Sales Agreement - Equipment
EQUIPMENT PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT
(South Carolina UCC-Compliant — S.C. Code Ann. Title 36, Chapter 2)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Document Header and Recitals
- Definitions
- Sale and Purchase of Equipment
- Equipment Specifications and Serial Numbers
- Pricing and Payment Terms
- Delivery, Installation, and Commissioning
- Inspection and Acceptance
- Warranties
- Representations
- Training and Documentation
- Maintenance and Service Obligations
- Indemnification
- Limitation of Liability
- Intellectual Property
- Confidentiality
- Title Retention and Security Interests
- Default and Remedies
- Term and Termination
- Dispute Resolution
- General Provisions
- Execution Block
Exhibits:
- Exhibit A — Equipment Specifications
- Exhibit B — Price Schedule and Payment Milestones
- Exhibit C — Installation Plan
- Exhibit D — Training Schedule
- Exhibit E — Maintenance Terms
1. DOCUMENT HEADER AND RECITALS
EQUIPMENT PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT (this "Agreement"), effective as of [__/__/____] (the "Effective Date"), is entered into by and between:
SELLER:
Name: [________________________________]
Entity Type: [________________________________] organized under the laws of [________________________________]
Principal Address: [________________________________]
SC Retail License No.: [________________________________]
(hereinafter "Seller")
BUYER:
Name: [________________________________]
Entity Type: [________________________________] organized under the laws of [________________________________]
Principal Address: [________________________________]
SC Retail License No.: [________________________________]
(hereinafter "Buyer")
Seller and Buyer are each a "Party" and collectively the "Parties."
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Seller is in the business of manufacturing, distributing, or selling commercial and industrial equipment;
WHEREAS, Buyer desires to purchase from Seller, and Seller desires to sell to Buyer, certain equipment more particularly described in Exhibit A (the "Equipment"), on the terms and conditions set forth herein;
WHEREAS, the Parties intend this Agreement to constitute a contract for the sale of goods governed by Article 2 of the South Carolina Uniform Commercial Code (S.C. Code Ann. §§ 36-2-101 et seq.);
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, representations, and warranties contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
2. DEFINITIONS
"Acceptance" means Buyer's acceptance per Section 7, or deemed acceptance under S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-606.
"Affiliate" means any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with a Party (50%+ voting securities).
"Applicable Law" means all federal, South Carolina state, and local laws applicable to the transaction, including the SC UCC.
"Business Day" means any day other than Saturday, Sunday, or a day banks in South Carolina are closed.
"Closing" means consummation of the sale and purchase.
"Commissioning" means successful functional testing per the Performance Specifications.
"Confidential Information" has the meaning in Section 15.
"Conforming Goods" means Equipment conforming in all material respects (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-106).
"Cure Period" has the meaning in Section 7.4.
"Delivery Date" means the date in Exhibit C for delivery.
"Delivery Point" means [________________________________], as specified in Section 6.
"Equipment" means the machinery, apparatus, devices, components, parts, accessories, and related items in Exhibit A.
"Force Majeure Event" has the meaning in Section 20.6.
"Intellectual Property" means all patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, know-how, firmware, software, and proprietary rights related to the Equipment.
"Lien" means any mortgage, pledge, security interest, encumbrance, or charge.
"Performance Specifications" means the standards in Exhibit A.
"Permitted Liens" means Liens in Exhibit A, Section 3, if any.
"PMSI" means a purchase money security interest per S.C. Code Ann. § 36-9-103.
"Purchase Price" has the meaning in Section 5.1.
"Punch List" means minor items not preventing Commissioning that Seller must remedy.
"Specifications" means the technical requirements in Exhibit A.
"UCC" means the South Carolina UCC (S.C. Code Ann. Title 36).
"Warranty Period" has the meaning in Section 8.1.
3. SALE AND PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT
3.1 Agreement to Sell and Purchase
Seller agrees to sell, transfer, and deliver the Equipment, and Buyer agrees to purchase and accept the Equipment, subject to this Agreement.
3.2 Scope of Sale
- ☐ Equipment as described in Exhibit A
- ☐ Standard accessories, attachments, and components
- ☐ Operating manuals, maintenance guides, and technical documentation
- ☐ Firmware/embedded software licenses (if applicable)
- ☐ Spare parts kit (if specified)
- ☐ Specialty tooling for routine maintenance (if specified)
3.3 Exclusions
Unless listed in Exhibit A: (a) consumables; (b) site preparation; (c) third-party software; (d) extended service contracts.
4. EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS AND SERIAL NUMBERS
4.1 Specifications
Equipment shall conform to Exhibit A in all material respects.
4.2 Serial Numbers
| Item | Description | Make/Manufacturer | Model No. | Serial No. | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [________________________________] | [____________] | [____________] | [____________] | [____] |
| 2 | [________________________________] | [____________] | [____________] | [____________] | [____] |
| 3 | [________________________________] | [____________] | [____________] | [____________] | [____] |
4.3 Changes
No changes without written agreement. Material changes require amendment.
5. PRICING AND PAYMENT TERMS
5.1 Purchase Price
$[________________________________] (the "Purchase Price"), per Exhibit B.
5.2 Payment Milestones
| Milestone | Percentage | Amount (USD) | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Execution Deposit | [____]% | $[____________] | Upon execution |
| Manufacturing Completion | [____]% | $[____________] | [__/__/____] |
| Delivery | [____]% | $[____________] | Upon delivery |
| Commissioning / Acceptance | [____]% | $[____________] | Upon Acceptance |
| Retention | [____]% | $[____________] | [__/__/____] |
5.3 Method of Payment
Wire transfer of immediately available funds.
5.4 Late Payment Interest
Overdue amounts bear interest at the rate of eight and three-quarters percent (8.75%) per annum — the legal rate under S.C. Code Ann. § 34-31-20(A) for accounts stated and cases where a sum is ascertained and due — or such other rate as the Parties agree, calculated from the due date until actual payment.
South Carolina Interest Rate Law:
- Legal Rate (Contracts): S.C. Code Ann. § 34-31-20(A) sets the legal rate at 8.75% per annum for accounts stated and ascertained sums.
- Judgment Interest Rate: Under S.C. Code Ann. § 34-31-20(B), judgments bear interest at the prime rate (as published in the first Wall Street Journal edition of each calendar year) plus 4 percentage points, compounded annually. The SC Supreme Court issues an annual order confirming the rate. For 2025 (January 15, 2025 through January 14, 2026), the rate is 11.50% compounded annually.
- Historical Reference: Pre-2001 judgments bore 14% interest; 2001–2005 judgments bore 12%.
- Contract Freedom: For business loans over $50,000, parties may agree to any rate (S.C. Code Ann. § 34-31-30).
5.5 Taxes
(a) Sales and Use Tax. South Carolina imposes a state sales tax of 6% (S.C. Code Ann. § 12-36-910), plus any applicable local taxes. The maximum combined sales and use tax rate on tangible personal property, less food, is capped at 9%.
(b) Manufacturing Equipment Exemption. S.C. Code Ann. § 12-36-2120(17) exempts machines used in manufacturing, processing, recycling, compounding, mining, or quarrying tangible personal property for sale, provided the machine is used in "substantial" (but not necessarily "exclusive") manufacturing use. This includes both the machine and its repair or replacement parts.
(c) Material Handling Equipment. Material handling equipment used in distribution or manufacturing facilities may qualify for exemption where the taxpayer invests at least $35 million in real or personal property over a five-year period (S.C. Code Ann. § 12-36-2120(51)).
(d) Pollution Control Equipment. Equipment used to control air or water pollution from manufacturing facilities is exempt (S.C. Code Ann. § 12-36-2120(56)).
(e) Responsibility. Buyer is responsible for all taxes after delivery except Seller's income taxes. Buyer shall provide required exemption certificates (Form ST-8A or successor) and indemnify Seller for tax liability from invalid certificates.
6. DELIVERY, INSTALLATION, AND COMMISSIONING
6.1 Delivery Terms
☐ FOB Seller's Facility (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-319) — risk passes upon carrier possession.
☐ FOB Buyer's Facility — risk passes upon tender at Buyer's location.
☐ Other: [________________________________]
6.2 Risk of Loss
Per the delivery terms and S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-509.
6.3 Title Passage
Title passes upon the later of delivery or full payment, subject to security interest under Section 16.
6.4 Shipping and Insurance
(a) Carrier: [________________________________]. Freight: ☐ included / ☐ Buyer pays.
(b) Risk-bearing Party insures for full replacement value.
(c) Seller packs per industry standards.
6.5 Installation
☐ Seller Installation per Exhibit C.
☐ Buyer Installation — Seller provides technical guidance.
☐ Third-Party: [________________________________]
6.6 Commissioning
Complete when: (a) Equipment meets Performance Specifications during [____]-hour test run; and (b) Commissioning Certificate executed or no objection within [____] Business Days.
