1. Definitions and Interpretation
1.1. In these Conditions the following definitions apply:
Additional Terms means any additional terms agreed to in a Statement of Work that add to or amend these Conditions.
Agency Services means the agency services provided by Narwhal Group as further described in the relevant Statement of Work that may include services relating to SEO, PPC, copywriting, account management and overall strategy relating to digital performance.
AgenticAI Services means the services provided via the Platform that enable the Client to access, configure, and deploy one or more AI-powered virtual agents utilising artificial intelligence functionality ("AI Agents") to undertake Campaigns on behalf of the Client.
Applicable Law means all applicable laws, statutes, regulations and codes from time to time in force.
Appointment means a meeting, call, or other interaction (whether virtual or in-person) between a prospective customer and the Client that Narwhal Group has arranged or facilitated through its comparison website(s), digital channels, or other means where:
a) the prospective customer has expressed interest in the Client's products or services;
b) the prospective customer satisfies the targeting or eligibility criteria agreed with the Client (including, for example, geographic location, property type, affordability, and purchase timeline); and
c) Narwhal Group has provided the Client with valid contact details or transferred the prospective customer through a live communication channel.
b) the prospective customer satisfies the targeting or eligibility criteria agreed with the Client (including, for example, geographic location, property type, affordability, and purchase timeline); and
c) Narwhal Group has provided the Client with valid contact details or transferred the prospective customer through a live communication channel.
Appointment Setting Services means the services provided by Narwhal Group to identify, qualify, and arrange Appointments between prospective customers and the Client.
Authorised User the Client's employees, agents, independent contractors or other individuals authorised by the Client to access and use the Agentic AI Services.
Bribery Laws means the Bribery Act 2010 and all Applicable Laws in connection with bribery or anti-corruption.
Business Day means a day other than a Saturday, Sunday or bank or public holiday.
Campaigns means a marketing campaign defined by the Client (acting via its Authorised Users) and produced through the AgenticAI Services in accordance with this Contract.
Client means the named party in the Statement of Work which has agreed to purchase the Services from Narwhal Group and whose details are set out in the Statement of Work.
Commencement Date the date set out in the Statement of Work.
Conditions means Narwhal Group's General Terms & Conditions of supply as set out in this document.
Confidential Information all information (however recorded, preserved or disclosed) disclosed by a party or its Representatives to the other party and that party's Representatives in connection with this Contract, including the terms of this Contract, that would be regarded as confidential by a reasonable business person relating to: (i) the business, affairs, customers, clients, suppliers, plans, intentions, or market opportunities of the Disclosing Party; and (ii) the operations, processes, product information, know-how, designs, trade secrets or software of the Disclosing Party, and any information or analysis derived from Confidential Information. Confidential Information shall exclude information which is: (a) generally available to the public (other than as a result of breach of confidentiality obligations); (b) available or which comes available to the receiving party on a non-confidential basis before disclosure; or (c) independently developed without access to such Confidential Information.
Contract means the agreement between Narwhal Group and the Client for the supply and purchase of Services incorporating these Conditions, the Statement of Work and including all their respective schedules, attachments and annexures referred to therein.
Customer Materials means any materials, data, text, graphics, videos, photos, designs, domain names, documentation, processes and procedures, information, programmes or any other content supplied by (or on behalf of) the Client or Authorised Users to Narwhal Group in connection with this Agreement.
Data Protection Legislation means:
a. To the extent the UK GDPR applies, the law of the United Kingdom or of a part of the United Kingdom which relates to the protection of personal data.
b. To the extent the EU GDPR applies, the law of the European Union or any member state of the European Union to which Narwhal Group is subject, which relates to the protection of personal data.
b. To the extent the EU GDPR applies, the law of the European Union or any member state of the European Union to which Narwhal Group is subject, which relates to the protection of personal data.
Deliverables any output of the Services to be provided by Narwhal Group to the Client as specified in a Statement of Work.
EU GDPR means the General Data Protection Regulation ((EU) 2016/679), as it has effect in EU law.
Fees the sums payable for the Services as set out in a Statement of Work, including the Subscription Fees.
Intellectual Property Rights patents, utility models, rights to inventions, copyright (including source code) and neighbouring and related rights, trademarks and service marks, business names and domain names, rights in get-up and trade dress, goodwill and the right to sue for passing off or unfair competition, rights in designs, rights in computer software, database rights, rights to use, and protect the confidentiality of, Confidential Information (including know-how and trade secrets) and all other intellectual property rights, in each case whether registered or unregistered and including all applications and rights to apply for and be granted, renewals or extensions of, and rights to claim priority from, such rights and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection that subsist or will subsist now or in the future in any part of the world.
Minimum Term means the period of time for which Narwhal Group are to supply the Services to the Client as set out in the Statement of Work.
Narwhal Group means Narwhal Group Limited a company incorporated and registered in England and Wales with company number 13603579 whose registered address is at 2 Charnwood House, Marsh Road, Bristol, BS3 2NA.
Permitted Purpose means use of the Platform by the Client enabling the Client to orchestrate their own Campaigns.
Platform means the cloud-based software platform made available to the Client by Narwhal Group, including through a dashboard interface, enabling the Client to access and configure one or more AI Agents and otherwise access the AgenticAI Services.
Renewal Term means the period of time for which Narwhal Group are to supply the Services to the Client after the Minimum Term has expired and as set out in the Statement of Work.
Services means the services set out in the Statement of Work and to be performed by Narwhal Group for the Client in accordance with the Contract.
Special Offer a special offer that Narwhal Group may offer to the Client as set out in a Statement of Work.
Specification means the document describing the functionality and technical specification of the Platform made available to the Client as may be updated from time to time by Narwhal Group.
Statement of Work means the description of the Services, agreed in accordance with clause 3, describing the Services to be provided by Narwhal Group, the timetable for their performance and the related matters listed in the template Statement of Work set out in Schedule 1.
Subscription means where the Client has entered into a recurring arrangement under which the Client agrees to pay the Subscription Fees in exchange for the ongoing provision of the Services by Narwhal Group for the duration of the Minimum Term and any Renewal Term(s), as further specified in clause 2.1.
Subscription Fees has the meaning given to it at clause 7.2.2.
Term means the duration of this Contract as set out in clause 2.1 (for Subscription Services) or clause 2.2 (for per-order Services), unless terminated earlier in accordance with clause 16 or any other termination rights herein.
UK GDPR has the meaning given to it in section 3(10) (as supplemented by section 205(4)) of the Data Protection Act 2018.
VAT means value added tax chargeable under the Value Added Tax Act 1994 and any similar additional tax or any other similar turnover, sales or purchase tax or duty levied in any other jurisdiction.
Website means the Client's website for which Narwhal Group may provide the Services in relation to, and as set out in the Statement of Work.
1.2. In these Conditions, unless the context requires otherwise:
1.2.1. any clause, schedule or other headings in these Conditions is included for convenience only and shall have no effect on the interpretation of the Conditions;
1.2.2. a reference to a 'party' includes that party's personal representatives, successors and permitted assigns;
1.2.3. this Contract shall be binding on, and enure to the benefit of, the parties to this agreement and their respective personal representatives, successors and permitted assigns, and references to any party shall include that party's personal representatives, successors and permitted assigns.
1.2.4. a reference to a 'person' includes a natural person, corporate or unincorporated body (in each case whether or not having separate legal personality) and that person's personal representatives, successors and permitted assigns;
1.2.5. a reference to a 'company' includes any company, corporation or other body corporate, wherever and however incorporated or established;
1.2.6. a reference to a gender includes each other gender;
1.2.7. words in the singular include the plural and vice versa;
1.2.8. any words that follow 'include', 'includes', 'including', 'in particular' or any similar words and expressions shall be construed as illustrative only and shall not limit the sense of any word, phrase, term, definition or description preceding those words;
1.2.9. a reference to 'writing' or 'written' includes any method of reproducing words in a legible and non-transitory form;
1.2.10. a reference to legislation is a reference to that legislation as amended, extended, re-enacted or consolidated from time to time;
1.2.11. a reference to information is to information of any kind in any form or medium, whether formal or informal, written or unwritten, for example, computer software or programmes, data, drawings, ideas, knowledge, procedures, source codes or object codes, technology or trade secrets;
1.2.12. a reference to pounds or £ is to an amount in Great British Pounds; and
1.2.13. a reference to legislation includes all subordinate legislation made under that legislation.
