Common use of Dispute Avoidance Clause in Contracts

Dispute Avoidance. (1) The Government and Contractor agree to participate in a partnering workshop, to be conducted by an experienced professional, jointly agreed upon by the parties, within 30 days after execution of the contract. Rocky Flats Closure Contract No. DE-AC34-00RF01904 (2) The parties also agree to jointly select a "standing neutral" to be available to help resolve disputes as soon as they arise. This can be an individual or a company with specific expertise in this area. If a neutral cannot be agreed upon, the DOE Office of Dispute Resolution will assist the parties in this selection. The specific ADR process(es) and procedures, as well as the selection of the "standing neutral" will be determined at the partnering workshop.

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Sources: Contract (Kaiser Group International Inc), Contract (Ch2m Hill Companies LTD)