6.7 Delay Liquidated Damages
[____]% of Purchase Price per [week/day] of delay, capped at [____]%.
7. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE
7.1 Right of Inspection
Per S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-513.
7.2 Inspection Period
[____] Business Days after the later of delivery or Commissioning.
7.3 Acceptance
Earliest of: (a) written Acceptance; (b) Commissioning Certificate; (c) production use; or (d) Inspection Period expiration.
Acceptance does not impair warranty rights (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-607(2)).
7.4 Rejection and Cure
(a) Rejection within Inspection Period (S.C. Code Ann. §§ 36-2-601, 36-2-602).
(b) Perfect Tender (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-601).
(c) Right to Cure — [____] days (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-508).
(d) Failure to Cure — cancel (§ 36-2-711), cover (§ 36-2-712), or damages (§ 36-2-713).
7.5 Revocation of Acceptance
Per S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-608.
8. WARRANTIES
8.1 Express Warranty
For [____] months after Acceptance (the "Warranty Period"):
(a) Conformity to Specifications;
(b) Free from defects in materials and workmanship;
(c) Operates within Performance Specifications; and
(d) New (unless Exhibit A states otherwise).
8.2 Implied Warranty of Merchantability
Per S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-314.
☐ Retained ☐ Disclaimed — See Section 8.5.
8.3 Implied Warranty of Fitness for Particular Purpose
Per S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-315.
☐ Retained ☐ Disclaimed — See Section 8.5.
8.4 Warranty Remedies
Seller shall, at sole cost: (a) repair/replace within [____] Business Days; or (b) refund if impracticable.
8.5 Disclaimer (If Applicable)
THE EQUIPMENT IS SOLD "AS IS." EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES IN SECTION 8.1, SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY (S.C. CODE ANN. § 36-2-314) AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (§ 36-2-315). THIS DISCLAIMER IS CONSPICUOUS AS REQUIRED BY S.C. CODE ANN. § 36-2-316(2).
8.6 Warranty Exclusions
No coverage for: (a) misuse or neglect; (b) unauthorized modifications; (c) normal wear; (d) Force Majeure; (e) non-approved parts.
8.7 Statute of Limitations
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-725, actions for breach of a sales contract must commence within four (4) years. The Parties may reduce to not less than one (1) year.
South Carolina Practice Note: For general written contract claims not governed by the UCC, S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530 provides a three (3)-year statute of limitations for breach of contract. Where a transaction involves mixed UCC and non-UCC elements, practitioners must carefully analyze which SOL applies to each claim.
9. REPRESENTATIONS
9.1 Mutual Representations
Each Party represents: (a) duly organized and in good standing; (b) full power and authority; (c) binding obligation; (d) no conflict; (e) no material litigation.
9.2 Seller's Representations
(a) Title — good and marketable, free of Liens except Permitted Liens;
(b) No Infringement — no known IP infringement;
(c) Compliance — manufactured per Applicable Laws;
(d) Condition — new unless stated otherwise; and
(e) Tax Registration — registered to collect SC sales tax.
9.3 Buyer's Representations
(a) Financial capacity; (b) lawful use; (c) valid exemption certificates.
10. TRAINING AND DOCUMENTATION
10.1 Training
Per Exhibit D: (a) [____] hours operator training, [____] personnel; (b) [____] hours maintenance training, [____] technicians; (c) Location: ☐ Buyer / ☐ Seller / ☐ Remote.
10.2 Documentation
At or before Commissioning: operating manuals, maintenance/service manuals, parts catalog, schematics, safety data sheets, warranty registration.
10.3 Updates
During the Warranty Period at no charge.
11. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE OBLIGATIONS
11.1 Warranty-Period Service
Per Section 8.4 at no cost.
11.2 Post-Warranty Service
Per Exhibit E, or time-and-materials at published rates.
11.3 Parts Availability
Commercially reasonable efforts for [____] years. [____] months' notice before discontinuation.
11.4 Remote Diagnostics
If equipped, Buyer allows reasonable remote access during the Warranty Period.
12. INDEMNIFICATION
12.1 Seller's Indemnification
Seller indemnifies Buyer from: (a) breach of Seller's representations, warranties, or covenants; (b) design, material, or workmanship defects; (c) third-party IP infringement; (d) title defects; (e) Seller's gross negligence or willful misconduct.
