Contract Acceptance for Exhibit Space Rental: The Exhibitor agrees that this agreement, including the Rules & Regulations set forth in a separate document by the Organizer with or without appropriate or timely payment of any and all fees; this agreement shall become binding and enforceable in accordance with its terms. Although Organizer will attempt to accommodate Exhibitor's requests for specific booths, no guarantees can be made that the Exhibitor will be assigned the specific booth(s) requested. The exhibitor acknowledges that it is not contracting for a specific booth(s), but rather for the right to participate as an Exhibitor in the ACCA 2024. Expo space MUST be paid in full before the Exhibitor will be allowed to occupy the space.
Payment for space: Exhibitors selecting exhibit space must pay in full before their booth space is officially assigned to them and visible on the public view floor plan.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations prior to December 22, 2023, are liable for 50% of the exhibit fee. Any cancellations made after December 22, 2023, are liable for the full space contract amount.
By submitting this form, the person submitting the form certifies that they have the authority to enter this contract and bind the company listed above to this contract.
Terms & Conditions
CANCELLATION: The Exhibitor specifically recognizes and agrees that ACCA will sustain losses in the event the Exhibitor fails to provide timely written notice of cancellation (by certified mail or Email to events@acca.org). In keeping with industry practice, the existence of such practice is hereby acknowledged by the Exhibitor, and because such losses cannot be precisely measured but include the costs associated with the inability to replace those canceling, advertising, credibility, redesigning of floor space, and the like, the Exhibitor agrees upon the following late cancellation assessment schedule as being in the nature of liquidated damages, which schedule is specifically designed to compensate ACCA for losses and not constitute a penalty, should the Exhibitor fail to provide timely written notice, by certified mail or email, of cancellation of all or any part of ACCA assigned booth space.
CANCELLATION DURING THE PERIOD OF:
June 1, 2023 - December 22, 2023………………………...50%
After December 22, 2023………………………………………...100%
Cancellations will be accepted only in accordance with the above schedule and must be provided in writing (e-mail) with acknowledgment of cancellation provided by ACCA to be removed from the floor. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after December 22, 2023. Failure to make full payment of the total exhibit space rental fee upon receipt of invoice, but no later than 30 days prior to the event (February 9, 2024), shall subject Exhibitor to Cancellation of Contract by ACCA, forfeiture of deposit made, and liability for the balance due. If booth space is not occupied two hours prior to show start, ACCA shall have the right to use the space. Re-letting by ACCA of an Exhibitor's canceled space shall not act to excuse the Exhibitor from assessment. Exhibiting companies, their subsidiaries, and affiliated entities are required to maintain all their ACCA accounts current and in good standing. Failure to do so will result in the revocation of your right to exhibit at this event. Should your account not be in good standing, all deposits paid toward the exhibit space will be retained by ACCA.
EXHIBIT HOURS: Show dates, location and hours are subject to change.
Tuesday, March 12, 2024………………………………......3:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Wednesday, March 13, 2024………………………………......12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
SPACE: The exhibit space diagram shows the floor arrangement of space. Dimensions and location of each booth are believed to be accurate but only warranted to be approximate.
ARRANGEMENT OF EXHIBITS: Standard booth background and side rails, decorated with background drape, standard table, 2 standard chairs, and uniform ID signs are provided without charge. Exhibitors will provide all other furnishings, equipment, facilities, etc., at their own expense and responsibility. They must be obtained through the official suppliers. Standard booth backgrounds are eight feet in height, and divider rails are three feet in height. In the area five feet forward from the rear background of each booth, display materials may be placed up to a height not exceeding eight feet from the building floor. If any portion of the booth is beyond five feet from the rear background of the booth, all parts of the exhibit shall be placed not to exceed the height of four feet. Island configurations are limited to 20 feet where ceilings permit. All exhibit booths must be carpeted. Any deviation must be submitted to ACCA for prior approval. Exhibits not conforming to these specifications or which in design, operation, or otherwise, are objectionable in the opinion of the management will be prohibited. All demonstrations and exhibits must be confined to the exhibit booths. No exhibitor shall assign, sublet, or share the whole or any part of the booth space allotted. If ACCA gives permission for subletting of space, the Exhibitor is not permitted to resell or co-op their space at less than the full price. ACCA retains the rights to revise the show floor and assigned exhibitors as necessary.
GENERAL RESTRICTIONS:
- Exhibitors are prohibited from using amplifying equipment that is objectionable to ACCA.
- Exhibitors must confine their activities to their contracted space.
- Exhibitors will not be permitted to use strolling entertainment or to distribute samples or souvenirs except their own booths.
- Exhibitors will not be permitted to distribute outside food or drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), with the exception of miniature candies. All food and beverage distributed on the expo floor must be purchased from the hotel through ACCA.
- Exhibitors who use costumed models or mannequins must ensure that their manner of appearance and dress is such as not to offend even the most critical.
