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This contract outlines the terms and conditions for a contractual agreement between the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Ohio State Highway Patrol, and an independent contractor. The agreement covers the term, statement of work (including Exhibit 1), compensation, availability of funds, auditor recovery, debarment, workers compensation, drug-free workplace, equal opportunity requirements, conflict of interest, campaign contributions, ethics, open trade, executive orders, termination, claims, ownership, governing clause, suspension, termination, background check, antitrust, record keeping, force majeure, confidentiality, change, modification, contractors paid with federal funds. The contract is for the purchase of professional dress light shoes (buckle chukka) for the Ohio State Highway Patrol, with specific brand name or approved equal specifications. Bids will be evaluated based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder by low lot total. Additional documents, such as descriptive literature, may be required. The contract price will remain firm for the first 12 months, with potential for economic adjustment thereafter. The independent contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.