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Non-Exclusive Engagement: This Contract is non-exclusive, meaning that the Grant Writer may provide grant writing services to other clients during the term of this Contract. Independent Contractor: The Grant Writer shall be considered an independent contractor and not an employee or agent of the Client. As such, the Grant Writer shall be responsible for their taxes, insurance, and other obligations related to being an independent contractor. Reoccurring Meetings and Reporting: Grant Writers will be available for in-person meetings, conference calls, and video calls, and providing grant status reports upon request by the Client. The Grant Writer, as a standard practice, shall not be obliged to attend reoccurring municipal board meetings, public meetings, or provide continuous reporting. In the event that the Client requires the Grant Writer's regular attendance at in-person meetings not directly related to grant writing, both parties will mutually agree to those terms in addition to this agreement. The Grant Writer will not provide continuous reports on open grant opportunities. The Grant Writer will pinpoint and present grant opportunities that align with project plans and customized ideas tailored to the specific needs of the Client. Grant Award Compliance: The Grant Writer shall not be responsible for post-award grant contract terms and compliance, project monitoring, or any other obligations related to the grant award contract. Where necessary and desired by the Client, the Grant Writer may consult with and advise the Client on its responsibilities and roles for contract compliance. The Grant Writer's role is limited to providing grant writing services, grant reporting, grant consulting and relaying information from the Client to the agency upon the terms of the grant award. ~ Grant Writers do not participant in any municipal fund raising or political party donations ~ “Client” will be responsible for the following: The registration process for any online grant portals, and providing those credentials to the Grant Writer for temporary use to access the grant portals for the purpose of preparing and submitting grant applications. It is the Client’s responsibility to maintain records of digital log-in credentials, retain and update passwords as necessary, and assign appropriate staff roles and grant responsibilities as applicable. All grant application feedback provided to the Grant Writer must be communicated via e-mail along with an e-mail acknowledging acceptance and final approval for the official submission of every grant application. Supplying any necessary photos, resolutions, cost estimates, planning documents, and/or letters of support for projects to be included in the grant proposals. Project Bidding and Vendor Selection: As per New York State requirements the Client shall conduct a fair and transparent bidding process for any grant project-related projects in accordance with municipal laws as well as meet the bidding process designated by each respective granting agency including, but not limited to, MWBE, SDVOB, EEO, etc. This involves selecting vendors and contractors based on fair evaluation criteria to ensure compliance with grant regulations, with adherence to all applicable New York State agency and local procurement policies.