15/2004

 

 

Wittenberg University

 

 

 

Dear Student, Faculty & Staff

 

In partnership with Wittenberg University, Pomeroy IT Solutions is offering you an opportunity to protect your PC or Apple investment and to protect your access to the University network.  We have designed an On-Campus ExtendedCare Warranty to cover computer needs that go well beyond standard services covered in manufacturer’s warranties.

 

Viruses?  SPAM? Configuration confusion?  Now you can get help conveniently, quickly, and at low cost.  This On-Campus ExtendedCare Warranty covers items not covered by Manufacturer’s warranties and is custom-designed to meet Wittenberg University PC/laptop and network requirements. 

 

A one-year, renewable On-Campus ExtendedCare service agreement is just $29.95/year.  This service is available only to Wittenberg students, faculty and staff… covers the services described above… and is subject to the Terms and Conditions as described in the enclosed On-Campus ExtendedCare Agreement.

 

Beginning September 2004,  Pomeroy IT will be on campus in Synod Hall room every Tuesday and Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. during the academic year.   You may bring your computer in for help with the following:

 

  • Operating system security patches
  • Antivirus installation, configuration, and patches
  • Facilitate network connections
  • Diagnose and facilitate hardware repair

 

 

If you choose not to enroll in the ExtendedCare program, you may still use the on-site services.  Pomeroy IT will assist Wittenberg-affiliated non-members on a per-incident fee of $75.00.  After this fee is paid the computer will be considered enrolled in the program for the remainder of the current school year….entitling you to all of the services described in our On-Campus ExtendedCare Agreement, at no additional charge.

 

Our mission says it all,  “To Be The Best Information Technology Provider in America

“.  We achieve this through unprejudiced service delivery and execution regardless of our customer’s size, breadth or scope.  Our success lies in fulfilling your service needs!

 

If you are in the market for a new PC or MAC laptop, that meets University networking requirements, please see enclosed brochures about computer purchase offer available only to Wittenberg students, faculty and staff.

 

If you have any questions about how to use the services provided under the Extended Care Program,or have questions about purchasing a computer, please feel free to contact me directly at 937-439-9682, ext. 101.

 

 

_______________________

Chris Morgan

Regional VP

 

 

Enclosed:      Service Agreement




 

Invoice

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Extended Care Agreement

 

 

This Agreement is made between Pomeroy Information Technology Solutions (hereinafter “Pomeroy IT”) and the party/parties indicated on the attached invoice (hereinafter “Customer”) By purchasing the attached 1 Year Service Agreement you agree to abide by the terms and conditions contained with, unless otherwise documented by and addendum to this agreement. Customer has agreed to obtain from Pomeroy IT, and Pomeroy IT agrees to provide to Customer, services as hereinafter described, subject to the terms and conditions stated in this agreement.

 

General - The failure or delay by either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not operate as a waiver of the right to enforce such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall act as a subsequent waiver of such a provision, nor as a waiver of any other provision of this agreement.  Any notice required or permitted hereunder, except a request for service by the Customer, shall be in writing and delivered or sent by certified mail, return receipt requested and postage prepaid, to the receiving party at the address set forth in the final page of this Agreement of at such address as designated in writing by such party to the other.

 

Term - Coverage under this agreement begins as of “Invoice Date” as indicated on the attached invoice and shall remain in effect for the period in accordance with services purchased, which is also indicated on the attached invoice.

 

Pricing  - The attached invoice indicates the prices for services covered under this agreement, which must be paid prior to services being rendered under this agreement.

 

Services not covered under this agreement will be invoiced to Customer at the following rates and terms unless otherwise agreed upon by an addendum or other service agreements in effect during the term: Labor - $75.00 per incident, + any parts needed, No Travel Fee.

 

Service Level Agreement – The term “Service Level Agreement” as used herein refers to on-site or telephonic response time by a certified technician.  Response time shall be measured from the time the Customer completes a call to Pomeroy IT Dispatch Team to the time a certified technician contacts the customer.  Under this agreement, service will be provided in accordance with the response time as indicated on the invoice for each “extended care” service purchases.  Serviced will be measured and performed during normal business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday and Friday (except on the following holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, subject to University Holiday Schedule) Service will be completed on a best effort basis and the provider is not responsible for delays in parts that are beyond its control.

 

Covered Equipment – Covered Equipment is that equipment listed on the attached invoice.  No equipment shall be eligible for Coverage if it has altered and /or if the Customer provides invalid serial numbers.

 

Covered Services – The term “Covered Services” as used herein means the services Pomeroy IT deems reasonably appropriate and necessary to maintain or complete services purchased as indicated on the attached invoice.

