Inspection and acceptance

The "Inspection and Acceptance" clause outlines the buyer's right to examine and evaluate the goods or services provided by the seller before formally accepting them. This clause typically includes the process, timeline, and conditions under which the buyer can reject goods or services that do not meet specified quality or performance standards.

15 Inspection and acceptance examples

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    Inspection and Acceptance. Deliverables and Services (including interim and final Milestone Events) will be subject to inspection, test, and acceptance or rejection by Globalstar. Globalstar may, in Globalstar’s sole discretion, reject any Deliverable or Service that does not meet the Specifications or otherwise comply with the terms of this Agreement. Upon rejection of a Deliverable or Service, Contractor shall: (i) as soon as reasonably practicable but no later than 30 days after rejection, provide a plan acceptable to Globalstar to re-deliver the Deliverables or re-perform the Services; (ii) promptly correct any failure to comply with the terms of this Agreement in accordance with the agreed plan; and (iii) re-deliver the rejected Deliverable or re-perform the rejected Service as soon as practicable. Globalstar will accept or reject the re-delivery or re-performance in accordance with the foregoing procedure, until Globalstar either accepts or cancels the Deliverable or Service. Globalstar shall provide written notice to Contractor following its final acceptance of Deliverables and Services (“Final Acceptance”).
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    Globalstar, Inc. (GSAT)
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    Inspection and Acceptance. Sonim may perform outgoing inspection and acceptance tests on the Products at Company’s facilities and/or receiving inspection and acceptance tests at a Named Place specified in the Purchase Order with the following rights and obligations.     5.6.1 Sonim may perform lot inspection at Company’s site for the first production lot and any first lot of a new manufacturing location or substantial design change. Sonim will have the right to perform inspection and acceptance tests, designate a representative(s) to perform inspection and acceptance tests, or ask Company to perform outgoing inspection and acceptance tests, all with prior notice to Company and subject to Company’s consent, for second and later lots of the same Product. All the inspection to be performed under this Section 5.6.1 shall be in accordance with the mutually standards and procedures as set forth in Exhibit B.
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    SONIM TECHNOLOGIES INC (SONM)
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    Inspection and Acceptance Inspection and acceptance of the articles, services, and documentation called for herein shall be accomplished by the Contracting Officer, or his duly authorized representative (who for the purposes of this contract shall be the Project Officer/COR) at the destination of the articles, services or documentation. The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or re-performance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. The Government must exercise its post-acceptance rights: • Within a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been discovered; and • Before any substantial change occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the item. • Goods damaged by Government personnel during product receipt is not covered under warranty. • Note: Needles and Syringes are provided as complete, unopened cases. As such, excess quantities required due to rounding to the nearest whole case will be supplied as no cost to the government.
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    Emergent BioSolutions Inc. (EBS)
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    Inspection and acceptance of the product, and documentation called for herein shall be accomplished by the Government COR. The COR will review, examine, and verify that all services and deliverables fulfill and are in compliance with the requirements and standards as stated in this contract. Technical inspection and acceptance will take place at: Location to be Determined at time for award Acceptance may be presumed unless otherwise indicated in writing by the Contracting Officer or the CO’s duly authorized representative within 30 days of receipt.
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    Outset Medical, Inc. (OM)
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    INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE Inspection and acceptance of all work, performance, reports and other deliverables, under this task order, will be performed at the Contractor’s facility or approved subcontractor facility, by the Contracting Officer or the duly authorized representative of the Government. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) is a duly authorized representative of the Government and is responsible for the inspection and acceptance of all items/activities to be delivered and or completed under this task order.
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    Emergent BioSolutions Inc. (EBS)
