1. Agreement to Terms
Welcome to Black Orchid Business Group ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website located at bobgllc.com (the "Website") and any services, content, or information provided through the Website or directly by the Company (collectively, the "Services").
By accessing or using the Website or Services, you ("User," "Client," or "you") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Website and Services immediately.
2. Description of Services
Black Orchid Business Group provides business consulting services specializing in government contracting assistance for small to mid-sized businesses. Our Services include, but are not limited to:
- Consulting Services (Government Contracting Advisory): Strategic guidance related to readiness, compliance considerations, process navigation, and competitive positioning for federal, state, county, and city opportunities.
- Market Research and Analysis: Identification and evaluation of relevant government contracting opportunities.
- Proposal Writing Assistance: Expert drafting, editing, and organizing of proposal content to meet solicitation requirements.
- Bid Management Services: Support throughout the bidding lifecycle, including timeline planning, document coordination, deadline management, and compliance verification.
The scope of any specific engagement shall be governed by a separate written agreement or statement of work executed between the Company and Client.
3. Eligibility
- You are at least eighteen (18) years of age;
- You have the legal authority to enter into these Terms;
- If acting on behalf of a business entity, you have authority to bind such entity;
- You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
4. User Accounts
You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and maintain confidentiality of your credentials. You are solely responsible for information provided to the Company and acknowledge that inaccurate or incomplete data may affect deliverables.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts at our discretion for breach of these Terms.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
5.1 Company Intellectual Property
All Website content and materials are the exclusive property of Black Orchid Business Group and protected under applicable intellectual property laws.
5.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Website for internal business purposes.
5.3 Client Materials
You retain ownership of materials you provide but grant us a license to use them for performance of Services.
5.4 Work Product
Upon payment of applicable fees, you are granted a non-transferable license to use deliverables created for you. Company frameworks, methodologies, and tools remain Company property.
6. Acceptable Use Policy
- Do not violate laws or third-party rights;
- Do not transmit unlawful or malicious material;
- Do not disrupt Website integrity;
- Do not attempt unauthorized access;
- Do not use the Website competitively.
7. Payment Terms
Fees and billing terms are governed by separate service agreements. Overdue payments may incur late fees and suspension of services.
8. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to protect Confidential Information and use it solely for performance of Services, subject to standard exceptions.
9. Disclaimers
9.1 No Guarantee of Results
The Company does not guarantee award of any government contract or bid outcome.
9.2 "As Is"
THE WEBSITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.
9.3 No Professional Advice
Information provided does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED AMOUNTS PAID DURING THE PRECEDING TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from claims arising from your use of the Website or Services.
12. Term and Termination
These Terms remain effective until terminated. Upon termination, outstanding fees remain payable and surviving provisions continue in force.
13. Modifications to Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.
14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California. Disputes shall first attempt negotiation and may proceed to binding arbitration in California under AAA Commercial Arbitration Rules.
You agree disputes will be conducted individually and not as a class action.
15. General Provisions
- Entire Agreement
- Severability
- Waiver
- Assignment
- Force Majeure
16. Contact Information
Black Orchid Business Group
Website: bobgllc.com
By using the Website or Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.