12.2 Buyer's Indemnification
Buyer indemnifies Seller from: (a) breach of Buyer's representations, warranties, or covenants; (b) post-Acceptance use or modification; (c) non-compliance with law; (d) Buyer's gross negligence or willful misconduct.
12.3 Procedures
Prompt notice, sole defense control, cooperation.
13. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
13.1 Liability Cap
EXCEPT FOR INDEMNIFICATION, WARRANTY, CONFIDENTIALITY BREACH, AND GROSS NEGLIGENCE/WILLFUL MISCONDUCT, AGGREGATE LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED [________________________________] (THE "LIABILITY CAP").
13.2 Exclusion of Consequential Damages
NEITHER PARTY IS LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY. Per S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-719(3), commercial limitation is not prima facie unconscionable.
13.3 Essential Purpose
If a remedy fails of its essential purpose (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-719(2)), limitations above still apply to the extent permitted.
14. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
14.1 Ownership
Seller retains all IP rights.
14.2 License Grant
Non-exclusive, non-transferable, perpetual license to use embedded IP to operate, maintain, and repair the Equipment.
14.3 IP Infringement Defense
Seller shall: (a) procure continued use rights; (b) modify to non-infringing; or (c) replace. If not practicable, accept return and refund.
14.4 Buyer Modifications
No distribution of modifications incorporating Seller's IP without consent.
15. CONFIDENTIALITY
15.1 Definition
"Confidential Information" includes all non-public information disclosed in connection with this Agreement, including trade secrets under the South Carolina Trade Secrets Act (S.C. Code Ann. §§ 39-8-10 to 39-8-130).
SC Trade Secrets Act Note: South Carolina enacted its own Trade Secrets Act (Chapter 8, Title 39) in 1992, amended in 1997. Unlike the Uniform Trade Secrets Act adopted by most states, the SC TSA has unique provisions, particularly S.C. Code Ann. § 39-8-30, which addresses an employee's obligation to refrain from disclosing trade secrets. A trade secret must derive independent economic value from not being generally known or readily ascertainable, and must be subject to reasonable efforts to maintain secrecy (S.C. Code Ann. § 39-8-20).
15.2 Obligations
Use solely for this Agreement; protect with reasonable care; no third-party disclosure without consent (except bound personnel with need to know).
15.3 Exclusions
Public information, prior knowledge, independent development, rightful third-party receipt.
15.4 Compelled Disclosure
Prompt notice (if permitted) and minimum disclosure.
15.5 Duration
[____] years after termination. Trade secret obligations continue as long as the information qualifies under S.C. Code Ann. § 39-8-20.
15.6 Remedies
Injunctive relief under S.C. Code Ann. § 39-8-30(A). Actual damages including lost profits and unjust enrichment under S.C. Code Ann. § 39-8-30(B). Punitive damages may be available for willful and malicious misappropriation under general South Carolina tort law. Attorneys' fees in cases of willful and malicious misappropriation or bad-faith litigation. The SC TSA displaces conflicting state tort law but does not affect contractual remedies (S.C. Code Ann. § 39-8-50).
16. TITLE RETENTION AND SECURITY INTERESTS
16.1 Reservation of Title
☐ Applicable. Title reserved until payment in full (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-2-401), operating as a security interest.
☐ Not Applicable.
16.2 PMSI
Seller's interest is a PMSI (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-9-103) with super-priority (S.C. Code Ann. § 36-9-324).
16.3 Perfection
(a) Buyer authorizes filing a UCC-1 with the South Carolina Secretary of State (Columbia, SC) to perfect the security interest. South Carolina uses centralized filing for most collateral types.
(b) Filing Fee: Standard UCC-1 filing fee is currently $25.00 (online) or $50.00 (paper).
(c) Continuation statements per S.C. Code Ann. § 36-9-515.
16.4 Buyer's Obligations
While security interest exists: (a) no additional Liens; (b) insurance naming Seller as loss payee; (c) no relocation without consent; (d) permit inspection.
16.5 Release
UCC-3 termination within [____] Business Days after full payment.
17. DEFAULT AND REMEDIES
17.1 Events of Default
(a) Buyer Default: (i) payment failure for [____] Business Days after notice; (ii) failure to accept conforming Equipment; (iii) material breach uncured for [____] days; (iv) insolvency/bankruptcy.
(b) Seller Default: (i) delivery failure for [____] days; (ii) nonconforming delivery with failure to cure; (iii) material breach uncured for [____] days; (iv) insolvency/bankruptcy.
