Octopus Biosafety General Terms & Conditions of Sale
Clause 1: Purpose
The general terms and conditions of sale outlined below define the rights and obligations of Octopus Biosafety (hereinafter referred to as OB) and its client in the context of the sale of its products and services.
Any order placed with OB, or any access and/or use of its website, mobile application, and/or services implies the buyer’s full and unconditional acceptance of these General Terms and Conditions.
Clause 2: Conclusion of a Contract
Orders submitted by the client constitute purchase offers subject to OB’s acceptance. These orders must be sent to OB either directly at its registered office or through its agents or representatives. Orders placed by agents and/or representatives are only binding upon OB if confirmed by OB.
Clause 3: Use of the Website/Mobile Application and Other Digital Services
To use the website, mobile application, or other services, the client must be an individual aged 18 or over.
Some features are only available to users with a personal account.
All information provided by the client must be true, accurate, and kept up to date at all times.
The client is responsible for the confidentiality and security of their account credentials and for all usage, including by third parties. The client bears full responsibility for any loss and/or damage arising from such use. OB must be notified immediately of any unauthorized access or use of the account or any other security breach.
As long as the client has a valid subscription, they can access their user content. They retain ownership of any content they upload. OB may use the client’s consent to the extent necessary to provide, monitor, and improve the website, mobile application, and services. OB will not share or sell user content to third parties or other users. However, provided that OB makes reasonable efforts to anonymize it, OB reserves the right to reuse user content for technical and scientific publications, to generate useful recommendations for other users, to develop and market new services, and for statistical analysis. For these purposes, the client hereby grants OB a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, transferable, and sublicensable license to use their user content. OB reserves the right (but is not obliged) to edit, refuse, or delete any user content at its sole discretion.
Clause 4: Obligation to Cooperate for Contracts Involving Installation Services
To ensure optimal conditions for installation and commissioning work, the client must provide adequate site access and sufficient unloading space. The client must also provide heating during winter and ensure access to electricity, water, and lighting. The client must meet any pre-installation requirements specified by OB following a site visit.
Clause 5: Prices
Product prices are those in effect at the time of the order. Prices are in euros, excluding VAT and shipping fees. Applicable VAT and transport costs will be added to the invoice unless stated otherwise.
OB reserves the right to modify its prices at any time. However, products will be invoiced at the price in effect at the time of order registration.
Clause 6: Risk Transfer
The transfer of risks on OB’s products occurs upon delivery to the carrier. Therefore, products travel at the buyer’s risk, even in cases of free carrier sales. Unless otherwise agreed, goods sold outside mainland France are shipped EXW (ex works) according to Incoterms, and risk transfers once the goods are placed on the truck bed.
OB’s sole responsibility is to make the goods, appropriately packaged, available at its premises.
The buyer bears all costs and risks associated with transportation from the factory to the destination. At the buyer’s request and expense, OB may assist in obtaining export licenses, insurance, and any necessary information to secure shipment.
Clause 7: Discounts and Rebates
Quoted prices include any applicable discounts or rebates granted by OB based on performance or buyer’s handling of certain services.
Clause 8: Early Payment Discount
No discount will be granted for early payment.