2. Commencement and Duration
2.1. Where the Services are being provided on a Subscription basis, as specified in the Statement of Work, this Contract shall commence on the Commencement Date and shall continue for the Minimum Term. Thereafter, it shall automatically renew for successive Renewal Terms unless terminated earlier in accordance with clause 16 (Termination) or any other termination rights under this Contract, or unless either party gives to the other party written notice to terminate on not less than the period of notice set out in the applicable Schedule for that Service-type, such notice to expire at the end of the then current Minimum Term of Renewal Term.
2.2. Where the Services are being provided on a per-order basis, as specified in the Statement of Work, the Contract shall commence on the Commencement Date but only remain in effect for as long as the Services are being provided, until the date specified in the Statement of Work (if any), or until the Contract is terminated in accordance with clause 16 (Termination) or any other termination rights under this Contract.
2.3. The parties shall not enter into any further Statements of Work after the date on which notice to terminate is served.
2.4. The Client may procure any of the available Services by agreeing a Statement of Work with Narwhal Group pursuant to clause 3 and Narwhal Group shall provide the Services from the date specified in the relevant Statement of Work.
3. Statements of Work
3.1. Each Statement of Work shall be agreed in the following manner:
3.1.1. where the Client indicates to Narwhal Group that it wishes to procure the Services (whether through direct communication or via interaction with an online form or portal on a website operated by the Narwhal Group), Narwhal Group shall provide or make available to the Client a Statement of Work;
3.1.2. Narwhal Group may provide the Statement of Work in any format that it considers appropriate, including via an online form, portal, web page or downloadable document on its website;
3.1.3. the parties shall then discuss and agree that Statement of Work; and
3.1.4. both parties shall sign the Statement of Work when it is agreed, and Narwhal Group shall not be obliged to provide the Services until the Statement of Work has been signed.
3.1.2. Narwhal Group may provide the Statement of Work in any format that it considers appropriate, including via an online form, portal, web page or downloadable document on its website;
3.1.3. the parties shall then discuss and agree that Statement of Work; and
3.1.4. both parties shall sign the Statement of Work when it is agreed, and Narwhal Group shall not be obliged to provide the Services until the Statement of Work has been signed.
3.2. Unless otherwise agreed, the Fees shall be set out in the Statement of Work.
3.3. Once a Statement of Work has been agreed and signed in accordance with clause 3.1.4, no amendment shall be made to it except in accordance with clause 6 (Change Control) or clause 18.4 (variation).
3.4. Each Statement of Work shall be part of this Contract and shall not be a separate contract to it.
3.5. The parties may agree Additional Terms in a Statement of Work.
4. Narwhal Group's Obligations
4.1. Narwhal Group shall:
4.1.1. use reasonable endeavours to provide the Services and the Deliverables to the Client in accordance with the Statement of Work in all material respects;
4.1.2. use reasonable endeavours to act in accordance with all reasonable instructions provided that Narwhal Group considers (acting reasonably) is necessary to deliver the Services in accordance with the Statement of Work;
4.1.3. use reasonable endeavours to meet any performance dates specific in a Statement of Work but any such dates shall be estimates only and time for performance by Narwhal Group shall not be of the essence of this Contract; and
4.1.4. be entitled to perform any of the obligations undertaken by it through suitably qualified and skilled sub-contractors. Any act or omission of such sub-contractor shall, for the purposes of the Contract, be deemed to be an act or omission of Narwhal Group.
4.1.2. use reasonable endeavours to act in accordance with all reasonable instructions provided that Narwhal Group considers (acting reasonably) is necessary to deliver the Services in accordance with the Statement of Work;
4.1.3. use reasonable endeavours to meet any performance dates specific in a Statement of Work but any such dates shall be estimates only and time for performance by Narwhal Group shall not be of the essence of this Contract; and
4.1.4. be entitled to perform any of the obligations undertaken by it through suitably qualified and skilled sub-contractors. Any act or omission of such sub-contractor shall, for the purposes of the Contract, be deemed to be an act or omission of Narwhal Group.
4.2. Narwhal Group shall not be liable for any delay in the delivery of the Services which is caused by the Client's failure to comply with its obligations under this Contract. In the event of such a delay, Narwhal Group shall be allowed an extension of time to perform its obligations equal to the delay caused by the Client.
5. Client's Obligations
5.1. The Client shall:
5.1.1. pay all Fees and any other charges agreed with Narwhal Group in accordance with this Contract;
5.1.2. co-operate with Narwhal Group in all matters relating to the Services;
5.1.3. appoint a manager in respect of the Services to be performed under each Statement of Work who may be identified in the Statement of Work or otherwise agreed between the parties. That person shall have authority to contractually bind the Client on all matters relating to the Services (including by signing Change Orders);
5.1.4. provide, for Narwhal Group, its agents, subcontractors, consultants and employees, in a timely manner and at no charge, access to the Client's electronic systems, data and materials, including any such access as is specified in a Statement of Work, reasonably required by Narwhal Group to perform the Services;
5.1.5. provide to Narwhal Group in a timely manner all Customer Materials or other documents, information, items and materials in any form (whether owned by the Client or a third party) required under a Statement of Work or otherwise reasonably required by Narwhal Group in connection with the Services and ensure that they are accurate and complete;
5.1.6. in relation to the Client's Website, the Client shall:
5.1.8. comply with any additional responsibilities of the Client as set out in the relevant Statement of Work.
5.1.2. co-operate with Narwhal Group in all matters relating to the Services;
5.1.3. appoint a manager in respect of the Services to be performed under each Statement of Work who may be identified in the Statement of Work or otherwise agreed between the parties. That person shall have authority to contractually bind the Client on all matters relating to the Services (including by signing Change Orders);
5.1.4. provide, for Narwhal Group, its agents, subcontractors, consultants and employees, in a timely manner and at no charge, access to the Client's electronic systems, data and materials, including any such access as is specified in a Statement of Work, reasonably required by Narwhal Group to perform the Services;
5.1.5. provide to Narwhal Group in a timely manner all Customer Materials or other documents, information, items and materials in any form (whether owned by the Client or a third party) required under a Statement of Work or otherwise reasonably required by Narwhal Group in connection with the Services and ensure that they are accurate and complete;
5.1.6. in relation to the Client's Website, the Client shall:
5.1.6.1. ensure that it regularly maintains the Website, undertakes monthly backups, and makes all necessary payments to its website hosting and maintenance provider; and
5.1.6.2. ensure that its Website and, where applicable, use of the Services for the marketing of its products and services is for its legitimate business purposes in compliance with all Applicable Laws, and that the Client has obtained all necessary approvals consents and permissions from any relevant authority or third party;
5.1.7. ensure that all information provided to Narwhal Group is complete and accurate in all material respects; and5.1.6.2. ensure that its Website and, where applicable, use of the Services for the marketing of its products and services is for its legitimate business purposes in compliance with all Applicable Laws, and that the Client has obtained all necessary approvals consents and permissions from any relevant authority or third party;
5.1.8. comply with any additional responsibilities of the Client as set out in the relevant Statement of Work.
6. Change Control
6.1. Either party may propose changes to the scope or execution of the Services but no proposed changes shall come into effect until a relevant Change Order has been signed by both parties. A Change Order shall be a document setting out the proposed changes and the effect that those changes will have on:
6.1.1. the Services or Deliverables;
6.1.2. the Fees;
6.1.3. the timetable for the Services; and
6.1.4. any other terms of the relevant Statement of Work, and
Narwhal Group may provide the Change Order in any format that it considers appropriate, including via an online form, portal, web page or downloadable document on its website.
6.1.2. the Fees;
6.1.3. the timetable for the Services; and
6.1.4. any other terms of the relevant Statement of Work, and
Narwhal Group may provide the Change Order in any format that it considers appropriate, including via an online form, portal, web page or downloadable document on its website.
6.2. If Narwhal Group wishes to make a change to the Services it shall provide a draft Change Order to the Client.
6.3. If the Client wishes to make a change to the Services:
6.3.1. it shall notify Narwhal Group and provide as much detail as Narwhal Group reasonable requires of the proposed changes, including the timing of the proposed change; and
6.3.2. Narwhal shall, as soon as reasonably practicable after receiving the information at clause 6.3.1, provide a draft Change Order to the Client.
6.3.2. Narwhal shall, as soon as reasonably practicable after receiving the information at clause 6.3.1, provide a draft Change Order to the Client.
6.4. If the parties agree to a Change Order, they shall sign it and that Change Order shall amend the relevant Statement of Work.
7. Fees, Invoicing and Payment
7.1. In consideration for the provision of the Services by Narwhal Group, the Client shall pay the Fees in accordance with this clause 7 and the applicable Statement of Work.