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    Inspection and Acceptance   According to the quality standard acceptance, the product must meet the qualification certification and in line with the national standards and industry standards. Product technical parameters, components must meet the requirements of the buyer. The Seller shall guarantee that the equipment is brand new and unused, and fully conforms to the mandatory national technical specifications and the requirements of quality, specification, performance and technical specifications stipulated in the contract, and consistent with the specifications stipulated in the contract.   The Buyer’s receipt or acceptance certificate shall not exempt the seller from the product quality assurance responsibility. If any warranty maintenance matters occur during the warranty period, the Seller shall be liable in accordance with the relevant provisions of the warranty maintenance responsibility. In spite of the Buyer’s quality acceptance, in case of quality problems affecting the use of the products, the Buyer still has the right to request the seller to return or replace the products or bear the liability for breach of contract according to the agreement of non-delivery. Damages for breach of contract shall include but not limited to attorney’s fees, legal costs, travel expenses and all direct and indirect economic losses.   After the products are delivered, the Buyer shall have the right to replace the products in case of quality problems or quantity shortage. If the qualified rate of the products is not 100%, the Buyer shall have the right to return the products, and the Seller shall accept the products and return/replace them within 2 days after receiving the Buyer’s notice. If the Buyer still fails to meet the Buyer’s requirements after one return/replacement, the Buyer shall have the right to terminate the Contract and the Seller shall return the money already paid and pay 10% of the total order amount to the Buyer as liquidated damages.
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    Mingteng International Corp Inc. (MTEN)
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    Inspection and acceptance of technical data and information will be performed by the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) or his duly authorized representative. Inspection of technical data and information will be performed by ensuring successful completion of the requirements set forth in the DD Form 1423, Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and incorporation/resolution of Government review comments on the data items. Acceptance will be evidenced by execution of an unconditional DD Form 250, Material Inspection and Receiving Report, as appropriate, and/or upon receipt of a second endorsement acceptance by the PCO on the attachment to this contract entitled N/A. The attached form will not be used for high cost data such as drawings, specifications, and technical manuals.
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    Peninsula Acquisition Corp
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    House delivery inspection and acceptance inspection   8.1 Party A guarantees to deliver the house before_______________ (YYYY/MM/DD), and guarantees that the house and ancillary facilities are in a state of normal use at the time of delivery.   8.2 When Party B accepts the house, it shall check and accept it in accordance with the “List of Auxiliary Facilities and Equipment” in the appendix of the contract. If there is any objection to the decoration, facilities, and equipment, it should be raised to Party A on the spot, and both parties shall record it in the “List of Auxiliary Facilities and Equipment”. If it is difficult to detect and judge on the spot, it shall be submitted to Party A within 30 days.   8.3 Party B shall return the rented house with ancillary facilities and equipment to Party A on the expiry date of the house lease.
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    SHENGFENG DEVELOPMENT Ltd (SFWL)
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    INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE   A. Delivery and Acceptance. Awardee shall notify the AO and AOR at least [**] prior to initial delivery of first shipment of test kits. Exceptions are permitted if approved by the AO. Upon notification, the AOR will instruct the Awardee to deliver kits to either up to three centralized Government-designated distribution sites within the continental United States or up to three additional specific individual final destinations within the continental United States. Upon delivery of product, notification of delivery quantities shall be made to the AOR.   Upon receipt of the provided certificates and any inspection of product at the origin or destination site(s) that was timely requested (physical or representative, i.e., pictures), the AOR will review and recommend acceptance or rejection. The Government shall accept product that conforms to contract requirements based on Certificates of Analysis and certificate(s) of cGMP conformity provided by Awardee and review of temperature monitoring data. The AO will correspondingly notify Awardee of acceptance or rejection. However, the Government’s acceptance of product will be deemed to have occurred if the Government does not provide written notice of acceptance or rejection within [**] of Awardee’s provision of all applicable certificates.   A. Inspection: The Government has the right to inspect and test all work called for by this Agreement, to the extent practicable at all places and times, including the period of performance, and in any event before acceptance. The Government may also inspect the premises of the Awardee. The Government shall perform inspections and tests in a manner that will not unduly delay the work. If the Government performs any inspection or test on the premises of the Awardee, the Awardee shall furnish, at no increase in price, all reasonable facilities and assistance for the safe and convenient performance of these duties. Except as otherwise provided in the Agreement, the Government shall bear the expense of Government inspections or tests made at other than the Awardee’s premises.   B. The Government shall inspect/accept or reject the work as promptly as practicable after completion/delivery, unless otherwise specified in the Agreement. Government failure to inspect and accept or reject the work shall not relieve the Awardee from responsibility, nor impose liability on the Government, for nonconforming work. Work is nonconforming when it is defective in material or workmanship or is otherwise not in conformity with Agreement requirements. The Government has the right to reject nonconforming work. Inspection/Acceptance of the Prototype performed should not exceed [**] after completion.
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    Cue Health Inc. (HLTHQ)
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    8. Inspection and acceptance shall be at destination.