17.2 Buyer's Remedies (S.C. Code Ann. §§ 36-2-711 to 36-2-717)
(a) Cancel (§ 36-2-711); (b) Cover (§ 36-2-712); (c) Damages for non-delivery (§ 36-2-713); (d) Incidental/consequential damages (§ 36-2-715), subject to Section 13; (e) Specific performance (§ 36-2-716); (f) Recover amounts paid.
17.3 Seller's Remedies (S.C. Code Ann. §§ 36-2-703 to 36-2-710)
(a) Withhold/stop delivery (§§ 36-2-703, 36-2-705); (b) Resell (§ 36-2-706); (c) Damages/lost profits (§§ 36-2-708, 36-2-710); (d) Action for the price (§ 36-2-709); (e) Cancel; (f) Secured party rights (§§ 36-9-601 et seq.).
17.4 Cumulative Remedies
All remedies are cumulative.
17.5 Attorneys' Fees
The prevailing Party recovers reasonable fees, costs, and expenses.
South Carolina Practice Note: South Carolina generally follows the "American Rule" but permits fee-shifting by contract. S.C. Code Ann. § 15-77-300 authorizes attorneys' fees in actions to recover amounts due on contracts where a fee provision exists.
18. TERM AND TERMINATION
18.1 Term
Effective until all obligations are performed.
18.2 Termination for Cause
Upon material uncured default.
18.3 Termination for Convenience
☐ Buyer may terminate upon [____] days' notice and payment of amounts due, costs, and [____]% cancellation fee.
☐ Neither Party may terminate for convenience.
18.4 Survival
Sections 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 (until released), 17, 19, and 20 survive.
19. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
19.1 Governing Law
South Carolina law, including the SC UCC (S.C. Code Ann. Title 36), without regard to conflict-of-laws. CISG excluded.
19.2 Negotiation
Good-faith negotiations between executives for [____] Business Days.
19.3 Mediation (Optional)
☐ Elected. Mediation in [________________________________], South Carolina.
☐ Not Elected.
19.4 Litigation
Exclusive jurisdiction in the Court of Common Pleas for [________________________________] County, South Carolina, or the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina ([________________________________] Division).
South Carolina Court System Note: South Carolina's Court of Common Pleas is the state court of general civil jurisdiction. There is a single federal judicial district (the District of South Carolina) with divisions in Aiken, Anderson, Beaufort, Charleston, Columbia, Florence, Greenville, Orangeburg, Rock Hill, and Spartanburg. For significant commercial disputes, the South Carolina Business Court Pilot Program (Rule 40A, SCRCP) allows certain complex business cases to be assigned to a business court judge in Richland and Charleston Counties.
19.5 Arbitration (Optional)
☐ Elected. Binding arbitration by [AAA / JAMS / Other] under Commercial Rules in [________________________________], South Carolina.
☐ Not Elected.
19.6 Jury Trial Waiver
EACH PARTY HEREBY KNOWINGLY, VOLUNTARILY, AND IRREVOCABLY WAIVES, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY SOUTH CAROLINA LAW, ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT.
South Carolina Practice Note: South Carolina courts have generally upheld contractual jury trial waivers in commercial contexts where the waiver is knowing, voluntary, and conspicuous. The South Carolina Constitution (Art. I, § 14) preserves the right to jury trial, but the South Carolina Supreme Court has recognized that this right can be contractually waived. Ensure the waiver is prominent and bilaterally agreed.
19.7 Provisional Remedies
Nothing herein precludes seeking injunctive relief to protect Confidential Information or IP.
20. GENERAL PROVISIONS
20.1 Entire Agreement
This Agreement and Exhibits constitute the entire agreement.
20.2 Amendments
In writing signed by both Parties.
20.3 Assignment
No assignment without consent, except to successors by merger or asset sale.
20.4 Notices
In writing; deemed given upon personal delivery, certified mail, overnight courier, or confirmed email.
20.5 Severability and Restrictive Covenants
CRITICAL SOUTH CAROLINA NOTE — NO BLUE PENCIL FOR RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS: South Carolina courts do not follow the "blue pencil" doctrine for restrictive covenants (non-competes, non-solicitation, territorial restrictions). If a court finds a restrictive covenant to be unreasonable in scope, duration, or geographic area, the court will invalidate the entire covenant rather than narrow it to make it enforceable. Unlike states that follow the blue pencil or reformation doctrine, South Carolina requires that restrictive covenants be reasonable as drafted or they are void in their entirety. Draft all restrictive covenants with extreme precision. Consider using "step-down" provisions only with caution — South Carolina courts have not consistently enforced them.
