Contractor Agreement

THIS AGREEMENT made this15th day of June 2009 by and between A.I.P General Contractors Inc., hereinafter called the Contractor and Paul Dos Santos, hereinafter called the Owner. 

Witnesseth, that the Contractor and the Owner for the consideration names as follows: 

Article 1. Scope of the Work 
The Contractor shall furnish all of the materials, except as noted below, and perform all of the work shown on the Drawings and/or described in the Specifications entitled Exhibit A, as annexed hereto as it pertains to work to be performed on property at 2340 Piccadilly Circus Naples, Fl. 34112

Article 2. Time of Completion 
The work to be performed under this Contract shall be commenced within ten days of Permit receipt, and shall be substantially completed within eight weeks after day of commencement. Time is of the essence. Signature by both parties and receipt of Draw#1 constitutes contract commencement.

Article 3. The Contract Price 
The Owner shall pay the Contractor for the material and labor to be performed under the Contract the sum of FIFTY THREE THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED Dollars ($53,600), subject to additions and deductions pursuant to authorized change order. 

Article 4. Progress Payments 
Payments of the Contract Price shall be paid in the manner following:
Draw #1: $10,000- at contract approval 
Draw #2: $10,000- after slab pour
Draw #3: $10,000- after tie beam pour
Draw #4: $10,000- after dry-in (trusses, sheathing and felt paper installed)  
Draw #5: $10,000- after MEP rough inspections approved by Collier County
Draw #6: $ 3,600 - after final approval and C.O. issuance by Collier County
 
Article 5. General Provisions 
Any alteration or deviation from the above specifications, including but not limited to any such alterations of deviation involving additional material and/or labor costs, will be executed only upon written order for same, signed by Owner and Contractor, and if there is any charge for such alteration or deviation, the additional charge will be added to the contract price of this contract. If payment is not made when due, Contractor may suspend work on the job until such time as all payments due have been made. A failure to make payments for a period in excess of 5 days from the due date of the payment shall be deemed a material breach of this contract.

In addition, the following general provisions apply: 
1.	All work shall be completed in a workman-like manner and in compliance with all building codes and other applicable laws. 
2.	The contractor shall furnish a plan and scale drawing showing the shape, size dimensions, and construction and equipment specifications for home improvements, a description of the work to be done and description of materials to be used and the equipment to be used or installed, and the agreed consideration for the work. 
3.	To the extent required by law individuals duly licensed and authorized by law to perform said work shall perform all work. 
4.	Contractor may at its discretion engage sub-contractors to perform work hereunder, provided Contractor shall fully pay said sub-contractor and in all instances remain responsible for the proper completion of this Contract. 
5.	Contractor shall furnish Owner appropriate releases or waivers of lien for all work performed or materials provided at the time the next periodic payment shall be due. 
6.	All change orders shall be in writing and signed both by Owner and Contractor, and shall be incorporated in, and become part of the contract. 
7.	Contractor warrants it is adequately insured for injury to its employees and others incurring loss or injury as a result of the acts of Contractor or its employees or sub-contractors. 
8.	Contractor shall at its own expense obtain all permits necessary for the work to be performed. 
9.	Contractor agrees to remove all debris and leave the premises in broom clean condition. 
10.	In the event Owner shall fail to pay any periodic or installment payment due hereunder, Contractor may cease work without breach pending payment or resolution of any dispute. 
11.	All disputes hereunder shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with rules of the American Arbitration Association. 
12.	Contractor shall not be liable for any delay due to circumstances beyond its control including strikes, casualty or general unavailability of materials. 
13.	Contractor warrants all work for a period of 12 months following completion. 

Article 6. Additional Terms 

Owner responsible for supply of following items (Contractor responsible for installation):
1.	All electrical fixtures: lights, bulbs, etc…
2.	All plumbing fixtures: toilet, bidet, faucets, sink, etc…
3.	All floor coverings: carpet, bath tile

Signed this       day of      , 20     . 

Signed in the presence of: 

Witness

Witness

Name of Owner:	Paul Dos Santos	

By (Signature):		

Name of Contractor:	Alejandro Pantoja	

By (Signature):		
		
Street Address:	85 27TH ST NW	
City/State/Zip:	Naples, Fl. 34120	
Telephone No.:	239.200.3667	
Contractor’s Licenser No.:	CGC061456