7.2. The Fees shall be calculated either:
7.2.1. on a per-order basis, where the Client pays for Services individually as ordered, in which case the applicable Fees shall be set out in the relevant Statement of Work ("Order-Based Fees");
7.2.2. on a Subscription basis, where the Client subscribes to ongoing Services for a fixed term and recurring fee, in which case the Fees shall be as set out in the relevant Statement of Work ("Subscription Fees"); or
7.2.3. in the case of AgenticAI Services, on a usage basis where the Client pays per Campaign in accordance with the estimated Campaign fees and charging mechanism set out in Schedule 4 (AgenticAI Services) and the relevant Statement of Work.
7.2.2. on a Subscription basis, where the Client subscribes to ongoing Services for a fixed term and recurring fee, in which case the Fees shall be as set out in the relevant Statement of Work ("Subscription Fees"); or
7.2.3. in the case of AgenticAI Services, on a usage basis where the Client pays per Campaign in accordance with the estimated Campaign fees and charging mechanism set out in Schedule 4 (AgenticAI Services) and the relevant Statement of Work.
7.3. The Fees are exclusive of:
7.3.1. VAT (or equivalent sales tax), which shall be payable by the Client to Narwhal Group on receipt of a valid VAT invoice.
7.3.2. out of pocket expenses (which are to be agreed in advance by the parties);
7.3.3. the provision of the Services in languages other than English;
7.3.4. surcharges for payment methods, taxes and duties, which shall be charged in addition to Narwhal Group's standard Fees.
7.3.2. out of pocket expenses (which are to be agreed in advance by the parties);
7.3.3. the provision of the Services in languages other than English;
7.3.4. surcharges for payment methods, taxes and duties, which shall be charged in addition to Narwhal Group's standard Fees.
7.4. Narwhal Group shall invoice the Client for the Services in accordance with the Statement of Work. Where Subscription Fees apply, clause 7.5 shall also apply.
7.5. Subscription Payment Authorisation
7.5.1. By entering into a Subscription with Narwhal Group, the Client acknowledges and agrees that:
7.5.1.1. they are subscribing to a Subscription for the Minimum Term which will automatically renew for the Renewal Term as set out in the Statement of Work and in accordance with clause 2.1;
7.5.1.2. Subscription Fees are payable monthly in advance and will be automatically charged on the first calendar day of each month via the payment method on file;
7.5.1.3. the Client authorises Narwhal Group and/or its appointed payment processor (currently Stripe) to collect all applicable subscription fees by direct debit, debit card, or credit card using the stored payment details;
7.5.1.4. it is the Client's responsibility to ensure that valid and up-to-date payment information is maintained at all times. Failure to do so may result in suspension of the Services in accordance with clause 7.7; and
7.5.1.5. The Client agrees to be bound by Stripe's terms of service, and consents to any future updates or changes to those terms that are necessary to facilitate payment processing.
7.5.1.2. Subscription Fees are payable monthly in advance and will be automatically charged on the first calendar day of each month via the payment method on file;
7.5.1.3. the Client authorises Narwhal Group and/or its appointed payment processor (currently Stripe) to collect all applicable subscription fees by direct debit, debit card, or credit card using the stored payment details;
7.5.1.4. it is the Client's responsibility to ensure that valid and up-to-date payment information is maintained at all times. Failure to do so may result in suspension of the Services in accordance with clause 7.7; and
7.5.1.5. The Client agrees to be bound by Stripe's terms of service, and consents to any future updates or changes to those terms that are necessary to facilitate payment processing.
7.6. The Client shall:
7.6.1. pay all invoices in full without deduction or set-off, in cleared funds within 7 days of the date of each invoice (unless otherwise stated in the Statement of Work);
7.6.2. pay all invoices to the bank account nominated by Narwhal Group via the agreed payment method, either BACs, credit or debit card or a payment processing provider such as Stripe or Go Cardless ("Payment Providers"); and
7.6.3. the Client warrants and represents that where it pays the Fees by credit card, debit card or a Payment Provider that there are sufficient funds on any credit card, debit card or bank account registered with Narwhal Group to pay for all Fees and any charges payable under this Contract.
7.6.2. pay all invoices to the bank account nominated by Narwhal Group via the agreed payment method, either BACs, credit or debit card or a payment processing provider such as Stripe or Go Cardless ("Payment Providers"); and
7.6.3. the Client warrants and represents that where it pays the Fees by credit card, debit card or a Payment Provider that there are sufficient funds on any credit card, debit card or bank account registered with Narwhal Group to pay for all Fees and any charges payable under this Contract.
7.7. Where payment is to be taken via a Payment Provider, the relevant Payment Provider's terms of service shall apply to this Contract and the Client agrees to be bound by those terms as may be modified by the Payment Provider from time to time. As a condition of Narwhal Group enabling payment to be taken via a Payment Provider, the Client shall provide to Narwhal Group accurate and complete information related to the Client's use of the payment processing services provided by the Payment Provider. The Client further gives permission to Narwhal Group (and the Payment Provider) to charge your on file bank account, credit card, debit card or other approved method of payment for the Fees.
7.8. Time of payment is of the essence. Where sums are due under these Conditions are not paid in full by the due date:
7.8.1. Narwhal Group may suspend all or any of its obligations under these Conditions until the payment is received after giving at least 7 days' notice to the Client of its intention to suspend with reasons. Any period of suspension will entitle Narwhal Group to any reasonable costs it incurs as well as an extension of time for completion of the Services;
7.8.2. Narwhal Group may, without limiting its other rights, charge interest on such sums at 8% a year above the base rate of the Bank of England from time to time in force; and
7.8.3. interest shall accrue on a daily basis and apply from the due date for payment until actual payment in full, whether before or after judgment.
7.8.2. Narwhal Group may, without limiting its other rights, charge interest on such sums at 8% a year above the base rate of the Bank of England from time to time in force; and
7.8.3. interest shall accrue on a daily basis and apply from the due date for payment until actual payment in full, whether before or after judgment.
7.9. Narwhal Group may increase the Subscription Fees once per calendar year by giving the Client not less than 45 days' notice in writing prior to the end of the then-current Minimum Term or Renewal Term. The increased Subscription Fees shall apply from the start of the next Renewal Term.
7.10. Notwithstanding clause 7.8, if there is an increase in the direct cost to Narwhal Group of supplying the relevant Services which exceeds 10% and which is due to any factor beyond Narwhal Group's reasonable control, Narwhal Group may terminate the Contract with immediate effect by giving written notice to the Client. Narwhal Group may, in its sole discretion, offer the Client the opportunity to enter into a new agreement for the continued provision of the Services on revised commercial terms.
8. Intellectual Property
8.1. Narwhal Group shall retain ownership of any and all Intellectual Property Rights that may subsist in anything produced by Narwhal Group in the course of providing the Services including the Deliverables and the Platform.
8.2. In consideration of payment for the Services, Narwhal Group grants to the Client during the Term a non-exclusive transferable worldwide licence to use for the purposes of the Services, the Intellectual Property Rights in the Services, Deliverables and all other materials created by Narwhal Group pursuant to these Conditions. For the avoidance of the doubt, the Client may not reproduce, modify or sell to any third party the content of the Services, Deliverables and any other materials created by Narwhal Group.
8.3. Narwhal Group acknowledges that the Client owns all Intellectual Property Rights relating to the Website created or provided by the Client in connection with the Services. The Client grants a non-exclusive non-transferable worldwide licence to Narwhal Group for all purposes relating to the performance of the Services relating to the Website.
8.4. In complying with the provisions of clause 8.2, Narwhal Group shall undertake to execute any such agreements and perform any such actions that may be necessary to put such licences into effect and shall exclusively bear any costs associated therewith.
8.5. The Client hereby grants Narwhal Group a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty free, sub-licensable licence to use Customer Materials to the extent necessary to provide the Services or perform its obligations under this Agreement.
8.6. Except as expressly agreed above, no Intellectual Property Rights of either party are transferred or licensed as a result of these Conditions.
8.7. Subject to the foregoing, each party shall be entitled to use in any way it deems fit any skills, techniques or know-how acquired or developed or used in connection with this Contract provided always that such skills, techniques or know-how do not infringe the other party's Intellectual Property Rights now or in the future or disclose or breach the confidentiality of the other party's Confidential Information.
8.8. Narwhal Group shall assert all moral rights arising out of Chapter IV of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.
8.9. Narwhal Group shall be entitled to refer to performance of the Services for the Client and include the Client's trademarks in Narwhal Group's marketing activities if the Client gives its express consent in writing (such consent not to be unreasonably withheld).