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    Valneva SE (VALN)
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    Inspection and Acceptance Method   One-month trial should be arranged after the completion of the supply, installation and commissioning of goods. Party A and Wendeng Sub-center of Weihai Public Resources Trading Center shall arrange inspection (with the assistance from relevant experts depending on actual situations) and issue inspection report for procurement equipment of the local government of Wendeng District, Weihai City. Party B shall send the inspection report to Weihai Wendeng District Government Procurement Supervision and Management Office, Wendeng Sub-center of Weihai Public Resources Trading Center and corresponding business divisions of Weihai Wendeng District Finance Bureau.   After the acceptance, Party B shall send the invoice to Party A in time, and Party A shall send photocopies of invoice to the corresponding business division of finance bureau within three working days after the confirmation for the authenticity of the invoice.   In case the equipment needs to be inspected or need to engage a professional agency for the inspection, Party B shall be responsible for the inspection expenses.   If the quality, specification or technical parameters of the equipment is not consistent with corresponding requirements in this contract, or the equipment is proved to have any defect during the warranty period, including potential defects or the use of any nonconforming materials, Party A shall have the right to reject the goods and claim damage against Party B.
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    REED Ltd
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    INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE.   The Buyer shall notify the Seller in writing on the day of receiving the Products, otherwise the receipt date shown in the carrier’s logistics status shall be deemed as the actual receipt date (the “Arrival Date”). The Buyer shall examine the Products as soon as possible after the Arrival Date and shall notify the Seller in writing of any lack of conformity of the Products within 3 days from the date when the Buyer discovers or ought to have discovered the lack of conformity. In any case the Buyer shall have no remedy for lack of conformity if it fails to notify the Seller thereof within 15 days from the Arrival Date. The Products will be deemed as consistent with the agreement by both Parties if the Buyer fails to do so in the above-mentioned inspection and acceptance period.
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    Wave Sync Corp.
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    Inspection and acceptance of the Asset: Within 30 days after the effective date hereof, the Parties shall jointly inspect the Asset so as to verify whether it is completely and fully provided, and technicians of Party A shall conduct on-site performance testing and commissioning of the Asset, for which party B shall provide necessary assistance. Upon Party A’s acceptance, the Parties shall sign the acceptance list of the Asset. The Asset shall be handed over in an “as-is” condition, and returned with depreciation and wear and tear based on such “as-is” condition.
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    Hello Inc. /Cayman Islands/
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    Inspection and Acceptance.   a. Microsoft may cancel these PO Terms or the applicable SOW if Supplier fails to comply with the standards and specifications in these PO Terms.       b. All Goods and Services will be subject to Microsoft’s inspection and testing, at any time and place, including the period of manufacture and before final acceptance. If Microsoft inspects or tests at Supplier’s premises, Supplier, without additional charge, will provide all reasonable facilities and assistance for the safety and convenience of Microsoft’s inspectors. No inspection or testing done or not done before final inspection and acceptance will relieve the Supplier from responsibility for defects or for other failure to meet the requirements of these PO Terms.       c. If any item provided under these PO Terms is defective in materials or workmanship or not in conformity with the requirements, then Microsoft may reject it without correction, require its correction within a specified time, accept it with an adjustment in price, or return it to Supplier for full credit. When Microsoft provides notice to Supplier, Supplier will promptly replace or correct, at their expense, any item rejected or requiring correction. If, after Microsoft’s request, Supplier fails to promptly replace or correct a defective item within the delivery schedule, Microsoft may, at its sole option: (1) replace or correct such item and charge the cost to Supplier; (2) without further notice terminate these PO Terms or the applicable SOW for default, return the rejected item to Supplier at Supplier’s expense and Supplier will promptly refund any amounts paid by Microsoft for the returned item; or (3) require a reduction in price.       d. Notwithstanding any prior inspections or payments made, all Goods and Services will be subject to final inspection and acceptance at Microsoft’s designated location within a reasonable time after delivery or performance. Records of all inspection work will be complete and available to Microsoft during performance of these PO Terms and for such further period as Microsoft determines.  
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    APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS, INC. (AAOI)
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    INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE a.The Contracting Officer or the duly authorized Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will perform inspection and acceptance of deliverables to be performed and the milestones to be achieved. b.Inspection and acceptance will be performed as identified in the contract requirements.
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    FLUIDIGM CORP (LAB)