For all other provisions: if any provision is held invalid, it shall be severed and the remainder shall continue in full force.
20.6 Force Majeure
No liability for delays beyond reasonable control. Prompt notice, mitigation efforts. If exceeding [____] days, non-affected Party may terminate.
20.7 Electronic Signatures
Effective per the South Carolina UETA (S.C. Code Ann. §§ 26-6-10 to 26-6-200) and federal ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. § 7001 et seq.).
20.8 Counterparts
May be executed in counterparts.
20.9 Waiver
No waiver of breach is a waiver of subsequent breach. Written waivers only.
20.10 Relationship
Independent contractors.
20.11 Third-Party Beneficiaries
None.
20.12 Construction
(a) Headings for convenience. (b) No rule against drafter. (c) "Including" means without limitation. (d) Statutory references include amendments.
20.13 South Carolina Tax Compliance
SC imposes 6% state sales tax plus applicable local taxes. Machines used in manufacturing are exempt under S.C. Code Ann. § 12-36-2120(17), requiring "substantial" (not exclusive) manufacturing use. Repair and replacement parts for exempt machines are also exempt. Material handling equipment in distribution/manufacturing facilities may be exempt with $35M+ investment (§ 12-36-2120(51)). Pollution control equipment for manufacturing is exempt (§ 12-36-2120(56)). Buyer must provide Form ST-8A (or successor) and indemnify Seller for invalid certificates.
20.14 South Carolina Judgment Interest Notice
Practitioners should note that South Carolina's judgment interest rate — prime plus 4%, compounded annually (S.C. Code Ann. § 34-31-20(B)) — is among the highest in the Southeast and compounds rather than accruing as simple interest. As of January 2025, the rate is 11.50% compounded annually. The SC Supreme Court publishes the rate each January. This rate applies to all judgments entered on or after July 1, 2005. This creates significant exposure for a losing party and should factor into settlement analyses and dispute budgeting.
21. EXECUTION BLOCK
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.
SELLER
[________________________________]
| Signature: | __________________________________________ |
| Printed Name: | [________________________________] |
| Title: | [________________________________] |
| Date: | [__/__/____] |
BUYER
[________________________________]
| Signature: | __________________________________________ |
| Printed Name: | [________________________________] |
| Title: | [________________________________] |
| Date: | [__/__/____] |
EXHIBIT A — EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS
A-1. Equipment Description
| Item | Description | Make/Manufacturer | Model | Serial No. | Year | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [________________________________] | [________] | [________] | [________] | [____] | [__] |
| 2 | [________________________________] | [________] | [________] | [________] | [____] | [__] |
| 3 | [________________________________] | [________] | [________] | [________] | [____] | [__] |
A-2. Performance Specifications
[________________________________]
A-3. Permitted Liens
☐ None ☐ [________________________________]
A-4. Condition
☐ New ☐ Used — Condition: [________________________________]
EXHIBIT B — PRICE SCHEDULE
| Line Item | Description | Unit Price | Qty | Extended Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Equipment per Exhibit A | $[________] | [__] | $[________] |
| 2 | Installation | $[________] | — | $[________] |
| 3 | Training | $[________] | — | $[________] |
| 4 | Freight / Shipping | $[________] | — | $[________] |
| 5 | Spare Parts Kit | $[________] | — | $[________] |
| Total Purchase Price | $[________] |
EXHIBIT C — INSTALLATION PLAN
- Site Preparation: [________________________________]
- Utility Requirements: [________________________________]
- Delivery Schedule: [________________________________]
- Installation Timeline: [________________________________]
- Commissioning Protocol: [________________________________]
- Responsible Party: ☐ Seller ☐ Buyer ☐ Third Party: [________________________________]
EXHIBIT D — TRAINING SCHEDULE
| Session | Topic | Duration | Location | Max Attendees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Operator Training | [____] hrs | [________] | [____] |
| 2 | Maintenance Training | [____] hrs | [________] | [____] |
| 3 | Safety Training | [____] hrs | [________] | [____] |
| 4 | Advanced | [____] hrs | [________] | [____] |
EXHIBIT E — MAINTENANCE TERMS
- Warranty Maintenance: Per Section 8.
- Post-Warranty Options:
- ☐ Full-Service: $[________]/year
- ☐ Parts-Only: $[________]/year
- ☐ Time-and-Materials - Response Times: Emergency: [____] hrs; Non-Emergency: [____] Business Days
- Parts Availability: Per Section 11.3.
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