8.10. Narwhal Group warrants that the receipt and use of the Services and Deliverables by the Client shall not infringe the Intellectual Property Rights of any third party, and shall, subject to clause 15.4 indemnify the Client against all liabilities, costs, expenses, damages and losses (including but not limited to any direct, indirect or consequential losses, loss of profit, loss of reputation and all other reasonable professional costs and expenses) suffered or incurred or paid by the Client arising out of or in connection with any claim brought against the Client for actual or alleged infringement of a third parties Intellectual Property Rights. Narwhal Group shall not be in breach of the warranty in this clause 8.10, and the Client shall have no claim under the indemnity in this clause 8.10 to the extent the infringement arises from the Narwhal Group's use of any materials provided by the Client (including the Website), or use of the Services or Deliverables by the Client otherwise than in accordance with this Contract.
8.11. The Client warrants that the receipt and use of the Website, the Customer Materials, or any materials provided by the Client to Narwhal Group under this Contract, and use of such by Narwhal Group, its agent, subcontractors or consultants, shall not infringe the Intellectual Property Rights of any third party and the Client shall indemnify Narwhal Group against all liabilities, costs, expenses, damages and losses (including but not limited to any direct, indirect or consequential losses, loss of profit, loss of reputation and all other reasonable professional costs and expenses) suffered or incurred or paid by Narwhal Group arising out of or in connection with any claim brought against Narwhal Group or actual or alleged infringement of a third parties Intellectual Property Rights.
8.12. If either party is required to indemnify the other party under clauses 8.10 or 8.11, the indemnified party shall:
8.12.1. notify the indemnifying party in writing of any claim against it in respect of which it wishes to rely on the indemnify ("IPR Claim");
8.12.2. allow the indemnifying party, at its own cost, to conduct all negotiations and proceedings and to settle the IPRs Claim, always provided that the indemnifying party shall obtain the indemnified party's prior approval of any settlement terms, such approval not to be unreasonably withheld;
8.12.3. provide the indemnifying party with such reasonable assistance regarding the IPRs Claim as is required by the indemnifying party, subject to reimbursement by the indemnifying party of the indemnified party's costs so incurred; and
8.12.4. not, without prior consultation with the indemnifying party, make any admission relating to the IPRs Claim or attempt to settle it, provided that the indemnifying party considers and defends any IPRs Claim diligently, using competent counsel and in such a way as not to bring the reputation of the indemnified party into disrepute.
8.12.2. allow the indemnifying party, at its own cost, to conduct all negotiations and proceedings and to settle the IPRs Claim, always provided that the indemnifying party shall obtain the indemnified party's prior approval of any settlement terms, such approval not to be unreasonably withheld;
8.12.3. provide the indemnifying party with such reasonable assistance regarding the IPRs Claim as is required by the indemnifying party, subject to reimbursement by the indemnifying party of the indemnified party's costs so incurred; and
8.12.4. not, without prior consultation with the indemnifying party, make any admission relating to the IPRs Claim or attempt to settle it, provided that the indemnifying party considers and defends any IPRs Claim diligently, using competent counsel and in such a way as not to bring the reputation of the indemnified party into disrepute.
9. Data Protection
9.1. For the purposes of this clause 9, the terms controller, processor, data subject, personal data, personal data breach and processing shall have the meaning given to them in the UK GDPR.
9.2. Both parties will comply with all applicable requirements of the Data Protection Legislation. This clause 9 is in addition to, and does not relieve, remove or replace, a party's obligations or rights under the Data Protection Legislation.
9.3. The parties have determined that in respect of some aspects of the Services, the Client is the Controller and Narwhal Group are the Processor.
9.4. Processing of personal data by Narwhal Group under this Contact shall be for the subject-matter, duration, nature and purposes and involve the types of personal data and categories of data subjects set out in this clause 9.3. The subject-matter of the processing is the provision of the Services as further described in this Contract. The duration of the processing is the Term of this Contract or until the Client provides written instructions to delete or return the personal data in accordance with clause 9.5.8, unless required to continue processing the data to comply with Applicable Laws. The nature of the processing may involve the collection, storage, use and deletion of the personal data as instructed by the Client. The purpose of the processing is to provide the Services to the Client. The types of personal data may be identification information, contact information, location information, property information, and financial information. The categories of data subject will be prospective and current customers of the Client.
9.5. In relation to the personal data, to the extent that Narwhal Group is a processor, Narwhal Group shall:
9.5.1. unless required to do otherwise by Applicable Laws, only process the personal data in accordance with the Client's documented instructions and in accordance with clause 9.4 of this Agreement;
9.5.2. taking into account the nature of the processing, implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect the personal data against unauthorised or unlawful processing and against accidental loss, destruction, damage, alteration or disclosure;
9.5.3. not, without the prior written consent of the Client, transfer any personal data to a country or territory outside the United Kingdom unless such country or territory has been deemed to provide an adequate level of protection to personal data or adequate contractual or other assurances have first been put in place such as will enable each party to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Legislation;
9.5.4. take reasonable steps to ensure the reliability of its personnel who have access to any personal data and ensure that personal data shall only be accessible by its personnel to the extent they need to know or require access for the purpose of properly performing their duties in relation to this Contract and who, are bound to maintain its confidentiality;
9.5.5. prior to any sub-processor authorised in accordance with clause 9.5.12 carrying out any processing activities in respect of the personal data, appoint each sub-processor under a written contract containing materially the same obligations as under this clause 9 that is enforceable by Narwhal Group;
9.5.6. remain fully liable for all the acts and omissions of each sub-processor as if they were its own;
9.5.7. notify the Client without undue delay of any personal data breach that it becomes aware of and provide reasonable assistance to the Client in respect of any such personal data breach;
9.5.8. within thirty (30) days of the end of the Term, on the written instructions of the Client, delete or return all personal data processed in relation to this Contract, unless Narwhal Group is required to retain the personal data to comply with Applicable Laws;
9.5.9. subject to the Client paying Narwhal Group's reasonable costs (unless prohibited by Applicable Law), provide such cooperation and assistance to the Client as the Client reasonably requires (taking into account the nature of processing and the information available to Narwhal Group) in ensuring compliance with:
9.5.2. taking into account the nature of the processing, implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect the personal data against unauthorised or unlawful processing and against accidental loss, destruction, damage, alteration or disclosure;
9.5.3. not, without the prior written consent of the Client, transfer any personal data to a country or territory outside the United Kingdom unless such country or territory has been deemed to provide an adequate level of protection to personal data or adequate contractual or other assurances have first been put in place such as will enable each party to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Legislation;
9.5.4. take reasonable steps to ensure the reliability of its personnel who have access to any personal data and ensure that personal data shall only be accessible by its personnel to the extent they need to know or require access for the purpose of properly performing their duties in relation to this Contract and who, are bound to maintain its confidentiality;
9.5.5. prior to any sub-processor authorised in accordance with clause 9.5.12 carrying out any processing activities in respect of the personal data, appoint each sub-processor under a written contract containing materially the same obligations as under this clause 9 that is enforceable by Narwhal Group;
9.5.6. remain fully liable for all the acts and omissions of each sub-processor as if they were its own;
9.5.7. notify the Client without undue delay of any personal data breach that it becomes aware of and provide reasonable assistance to the Client in respect of any such personal data breach;
9.5.8. within thirty (30) days of the end of the Term, on the written instructions of the Client, delete or return all personal data processed in relation to this Contract, unless Narwhal Group is required to retain the personal data to comply with Applicable Laws;
9.5.9. subject to the Client paying Narwhal Group's reasonable costs (unless prohibited by Applicable Law), provide such cooperation and assistance to the Client as the Client reasonably requires (taking into account the nature of processing and the information available to Narwhal Group) in ensuring compliance with:
9.5.9.1. the Client's obligations to respond to any complaint or request from any applicable data protection authority or data subjects seeking to exercise their rights under any Data Protection Legislation, including by notifying the Client of each data subject request Narwhal Group receives in respect of the personal data;
9.5.10. the Client's obligations to:9.5.10.1. carry out a DPIA on the impact of the processing on the protection of personal data; and
9.5.10.2. consult the relevant supervisory authority prior to any processing where a DPIA indicates that the processing would result in a high risk in the absence of measures taken by the Client to mitigate the risk;
9.5.11. make available to the Client such information that is in its possession or control as is necessary to demonstrate Narwhal Group's compliance with the obligations placed on it under this clause 9 and to demonstrate compliance with the obligations on each party imposed by Article 28 of the UK GDPR (and under any Data Protection Legislation equivalent to that Article 28), and allow for audits at the Client's cost, by the Client (or another auditor mandated by the Customer) for this purpose (subject to Client providing no less than thirty (30) days' prior written notice of such audit and a maximum of one (1) audit request in any twelve (12) month period under this Clause 9.5.11).9.5.10.2. consult the relevant supervisory authority prior to any processing where a DPIA indicates that the processing would result in a high risk in the absence of measures taken by the Client to mitigate the risk;
9.5.12. The Client hereby provides its prior, general authorisation for Narwhal Group to:
9.5.12.1. appoint processors to process the personal data, provided that Narwhal Group:
9.5.12.1.1. shall ensure that the terms on which it appoints such processors comply with the Data Protection Legislation, and are consistent with the obligations imposed on Narwhal Group in this clause 9;
9.5.12.1.2. shall remain responsible for the acts and omission of any such processor as if they were the acts and omissions of Narwhal Group; and
9.5.12.1.3. shall inform the Client of any intended changes concerning the addition or replacement of the processors, thereby giving the Client the opportunity to object to such changes provided that if the Client objects to the changes and cannot demonstrate, to Narwhal Group's reasonable satisfaction, that the objection is due to an actual or likely breach of Data Protection Legislation, the Client shall indemnify Narwhal Group for any losses, damages, costs (including legal fees) and expenses suffered by Narwhal Group in accommodating the objection.