What is Inspection and Acceptance?

“Inspection and acceptance” refers to a process commonly used in various industries, such as manufacturing, construction, and government contracting, to ensure that goods or services meet specified requirements before they are formally accepted by the buyer. This procedure involves examining the delivered items or work to verify compliance with the contractual or purchase agreement terms.

Inspection activities might include visual examinations, testing, measuring, or verification tasks performed by the buyer or a third-party inspector. Acceptance, on the other hand, is the formal acknowledgment that the delivered goods or services conform to the specified requirements and will be accepted as fulfilling the terms of the contract.

When should I use Inspection and Acceptance?

You should use inspection and acceptance when:

  • Quality Assurance is Critical: When the quality of goods or services needs to be assured before they are accepted and paid for.
  • Contractual Obligations are in Place: To ensure that all terms and conditions agreed upon in a contract are met before final acceptance.
  • Compliance with Standards: When there is a need to comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, or specific specifications set out in a contract.
  • Risk Management: To manage the risk of receiving substandard goods or services that could affect your operations or reputation.
  • Preventing Future Disputes: To avoid disputes regarding the quality and compliance of goods or services received.

How do I write an Inspection and Acceptance clause?

To write an effective inspection and acceptance clause, consider including the following elements:

  1. Scope of Inspection: Clearly define what will be inspected and the criteria for the inspection.
  2. Inspection Process: Outline the process for conducting inspections, including who will be responsible and how inspections will be documented.
  3. Acceptance Criteria: Specify the conditions that must be met for the goods or services to be accepted.
  4. Timeline: Include deadlines for when inspections will occur and when the acceptance decision must be made.
  5. Non-conformance Procedures: Describe the steps that will be taken if the goods or services do not meet the acceptance criteria.
  6. Final Acceptance: Detail how and when final acceptance will be confirmed.

Example Clause: “The Buyer shall inspect the goods within 5 business days of delivery to ensure they comply with the specifications set out in Appendix A. If the goods conform to these specifications, the Buyer shall provide written acceptance. Should the goods fail to meet the specifications, the Seller will be notified in writing and provided an opportunity to correct any deficiencies within 10 business days.

Which contracts typically contain Inspection and Acceptance?

Inspection and acceptance clauses are typically found in contracts where quality and compliance are of high importance. Such contracts may include:

  • Government Contracts: Especially military or large infrastructure contracts where specifications are stringent.
  • Manufacturing Contracts: Where produced goods must meet precise standards and quality levels.
  • Construction Contracts: To ensure buildings or infrastructure projects meet regulatory and safety standards.
  • Supply Agreements: For the delivery of bulk or critical products that must meet specific standards before being part of the supply chain.
  • Service Contracts: Particularly those involving deliverables that need to meet certain criteria, like software development or consultancy services.

Using clear inspection and acceptance terms within these contracts helps protect both buyers and sellers by defining expectations and providing a clear process for the assessment of deliverables.

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