mm/dd/yyyy This agreement is entered into between Green Logistics LLC, and the Carrier/Broker, with the goal of strengthening mutual efforts in maintaining a secure and efficient environment for transporting freight. The Carrier/Broker agrees to develop and maintain a documented and verifiable security plan that aligns with the recommended practices listed herein. In cases where the Carrier/Broker does not directly control production or distribution, they are encouraged to share these security guidelines with those parties.

Carrier/Broker Commitment

The Carrier/Broker should meet, at a minimum, the following expectations for maintaining proper security across the transportation process. The Broker will compensate the Carrier according to the rates and charges outlined in the Load Confirmation(s). These confirmations act as supplements to this agreement and override any conflicting terms within it. Any accessorial services or additional charges must also be documented in either this agreement or the Load Confirmation; otherwise, they are not billable.If any rate is agreed upon verbally, it must be confirmed in writing within five (5) business days for it to remain enforceable. In order to receive payment, the Carrier must:

• Submit valid proof of delivery
• Include matching invoice documentation showing the shipment reached its final destination

The Broker is responsible for arranging transportation services but does not handle, possess, or operate the freight directly. Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws is required for all activities covered under this agreement.It is clearly understood that the Broker’s role under this agreement is strictly to coordinate transportation services on behalf of the shipper. The Broker does not physically transport goods or control how the freight is handled or moved.

Security Deposit (Refundable Slot Fee):

To confirm a scheduled load, the Carrier is required to make a $400 refundable security deposit via a direct or instant payment method to Green logistics LLC. After payment, the Carrier must obtain a receipt confirming the deposit.

This deposit will be reimbursed with the payment for the first completed load, or at the termination of this agreement, assuming there are no outstanding debts or violations. The Carrier may terminate this agreement by providing at least one week's written notice. Any detention costs during service will be handled by the Broker.

Payment Terms :

In order to receive payment, the Carrier must provide a signed copy of the rate confirmation along with the company's official invoice addressed to the broker. There are two payment options available. If the Carrier selects the quick-pay option, the payment will be deposited on the same day, subject to a two percent service fee. Alternatively, the standard payment option ensures deposit within twenty-four hours without any additional charges. Factoring services are also accepted under this arrangement, allowing flexibility for the Carrier’s preferred financial handling.

Terms :

To be eligible for compensation related to accessorial charges or incidental services, the Carrier is required to arrive at the shipper or receiver’s location on time as scheduled. All supporting documents for detention, accessorials, and incidentals must be submitted within twenty-four to forty-eight hours following delivery. If any waiting time exceeds sixty minutes at the shipper or receiver location, the Carrier must immediately inform the broker. Detention charges begin accruing after two hours of waiting beyond the scheduled appointment time. The Carrier is required to submit a time-stamped Bill of Lading no later than forty-eight hours after delivery.

For detention, the applicable rate is forty dollars per hour, with a maximum of two hundred dollars allowed per stop. In cases of layovers or if a truck is ordered but not used (TONU), the Carrier must request approval from the Broker. Delays or cancellations must be confirmed by the Broker before any compensation is considered valid. The layover rate is two hundred dollars for dry van trailers and two hundred fifty dollars for operating reefers. The standard rate for a truck ordered not used is set at two hundred dollars.

This agreement is valid for a period of sixty days beginning from the date mentioned above. Unless canceled by either party, it will automatically renew for successive one-year terms. Termination of the agreement may be initiated by either party at any time by providing a written or electronic notice thirty days in advance, provided that all pending financial obligations have been settled. This agreement does not exempt either the Carrier or Broker from legal responsibilities, especially in the event of discrepancies found during inspections of cargo or a review of shipping documents.

Nothing contained within this agreement removes the Carrier or Broker’s legal obligations under any existing Canadian or United States laws, including customs and transportation regulations.