafter collectively referred to as the 'Parties' and individually as a 'Party'.
Recitals
WHEREAS, Manufacturer is the sole and exclusive owner of certain products, including all intellectual property rights related thereto, as described in Schedule A attached hereto ('Products');
WHEREAS, Distributor has expertise in the marketing, sales, and distribution of products similar to the Products, and desires to distribute and license the Products to end-users in the Territory;
WHEREAS, Manufacturer desires to grant Distributor the right to distribute and license the Products in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein.
Grant of Rights
1.1. Grant of Distribution Rights. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, Manufacturer hereby grants to Distributor a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to distribute and market the Products to end-users within the territory of {{territory}} ('Territory').
1.2. Grant of License Rights. Manufacturer hereby grants to Distributor a non-exclusive, non-transferable, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, and sublicense the software components embedded within the Products to end-users in the Territory, solely in conjunction with the distribution of the Products.
1.3. No Other Rights. Distributor acknowledges that it obtains no other rights, express or implied, other than those specifically granted in this Agreement.
Obligations of the Parties
2.1. Distributor Obligations. Distributor shall use its best efforts to promote, market, and distribute the Products in the Territory. Distributor shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations in its marketing and distribution activities. Distributor shall provide Manufacturer with quarterly sales reports by the {{day_of_month}} day of the month following the end of each quarter.
2.2. Manufacturer Obligations. Manufacturer shall provide Distributor with all necessary technical documentation, marketing materials, and training to enable Distributor to effectively market and distribute the Products. Manufacturer shall provide ongoing technical support to Distributor and end-users as per the terms outlined in Schedule B attached hereto.
Pricing and Payment
3.1. Product Pricing. The prices at which Manufacturer sells the Products to Distributor shall be as set forth in Schedule C attached hereto and may be updated by Manufacturer upon {{notice_period}} days' written notice to Distributor.
3.2. Payment Terms. Distributor shall pay Manufacturer within {{payment_days}} days of the date of invoice. All payments shall be made in {{currency}}.
3.3. Royalties. Distributor shall pay Manufacturer a royalty of {{royalty_percentage}}% of the net sales of all licensed software components of the Products. Net sales shall be calculated as the gross sales price less any returns, allowances, and taxes.
Intellectual Property
4.1. Ownership. Distributor acknowledges that all intellectual property rights, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, and patents, in and to the Products are and shall remain the sole and exclusive property of Manufacturer.
4.2. Trademarks. Distributor shall only use Manufacturer's trademarks and trade names in connection with the marketing and distribution of the Products and in accordance with Manufacturer's brand guidelines.
4.3. Infringement. Distributor shall promptly notify Manufacturer of any actual or suspected infringement of Manufacturer's intellectual property rights by any third party.
Term and Termination
5.1. Term. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and continue for a period of {{initial_term_years}} years, unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions hereof.
5.2. Termination for Cause. Either Party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if the other Party materially breaches any of its obligations hereunder and fails to cure such breach within {{cure_period_days}} days of receiving written notice thereof.
5.3. Effect of Termination. Upon termination of this Agreement, Distributor shall immediately cease all distribution and licensing activities related to the Products and shall return to Manufacturer all copies of the Products, documentation, and any confidential information belonging to Manufacturer.
Confidentiality
Each Party agrees to keep confidential all non-public information disclosed by the other Party in connection with this Agreement. This obligation shall survive the termination of this Agreement for a period of {{confidentiality_period_years}} years.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of {{governing_law_jurisdiction}}.
Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of {{dispute_resolution_jurisdiction}}.
General Provisions
7.1. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.
7.2. Amendments. No amendment or modification of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by duly authorized representatives of both Parties.
7.3. Notices. All notices and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by reputable overnight courier, or sent by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, to the addresses set forth above.
7.4. Assignment. Neither Party may assign any of its rights or obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of the other Party.
Signature Block
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this OEM Distribution and License Agreement as of the Effective Date.
Manufacturer:
By: ___________________________
Name: {{manufacturer_signer_name}}
Title: {{manufacturer_signer_title}}
Distributor:
By: ___________________________
Name: {{distributor_signer_name}}
Title: {{distributor_signer_title}}
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