9.5.12.1.2. shall remain responsible for the acts and omission of any such processor as if they were the acts and omissions of Narwhal Group; and
9.5.12.1.3. shall inform the Client of any intended changes concerning the addition or replacement of the processors, thereby giving the Client the opportunity to object to such changes provided that if the Client objects to the changes and cannot demonstrate, to Narwhal Group's reasonable satisfaction, that the objection is due to an actual or likely breach of Data Protection Legislation, the Client shall indemnify Narwhal Group for any losses, damages, costs (including legal fees) and expenses suffered by Narwhal Group in accommodating the objection.
9.6. The Client acknowledges that Narwhal Group is reliant on the Client for direction as to the extent to which Narwhal Group is entitled to process the personal data (for the avoidance of doubt this includes the Client ensuring appropriate privacy notices are in place and ensuring that personal data is processed accordingly). Consequently, Narwhal Group will not be liable for any claim brought by a data subject or a relevant regulatory authority in respect of the processing of personal data under this Contract and the Client shall indemnify and keep indemnified Narwhal Group against all losses arising out of or in connection with any such claim whatsoever by a data subject or relevant regulatory authority.
9.7. The Client warrants, represents, and undertakes, that all:
9.7.1. Personal data provided by the Client to Narwhal Group for use in conjunction with the Services shall comply in all respects, including in terms of its collection, storage and processing, with Data Protection Legislation; and
9.7.2. instructions given by it to Narwhal Group in respect of the personal data shall at all times be in accordance with Data Protection Legislation.
9.7.2. instructions given by it to Narwhal Group in respect of the personal data shall at all times be in accordance with Data Protection Legislation.
9.8. Narwhal Group shall inform the Client without undue delay if Narwhal Group believes that a processing instruction infringes Data Protection Legislation, provided that to the maximum extent permitted by mandatory law, Narwhal Group shall have no liability howsoever arising (whether in contract, tort (including negligence) or otherwise) for any losses arising from or in connection with any processing in accordance with the Client's unlawful processing instructions.
10. Confidentiality
10.1. Each party undertakes that it shall keep confidential all Confidential Information and that it shall not use or disclose the other party's Confidential Information to any person, except as permitted by clause 10.2.
10.2. A party may, subject to clause 10.1:
10.2.1. disclose any Confidential Information to any of its employees, officers, representatives or advisers (Representatives) who need to know the relevant Confidential Information for the purposes of the performance of any obligations under this Contract, provided that such party ensures that each Representative to whom Confidential Information is disclosed is aware of its confidential nature and agrees to comply with this clause 10 as if it were a party;
10.2.2. disclose any Confidential Information as may be required by law, any court, any governmental, regulatory or supervisory authority (including any securities exchange) or any other authority of competent jurisdiction to be disclosed; and
10.2.3. use Confidential Information only to perform any obligations under this Contract.
10.2.2. disclose any Confidential Information as may be required by law, any court, any governmental, regulatory or supervisory authority (including any securities exchange) or any other authority of competent jurisdiction to be disclosed; and
10.2.3. use Confidential Information only to perform any obligations under this Contract.
10.3. This confidentiality obligations in this clause 10 shall continue in full force and effect for the later of i) a period of 5 years from the Commencement Date; or ii) 3 years following the termination or expiry of this Contract.
10.4. The Client shall not make any public announcement or disclose any information regarding the Contract, except to the extent required by law or regulatory authority.
11. Anti-bribery
11.1. For the purposes of this clause 11, the expressions 'adequate procedures' and 'associated with' shall be construed in accordance with the Bribery Act 2010 and legislation or guidance published under it.
11.2. Each party shall comply with applicable Bribery Laws including ensuring that it has in place adequate procedures to prevent bribery and ensure that:
11.2.1. all of that party's personnel;
11.2.2. all others associated with that party; and
11.2.3. all of that party's sub-contractors; involved in performing the Contract so comply.
11.2.2. all others associated with that party; and
11.2.3. all of that party's sub-contractors; involved in performing the Contract so comply.
11.3. Without limitation to clause 11.2, neither party shall make or receive any bribe (as defined in the Bribery Act 2010) or other improper payment, or allow any such to be made or received on its behalf, either in the United Kingdom or elsewhere, and shall implement and maintain adequate procedures to ensure that such bribes or payments are not made or received directly or indirectly on its behalf.
11.4. The Client shall immediately notify Narwhal Group as soon as it becomes aware of a breach by the Client of any of the requirements in this clause 11.
12. Dispute Resolution
12.1. If any dispute arises between the Client and Narwhal Group in connection with this Contract (Dispute), then either party may notify the other of the Dispute with a notice (Dispute Notice) which: (a) includes or is accompanied by full and detailed particulars of the Dispute; and (b) is delivered within 14 days of the circumstances giving rise to the Dispute first occurring.
12.2. Within 14 days after a Dispute Notice is given, a representative (with the authority to resolve the dispute) of the Client and Narwhal Group must meet to discuss and seek to resolve the Dispute.
12.3. If the Dispute has not been resolved within 14 days of the first meeting of the representatives, then the matter shall be referred to the managing directors (or persons of equivalent seniority). The managing directors (or equivalent) will meet within 7 days to discuss the dispute and attempt to resolve it.
12.4. If the dispute has not been resolved within 14 days of the first meeting of the managing directors (or equivalent) under clause 12.3, then the matter may be referred to mediation in accordance with the London Court of International Arbitration Mediation Rules.
12.5. A party must not bring court proceedings in respect of any Dispute unless it first complies with the requirements of the dispute resolution mechanism outlined in this clause, provided that nothing in this clause prevents either party from instituting court proceedings to seek urgent injunctive, interlocutory or declaratory relief in respect of a Dispute.
12.6. Despite the existence of a Dispute, the parties must continue to perform their respective obligations under this Contract and any related agreements save for where Narwhal Group have suspended the Services in accordance with clause 7.8. Where the Contract has been suspended in accordance with clause 7.8 Narwhal Group will not be required perform the Services until payment has been made in accordance and/or the Dispute is resolved.
13. Force Majeure
13.1. Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay to performance of obligations under this Contract if such failure or delay results from any cause that is beyond the reasonable control of that Party including power failure, industrial action, civil unrest, fire, flood, storms, earthquakes, acts of terrorism, acts of war, governmental action or any other event that is beyond the control of the party in question.
13.2. In the event that any party cannot perform their obligations hereunder as a result of force majeure for a continuous period of 1 month, the other party may at its discretion terminate this Contract by written notice at the end of that period.
14. Insurance
14.1. The Client shall have in place contracts of insurance with reputable insurers incorporated in the United Kingdom to cover its potential liability under this Contract. On request, the Client shall supply, so far as is reasonable, evidence of the maintenance of the insurance and all of its terms from time to time applicable. The Client shall on request assign to Narwhal Group Ltd the benefit of such insurance.
15. Liability
15.1. References to liability in this clause 15 (Liability) include every kind of liability arising under or in connection with this Contract including but not limited to liability in contract, tort (including negligence), misrepresentation, restitution or otherwise.