 

Billable Call Maintenance – The term “Billable Call Maintenance” as used herein means any maintenance, other than Covered Services, performed by Pomeroy IT.  Pricing will be set forth in the section above labeled “pricing”

 

Exclusions to Covered Services - Covered Services does not include the following unless purchased or specified on the attached invoice:

a)      Maintenance of accessories, attachments, supplies machines, or other devices; that are not equipment items;

b)      Refinishing of equipment;

c)       Adding or removing accessories, attachments, or other devices;

d)      Repair for damage not caused by Pomeroy IT, including without limitation, damage resulting from accident, transportation, power, air conditioning or humidity control, telephone equipment or communication line failure, use of external materials or supplies which do not adhere to manufacturer specifications, or causes other than ordinary use, damage caused by misuse either deliberate or accidental;

e)      Specification changes;

f)        Service which is impractical for Pomeroy IT to render because of alterations in the Equipment made by persons other than Pomeroy IT without receiving Pomeroy IT’s prior written approval;

g)      Any services in respect to software or programming; except those mentioned on cover page.

h)      Consumable and/or Customer maintainable items so designated within the manufacturer/user documentation as operator responsibilities, including but not limited to printer print heads, ribbons, toner, cartridges, batteries, etc.;

i)        End-of -life replacement of print engines or other products that are deemed by the manufacturer to have a designated life span;

j)        Any replacement of the Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) for such occurrences as burnt phosphor of the screen, but does not include the replacement if the CRT should fail;

k)      Recovery or reinstallation of data or application files;

l)        Any services in respect to software or firmware programming; and

m)    Ordinary cleaning, adjustment, or alignment when there is no impairment of functionality.

 

 

Parts - Covered Maintenance shall include replacement of unserviceable parts, except for supplies or expendable parts and/or customer maintainable items as described above. In the case of Billable Call Maintenance, replacement of unserviceable parts will be invoiced on a cost plus 30% basis to the customer, unless the maintenance involving replacement is Billable Call Maintenance solely because of the hour or day when performed, in which case the maintenance shall include parts replacement as in the case of Covered Maintenance. All replaced parts become the property of Pomeroy IT.

 

Charges - The total charges for the support services selected by the customer are set forth in the Pricing section of this agreement. Unless otherwise specified in the agreement, Billable Call Maintenance activities are as indicated in the pricing section above. Customer shall pay charges associated with this agreement prior to the commencement of Coverage. In the event any sum of money owed by customer under this agreement is not paid then Provider is not obligated to perform service activities outlined in this agreement.

 

Travel - Travel charges incurred as a result of repairs to covered equipment will be included if indicated on the attached invoice. Travel time for Billable Call Maintenance will be charged to Customer per incident at the rate indicated in the pricing section above in addition to travel expenses incurred for tolls, parking, and other out-of-pocket expenses deemed necessary to complete the service requested.

Taxes - All maintenance charges are exclusive of applicable federal, state, or local taxes. Customer shall pay or reimburse Pomeroy IT for any taxes and Pomeroy IT may add such taxes to any invoices submitted to Customer.

 

BillingCustomer must pay at the time of purchase.

 

Excused Performance – Pomeroy IT shall not be deemed to be in default of any provision hereof or be liable for any delay, failure in performance, or interruption of service resulting from acts of God, civil or military catastrophes, transportation delays, inability to obtain materials or parts from suppliers, or parts from suppliers, or any other force beyond its reasonable control.

 

Limitation of Liability - Pomeroy IT shall not be liable for special, incidental punitive, or consequential damages in connection with support or service provided including but not limited to loss of profits or revenue, loss of use of equipment, costs of substitute equipment, or other down-time costs.  In addition, liability with respect to property damages or injury (including death) to persons arising out of or connected with support performed under this agreement, is limited strictly to that imposing any greater liability of Pomeroy IT.

 

Unauthorized Repairs – Pomeroy IT may withdraw any items of Covered Equipment from Coverage upon 45-days written notice to Customer if the items require repeated repair resulting from any repair or maintenance made by a party other than Pomeroy IT.

 

Termination and Withdrawal - Customer may terminate this agreement or withdraw any items of Covered Equipment from Coverage by providing Pomeroy IT with written notice, which shall become effective 30 days after receipt. In the event of such termination, Customer shall not receive any refund or prorating of any fees paid to Pomeroy IT.  Pomeroy IT may withdraw any items of Covered Equipment from coverage upon 30 days written notice and opportunity to cure such non-compliance. Upon such termination or withdrawal from Coverage to Customer if the items require repeated repair resulting from any repair or maintenance made by a party other than Provider.

 

Modification or Amendment - No modification or amendment of this agreement will be binding on either party unless in writing and signed by an authorized representative or officer of each party.  Said notification must be delivered to the person or position and address as listed in the section labeled Acceptance of Service Agreement.

 

Jurisdiction - The laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky shall govern this agreement.

 

General - The failure or delay by either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not operate as a waiver of the right to enforce such provision or any other provision of this Agreement.  No waiver of any provision of this Agreement. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall act as a subsequent waiver of such a provision, nor as a waiver of any other provision of this agreement.  Any notice required or permitted hereunder, except a request for service by a the Customer, shall be in writing and delivered or sent by certified mail, return receipt requested and postage prepaid, to the receiving party at the address set forth in the final page of this Agreement of at such address as designated in writing  by such party to  the other.

Entire Agreement - This agreement contains the entire agreement of Provider and the Customer. No representations, inducements, promises, negotiations, or agreements, oral or otherwise, not contained herein shall be of any force or effect.

 

 

Acceptance - After reviewing the service program, I accept the terms and conditions as documented in this proposal/agreement.

 

Customer:

 

 

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Signature                                                   Date

 

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Name                                                        

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Address

 

 

Provider:

 

 

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Brian Mitchiner                                           Date

Service Manager

C/O Pomeroy Information Technology Solutions

478 Windsor Park Dr

Dayton, OH 45459

937-439-9682