Tariff Clauses: Why “Blanket Agreements” Don’t Work

Published for Coates' Canons on October 23, 2025.

A town is contracting for the purchase of a firetruck. The vendor requests this clause to be included in the contract: “The Town will be responsible for any unforeseen tariff/surcharge from suppliers.” Should the town agree? The answer is no. … Read more

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