15.2. Nothing in this Contract shall limit the Client's liability under the following clauses:
15.2.1. clause 8.11 (Client IPR indemnity); and
15.2.2. clause 9.6 (data subject claims).
15.2.2. clause 9.6 (data subject claims).
15.3. Nothing in this Contract limits any liability which cannot legally be limited, including but not limited to liability for:
15.3.1. death or personal injury caused by negligence;
15.3.2. fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; and
15.3.3. breach of the terms implied by section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982 (title and quiet possession).
15.3.2. fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; and
15.3.3. breach of the terms implied by section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982 (title and quiet possession).
15.4. Subject to clause 15.3, Narwhal Group's total aggregate liability for all other losses arising under this Contract whether arising from contract, tort (including negligence or breach of statutory duty), misrepresentation, restitution or otherwise arising in connection with the performance or contemplated performance of this Contract (including all non-contractual liability) shall in no event exceed an amount equal to 100% of the Fees paid by the Client to Narwhal Group in the 12-month period immediately preceding the first incident giving rise to any claim under this Contract.
15.5. Subject to clause 15.3, Narwhal Group shall not have any liability to the Client whether arising from contract, tort (including negligence or breach of statutory duty), misrepresentation, restitution or otherwise arising in connection with the performance or contemplated performance of this Contract (including all non-contractual liability) for any:
15.5.1. loss of profits;
15.5.2. loss of or anticipated savings;
15.5.3. loss of revenue;
15.5.4. loss or damage to reputation or goodwill;
15.5.5. loss of opportunity;
15.5.6. any losses arising from or in connection with any processing by Narwhal Group or sub-processor pursuant to any unlawful processing instruction given by the Client that infringes Data Protection Legislation;
15.5.7. any loss or corruption of data or information,
in each case whether direct, indirect, special or consequential loss or damage; or
15.5.8. for any other indirect, special or consequential loss or damage.
15.5.2. loss of or anticipated savings;
15.5.3. loss of revenue;
15.5.4. loss or damage to reputation or goodwill;
15.5.5. loss of opportunity;
15.5.6. any losses arising from or in connection with any processing by Narwhal Group or sub-processor pursuant to any unlawful processing instruction given by the Client that infringes Data Protection Legislation;
15.5.7. any loss or corruption of data or information,
in each case whether direct, indirect, special or consequential loss or damage; or
15.5.8. for any other indirect, special or consequential loss or damage.
15.6. To the extent permitted by law, by accepting the Services, the Client acknowledges and represents that the Client is not a consumer and unless otherwise provided for within these Conditions or in the Statement of Work, no refund is payable in any circumstances whatsoever.
15.7. Nothing in the Services constitutes any recommendations or advice from Narwhal Group regarding the marketing or promotion of the Client's products or services and any marketing campaign shall remain the Client's commercial decision in its absolute discretion.
15.8. Each party acknowledges that it has not relied on any representation, warranty or statement made by any other party, other than as set out in this Contract.
16. Termination
16.1. Without prejudice to any rights or remedies that have accrued under this Contract, either party may immediately terminate the Contract by giving written notice to the other party if:
16.1.1. the other party commits a material breach of any of the provisions of the Contract and, if the breach is capable of remedy, fails to remedy it within 14 Business Days after being given written notice giving full particulars of the breach and requiring it to be remedied;
16.1.2. the other party repeatedly breaches any of the terms of this Contract in such a manner as to reasonably justify the opinion that its conduct is inconsistent with it having the intention or ability to give effect to the terms of this Contract;
16.1.3. an encumbrancer takes possession, or where the other party is a company, a receiver is appointed, of any of the property or assets of that other party;
16.1.4. the other party makes any voluntary arrangement with its creditors or being a company, becomes subject to an administration order (within the meaning of the Insolvency Act 1986);
16.1.5. the other party, being an individual or firm, has a bankruptcy order made against it or, being a company, goes into liquidation (except for the purposes of bona fide amalgamation or re-construction and in such a manner that Narwhal Group resulting therefrom effectively agrees to be bound by or assume the obligations imposed on that other party under the Contract);
16.1.6. anything analogous to any of the foregoing under the law of any jurisdiction occurs in relation to the other party;
16.1.7. that other party ceases, or threatens to cease, to carry on business;
16.1.8. the other party's financial position deteriorates to such an extent that in the terminating party's opinion the other party's capability to adequately fulfil its obligations under the Agreement has been placed in jeopardy; or
16.1.9. control of that other party is acquired by any person or connected persons not having control of that other Party on the date of the Contract. For the purposes of this clause 16, 'control' and 'connected persons' shall have the meanings ascribed thereto by Sections 1124 and 1122 respectively of the Corporation Tax Act 2010.
16.1.2. the other party repeatedly breaches any of the terms of this Contract in such a manner as to reasonably justify the opinion that its conduct is inconsistent with it having the intention or ability to give effect to the terms of this Contract;
16.1.3. an encumbrancer takes possession, or where the other party is a company, a receiver is appointed, of any of the property or assets of that other party;
16.1.4. the other party makes any voluntary arrangement with its creditors or being a company, becomes subject to an administration order (within the meaning of the Insolvency Act 1986);
16.1.5. the other party, being an individual or firm, has a bankruptcy order made against it or, being a company, goes into liquidation (except for the purposes of bona fide amalgamation or re-construction and in such a manner that Narwhal Group resulting therefrom effectively agrees to be bound by or assume the obligations imposed on that other party under the Contract);
16.1.6. anything analogous to any of the foregoing under the law of any jurisdiction occurs in relation to the other party;
16.1.7. that other party ceases, or threatens to cease, to carry on business;
16.1.8. the other party's financial position deteriorates to such an extent that in the terminating party's opinion the other party's capability to adequately fulfil its obligations under the Agreement has been placed in jeopardy; or
16.1.9. control of that other party is acquired by any person or connected persons not having control of that other Party on the date of the Contract. For the purposes of this clause 16, 'control' and 'connected persons' shall have the meanings ascribed thereto by Sections 1124 and 1122 respectively of the Corporation Tax Act 2010.
16.2. For the purposes of clause 16.1.1, a breach shall be considered capable of remedy if the Party in breach can comply with the provision in question in all respects.
16.3. The rights to terminate the Contract shall not prejudice any other right or remedy of either party in respect of the breach concerned (if any) or any other breach.
16.4. On termination or expiry of this Contract for any reason:
16.4.1. Narwhal Group shall immediately stop the performance of all Services;
16.4.2. the Client shall immediately pay to Narwhal Group all of the Narwhal Group's outstanding unpaid invoices and interest and, in respect of the Services supplied but for which no invoice has been submitted, Narwhal Group may submit an invoice, which shall be payable immediately on receipt;
16.4.3. the parties shall within 5 Business Days return any materials of the other party then in its possession or control;
16.4.4. all rights granted to the Client under this Contract shall immediately cease; and
16.4.5. the Client shall ensure it removes any website reporting or software access previously provided to Narwhal Group.
16.4.2. the Client shall immediately pay to Narwhal Group all of the Narwhal Group's outstanding unpaid invoices and interest and, in respect of the Services supplied but for which no invoice has been submitted, Narwhal Group may submit an invoice, which shall be payable immediately on receipt;
16.4.3. the parties shall within 5 Business Days return any materials of the other party then in its possession or control;
16.4.4. all rights granted to the Client under this Contract shall immediately cease; and
16.4.5. the Client shall ensure it removes any website reporting or software access previously provided to Narwhal Group.
17. Notices
17.1. Any notice given to a party under of in connection with this Contract shall be in writing and shall be sent by e-mail to the address specified in the Statement of Work. The notice will be deemed received at the time of transmission.
17.2. This clause 17 does not apply to the service of any proceedings or any documents in any legal action or, where applicable, any arbitration or other method of dispute resolution.
18. General
18.1. Relationship. The parties are independent persons and are not partners, principal and agent or employer and employee and the Contract does not establish any joint venture, trust, fiduciary or other relationship between them, other than the contractual relationship expressly provided for in it. None of the parties shall have, nor shall represent that they have, any authority to make any commitments on the other party's behalf.
18.2. Set off. Narwhal Group shall be entitled to set-off under the Contract any liability which it has or any sums which it owes to the Client under the Contract. The Client shall pay all sums that it owes to Narwhal Group under the Contract without any set-off, counterclaim, deduction or withholding of any kind, save as may be required by law.
18.3. Assignment. The Client may not assign, subcontract or encumber any right or obligation under the Contract, in whole or in part, without Narwhal Group's prior written consent, such consent not to be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
18.4. Variation. Subject to clause 6 (Change Control), no variation of this Contract shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by the parties (or their authorised representatives).
18.5. Entire agreement. The parties agree that the Contract constitutes the entire agreement between them and supersedes all previous agreements, understandings and arrangements between them, whether in writing or oral in respect of its subject matter. Each party acknowledges that it has not entered into the Contract in reliance on, and shall have no remedies in respect of, any representation or warranty that is not expressly set out in the Contract. No party shall have any claim for innocent or negligent misrepresentation on the basis of any statement in the Contract. Nothing in these Conditions purports to limit or exclude any liability for fraud.
18.6. Third party rights. A person who is not a party to this Contract has no right under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 to enforce this Contract.
18.7. Waiver. No clause of this Contract will be deemed waived and no breach excused unless such waiver or consent is provided in writing. A single or partial exercise of a right, power or remedy does not prevent another or further exercise of that or another right, power or remedy.
18.8. Further Action. Each party must do anything reasonably necessary (including executing agreements and documents) to give full effect to this Contract, including in connection with any claim or proceedings brought against a part as a result of any breach of this Contract.
18.9. Conflict. If there is an inconsistency between any of the provisions of these Conditions and the provisions of the Statements of Work, the provisions of the Statements of Work shall prevail.
18.10. Counterparts. This Contract may be executed in any number of counterparts. All counterparts together will be taken to constitute one instrument. Each party may be required to provide an original of such agreement or counterpart as soon as reasonably possible following request.
18.11. Severability. If any provision of the Contract (or part of any provision) is or becomes illegal, invalid or unenforceable, the legality, validity and enforceability of any other provision of the Contract shall not be affected. If any provision of the Contract (or part of any provision) is or becomes illegal, invalid or unenforceable but would be legal, valid and enforceable if some part of it was deleted or modified, the provision or part-provision in question shall apply with the minimum such deletions or modifications as may be necessary to make the provision legal, valid and enforceable. In the event of such deletion or modification, the parties shall negotiate in good faith in order to agree the terms of a mutually acceptable alternative provision.
18.12. Governing Law and jurisdiction: The Contract and any dispute or claim arising out of, or in connection with, it, its subject matter or formation (including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of England and Wales. The parties irrevocably agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of, or in connection with, the Contract, its subject matter or formation (including non-contractual disputes or claims).
Schedule 1: Template Statement of Work
1. Services: [DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED]
2. Deliverables: [DESCRIPTION OF DELIVERABLES TO BE PROVIDED]
3. Fees: [SET OUT FEES]
4. Client's manager: [INSERT NAME]
5. Client's e-mail address for notices: [INSERT EMAIL ADDRESS]
6. Narwhal Group's manager: [INSERT NAME]
7. Narwhal Group's e-mail address for notices: [INSERT EMAIL ADDRESS]
8. Minimum Term: [INSERT TIME PERIOD]
9. Renewal Term: [INSERT TIME PERIOD]
10. Customer's Website: [INSERT WEB ADDRESS]
11. Client's requirements for Appointments (for Appointment Setting Services only): [INSERT CLIENT'S REQUIREMENTS]
12. Special Offers: [INSERT ANY OFFERS (if applicable)]
Schedule 2: Appointment Setting Services
1. Where the parties agree in a Statement of Work or otherwise in writing that the Services include Appointment Setting Services, the following additional terms shall apply.
2. Where the Client has taken out a Subscription for Appointment Setting Services, the period of notice required to be given in accordance with clause 2.1 is thirty (30) days.
3. Where the Client has taken out a Subscription for Appointment Setting Services, the Client may upgrade its Subscription at any point during the Term using the Change Control process set out at clause 6, subject to paying the revised Fees. The Client may only downgrade its Subscription if Narwhal Group agrees in writing.
4. Where agreed between the parties in a Statement of Work or otherwise in writing, the Client may be entitled to a Special Offer.
5. The Client acknowledges and agrees that Appointments may be delivered by Narwhal Group using any of the following methods (or any additional methods notified to the Client in writing):
5.1. Hotkey appointments: Narwhal Group may set Appointments via the agreed live transfer protocol;
5.2. Direct calendar booking: Narwhal Group may set Appointments by directly booking them into the Client's calendar;
5.3. Face to face appointments: Narwhal Group may set Appointments on a face to face basis; and
5.4. Virtual appointments: Narwhal Group may set Appointments on a virtual basis.
5.2. Direct calendar booking: Narwhal Group may set Appointments by directly booking them into the Client's calendar;
5.3. Face to face appointments: Narwhal Group may set Appointments on a face to face basis; and
5.4. Virtual appointments: Narwhal Group may set Appointments on a virtual basis.
6. Narwhal Group shall use reasonable endeavours to comply with the Client's requirements that are set out in the Statement of Work when setting Appointments.
7. An Appointment shall be deemed delivered once Narwhal Group has completed the delivery method outlined above in paragraph 5 in accordance with the Statement of Work.
8. Narwhal Group shall not be liable for any missed or failed Appointments caused by the Client's unavailability or issues with the Client's systems.
9. Narwhal Group shall use reasonable endeavours to ensure that each Appointment meets the definition of an Appointment and that each Appointment will meet the agreed criteria in the Statement of Work, but Narwhal Group does not warrant that every Appointment it purports to set will result in a successful sale or engagement for the Client and the Client acknowledges that it is the Client's responsibility to ensure the suitability of the Appointment for its business purposes.
10. Unless the Client has taken out a Subscription for Appointment Setting Services, in which case this paragraph 10 does not apply, the Client may give notice to Narwhal Group to temporarily suspend all or part of the Appointment Setting Services by providing 30 days' written notice. Upon receipt of such Narwhal Group shall suspend the Appointment Setting Services as soon as is reasonably practicable. The Client shall pay for the Appointment Setting Services performed up to the date of suspension and any reasonable costs incurred by Narwhal Group in relation to the suspension.
11. The Client may reject an Appointment by reporting it via the dashboard, which is made available by Narwhal Group to the Client in order for the Client to view and manage appointments, within 72 hours of the date of the date of deemed delivery of the Appointment in accordance with paragraph 7 of this Schedule 2 above provided that the Appointment does not meet the definition of Appointment or any Appointment-specific criteria agreed with Narwhal Group in the Statement of Work or otherwise in writing. Narwhal Group shall, within 3 Business Days following the Client's rejection of the Appointment, review all reported rejections to determine whether the Client's purported rejection of the Appointment is a valid rejection, and notify the Client in writing of its decision. If Narwhal Group accepts the rejection as valid, Narwhal Group shall use its reasonable endeavours to replace the Appointment free of charge and such replacement shall be delivered within seven (7) Business Days after its determination that the rejection is valid. For the avoidance of doubt, the Client's termination right in paragraph 13 of this Schedule 2 shall not apply during the 7 Business Day period referred to in this paragraph 11 if the Client is awaiting replacement of one or more validly rejected Appointments.
12. Both parties will comply with all applicable requirements under the Data Protection Legislation. Narwhal Group warrants that it is entitled to provide the Appointment Setting Services under the Data Protection Legislation and the Client warrants that it is entitled to receive the Appointment Setting Services under the Data Protection Legislation.
13. Without prejudice to any rights or remedies that have accrued under this Contract and paragraph 11 of this Schedule 2, where the Client has taken out a Subscription for Appointment Setting Services, in the event that Narwhal Group does not deliver the minimum guaranteed number of Appointments specified in the Statement of Work, the Client may immediately terminate the Contract by giving Narwhal Group written notice, provided that the written notice is given within 7 days' of the end of the month in which the minimum guaranteed number of Appointments was supposed to be provided by Narwhal Group. If the written notice is not given in that timeframe, the Client's Subscription will continue in accordance with this Contract.
Schedule 3: Agency Services
1. Where the parties agree in a Statement of Work or otherwise in writing that the Services include Agency Services, the following additional terms shall apply.
2. Narwhal Group shall provide campaign reporting and other information to Client via email (or such other method agreed between the parties).
3. Where the Client has taken out a Subscription for Agency Services, the period of notice required to be given in accordance with clause 2.1 is sixty (60) days.
Schedule 4: AgenticAI Services
1. Where the parties agree in a Statement of Work or otherwise in writing that the Services include AgenticAI Services, the following additional terms shall apply.
2. During the Term:
2.1. Narwhal Group shall provide the Platform to the Client for the Permitted Purpose on and subject to the terms of this Agreement.
2.2. The Client shall be entitled to use the Platform on and subject to the terms of this Agreement.
2.2. The Client shall be entitled to use the Platform on and subject to the terms of this Agreement.
3. Narwhal Group shall provide the Platform in accordance with the Specification. The Client accepts that Narwhal Group has made or makes no other representations or undertakings regarding the operation and adequacy of the Platform, including whether the Platform meetings the Client's individual requirements. Any warranties, conditions, or terms as to fitness for purpose or satisfactory quality are excluded.
4. The Platform is designed to run Campaigns during the hours of 8am to 9pm (UK time) 7-days a week, subject to any emergency or scheduled maintenance. Scheduled maintenance shall be performed by Narwhal Group during the times specified in the Specification. Narwhal Group shall use reasonable endeavours to give the Client advance notice of any emergency maintenance.
5. Once the client has uploaded its data and defined its Campaign in the Platform, the Platform shall automatically display an estimated fee for that Campaign, calculated in accordance with the agreed usage fees in the relevant Statement of Work and including any optional extras (which the Client may toggle on or off). The Client shall have the opportunity to review and accept the estimate prior to setting the Campaign as live. Fees shall accrue in real-time as the Campaign runs, and the Client's nominated payment method on file will be automatically charged each time the accrued charges reach pre-set limits (for example, every £1,000). While in most cases the actual Fees payable will be less than the estimated fee, the Client acknowledges and agrees that the actual Fees may exceed the estimate up to a maximum of 100% above the estimated fee for that Campaign. The Client may re-run a single Campaign multiple times, in which case additional usage will be shown in the Platform and further Fees will be payable on the same basis.
6. The Client agrees to ensure that valid and up-to-date payment information is maintained on the Platform at all times. Failure to do so may result in suspension of the Services in accordance with clause 7.7.
7. Narwhal Group shall not be responsible for any delays, delivery failures, or any other loss or damage resulting from the transfer of data over communications networks and facilities, including the internet. The Client acknowledges that the Platform may be subject to limitations, delays and other problems inherent in the use of such communications facilities.
8. The Client shall:
8.1. comply with any other terms, instructions, restrictions, and limitations of receiving the AgenticAI Services set out within the Specification and any other usage documentation which may be supplied by Narwhal Group to the Client from time to time;
8.2. comply with all applies with all Applicable Law relating to its use of the Platform and the Client shall not use the Platform for any unlawful purposes; and
8.3. actively cooperate with Narwhal Group to resolve any problems that occur in relation to its access to or use of the Platform including, without limitation, providing any information and assistance which Narwhal Group may reasonably require.
8.2. comply with all applies with all Applicable Law relating to its use of the Platform and the Client shall not use the Platform for any unlawful purposes; and
8.3. actively cooperate with Narwhal Group to resolve any problems that occur in relation to its access to or use of the Platform including, without limitation, providing any information and assistance which Narwhal Group may reasonably require.
9. Without prejudice to the generality of paragraph 6.2 above, the Client shall ensure that:
9.1. it has and will continue to comply with all applicable Data Protection Legislation in respect of its use of the Platform and any personal data that is processed; and
9.2. it has obtained and will continue to obtain all consents, licenses and permissions in relation to any personal data it provides or otherwise makes available to the Platform.
9.2. it has obtained and will continue to obtain all consents, licenses and permissions in relation to any personal data it provides or otherwise makes available to the Platform.
10. Narwhal Group reserves the right to deploy a circuit-breaker capable of interrupting and stopping the Platform. Narwhal Group shall be entitled to deploy the circuit-breaker in any circumstances where Narwhal Group, acting reasonably, considers it is necessary to do so or to comply with applicable law. The Client shall not be entitled to any compensation or refunds in any circumstances where Narwhal Group deploys the circuit-breaker in accordance with this paragraph 10.
11. The Client shall, and shall procure the Authorised Users shall, devote reasonable time and patience to understanding how to operate the Platform. Should the Client have any doubts as to the operation of the Platform, these shall be raised as soon as practicable and in writing with Narwhal Group.
12. Narwhal Group shall be responsible for the continued operation and maintenance of the Platform during the Term. Narwhal Group has no obligation to provide updates or upgrades to the Platform but where so provided it may do so without notice or prior permission. Any such updates or upgrades so provided will become subject to the terms of this Agreement.
13. The Client shall retain accurate records of its use of the Platform and the names and volumes of Authorised Users and the Client provide Narwhal Group copies of such records upon reasonable request.
14. The Client shall notify Narwhal Group without delay of any problems and/or unexpected outcomes arising out of its use of the Platform.
15. Subject to the terms of terms of this Agreement and payment of the Fees, Narwhal Group grants to the Client and its Authorised Users a non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sub-licensable licence to access and use the Platform for the Permitted Purpose for the Term, provided that:
15.1. the Client complies with the terms of this Agreement and procures that the Authorised Users comply with the terms of this Agreement;
15.2. the Client shall be liable for all acts and omissions of any Authorised User and shall indemnity Narwhal Group against all losses incurred or suffered by Narwhal Group, or which Narwhal Group may become liable, arising out of any act or omission of any Authorised user;
15.3. all Fees are paid on or before the due date for such Fees; and
15.4. the Client shall use all reasonable endeavours to prevent any unauthorised access to, or use of, the Platform (whether or not by an Authorised User) and notify Narwhal Group promptly of any such unauthorised access or use.
15.2. the Client shall be liable for all acts and omissions of any Authorised User and shall indemnity Narwhal Group against all losses incurred or suffered by Narwhal Group, or which Narwhal Group may become liable, arising out of any act or omission of any Authorised user;
15.3. all Fees are paid on or before the due date for such Fees; and
15.4. the Client shall use all reasonable endeavours to prevent any unauthorised access to, or use of, the Platform (whether or not by an Authorised User) and notify Narwhal Group promptly of any such unauthorised access or use.
16. Except as otherwise permitted under this Agreement or by law, the Client shall not:
16.1. use, copy, modify, adapt, correct error, or create derivative works from the Platform;
16.2. decode, reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile or otherwise translate or convert the Platform or any part thereof;
16.3. assign, sub-licence, lease, resell, distribute or otherwise deal in or encumber the Platform;
16.4. access or use the Platform, or permit it to be accessed or used, on behalf of any third party or otherwise than for the Permitted Purpose; or
16.5. attempt to circumvent or interfere with any security feature of the Platform.
16.2. decode, reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile or otherwise translate or convert the Platform or any part thereof;
16.3. assign, sub-licence, lease, resell, distribute or otherwise deal in or encumber the Platform;
16.4. access or use the Platform, or permit it to be accessed or used, on behalf of any third party or otherwise than for the Permitted Purpose; or
16.5. attempt to circumvent or interfere with any security feature of the Platform.
17. In relation to Customer Materials, the Client shall ensure that any Customer Materials shall at all times be:
17.1. submitted lawfully and without infringement of any Intellectual Property Rights of any person;
17.2. free of virus, trojan, malwares or any similar malicious codes;
17.3. provided with the necessary consent of any third party;
17.4. not defamatory or likely to give rise to an allegation of defamation;
17.5. not obscene, seditious, vulgar, pornographic, sexually explicit, discriminatory or deceptive;
17.6. not abusive, threatening, offensive, harassing or invasive of privacy;
17.7. not racist, sexist or xenophobic;
17.8. not liable to offend religious sentiments or deeply held beliefs; and
17.9. unlikely to cause offence, embarrassment or annoyance to any person.
17.2. free of virus, trojan, malwares or any similar malicious codes;
17.3. provided with the necessary consent of any third party;
17.4. not defamatory or likely to give rise to an allegation of defamation;
17.5. not obscene, seditious, vulgar, pornographic, sexually explicit, discriminatory or deceptive;
17.6. not abusive, threatening, offensive, harassing or invasive of privacy;
17.7. not racist, sexist or xenophobic;
17.8. not liable to offend religious sentiments or deeply held beliefs; and
17.9. unlikely to cause offence, embarrassment or annoyance to any person.
18. The Client acknowledges that Narwhal Group does not maintain dedicated back up or disaster recovery facilities and the Client should ensure that it at all times maintains backups of any Customer Materials it uploads into the Platform.
19. To the extent that third party software is supplied as part of the Platform, the Client agrees to comply with any terms and conditions relating to such third party software.
20. The Client shall use the Platform responsibly and ethically at all times, and the Client shall not use the Platform in any way which may damage the reputation of Narwhal Group.
21. The Client warrants that there will be human oversight of the use of the Platform at all times in which it is in use, and the Client agrees and acknowledges that it is solely responsible for evaluating the accuracy and lawfulness of any output generated by the Platform.