- Draping materials and other decorative materials must be flameproof and comply with all Province and local regulations.
- ACCA reserves the right to require modification of questionable exhibits.
- "Cash and Carry" sales are not permitted from the exhibit floor.
- Exhibitors using music in their booth, either live or mechanical, must provide ACCA with a copy of the Exhibitor's licensing agreement with ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, or another such licensing organization or must expressly warrant in writing to ACCA that no such license is required due to specified exemption. Further, should Exhibitor play music, Exhibitor agrees to indemnify and hold ACCA harmless from any action brought against ACCA by ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, or other licensing organizations for the playing of such music. Any other food and beverages must be purchased through the official food vendor.
- Exhibitors must comply with all safety provisions as noted in the Exhibitor Service Manual and as required by the Facility and Fire Marshal.
- The laws of the state of Florida shall govern the construction, interpretation, and enforcement of this agreement. Exhibitors may not begin dismantling their exhibit until the close of the show. Dismantling your exhibit prior to show close will result in a loss of priority points for that show year.
- Exhibitors must display only products/services manufactured or distributed by their company.
RULES AND REGULATIONS: Exhibitors will abide by all other provisions of these rules and regulations and with fire regulations and all other regulations of governmental agencies and the Facility. It is expressly understood and agreed by the applicant that the Rules and Regulations of the Exhibit as issued or amended by ACCA are hereby made an integral part of the Contract and of the agreement between Applicant and ACCA for this reference and to the same extent and effect as if said Rules and Regulations were set forth in full in the contract.
LIABILITIES: Neither ACCA, its agents and employees, nor the Facility or its employees shall be held liable for, and they are hereby released from liability for, any damage, loss, harm, or injury to the person or property of the Exhibitor or any of its officers, agents, employees or other representatives resulting from theft, fire, water, accident or any other cause. In no event shall ACCA, its agents, and employees and the Facility or its employees be liable for any consequential, indirect or special damages, whether foreseeable or unforeseeable, whether based upon lost goodwill, lost profits, loss of use of the Exhibit Space, or otherwise, and whether arising out of breach of any express or implied warranty, breach of contract, negligence, misrepresentation, strict liability in tort or otherwise, and whether based on this Agreement, any transaction performed or undertaken under or in connection with this Agreement, or otherwise. Exhibitor agrees that the liability of ACCA, its agents, and employees, and the Facility or its employees for damages, regardless of the form of action, shall, in any event, be limited to the aggregate exhibit fees paid under this Agreement. The Exhibitor shall indemnify, defend and protect ACCA, its agents, and employees, and the Facility or its employees against, and hold and save ACCA, its agents, and employees, and the Facility or its employees harmless from, any and all claims, demands, suits, liability, damages, loss, costs, attorneys’ fees and expenses of whatever kind or nature, which result from, arise out of, or are connected with any acts or negligence of, or failures to act by Exhibitor and, or any of their officers, agents, employees or other representatives, including, but not limited to, claims of damage or loss resulting from the breach of this Agreement, and claims of damage or loss to any third party resulting from any infringement of a copyright or patent or the unauthorized use of any trademark. The Exhibitor is required to provide a certificate of insurance to Show Management no later than Friday, February 9, 2024.
INSURANCE: Exhibitors and, or any of their officers, agents, employees, or other representatives shall maintain Commercial General Liability with limits of not less than $5,000,000 with a required Waiver of Subrogation and name ACCA, its agents, and employees, and the Facility or its employees as Additional Insureds. Exhibitors and any of their officers, agents, employees, or other representatives shall maintain Worker’s Compensation as required in Florida and/or by Facility. Exhibitors shall procure and continue in force insurance as required and must submit an original certificate to be submitted to ACCA Show Management no later than 30 days prior to the first day of exhibit installation (Deadline: February 9, 2024). Exhibitors or any of its officers, agents, employees, or other representatives shall be responsible for their own property. ACCA will provide security guard service throughout the entire meeting, including the official periods of exhibit installation and dismantling. The furnishing of such service is in no case to be understood or interpreted by exhibitors as guaranteeing them against loss or theft of any kind.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: Exhibitors acknowledge their responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (hereinafter "Act") to make their booths accessible to handicapped persons. Exhibitor shall also indemnify and hold harmless ACCA and Facility against cost, expense, liability, or damage, which may be incident to, arise out of, or be caused by Exhibitor's failure to have their booth comply with requirements under the Act.
HANDLING AND STORAGE: The Facility will not accept or store exhibit materials or empty crates. The Exhibitor will make his own arrangements for delivery and receipt of shipments and storage of crates before move-in time. These services are available from the official general contractor. Fire regulations prohibit the storage of empty crates and cartons within the exhibitor's booth area. Crates and cartons will be stored by the official general contractor and returned to the booth promptly at the end of the show as part of the handling contract.
BOOTH FURNITURE, LABOR, AND DRAYAGE: When notified, exhibitors are encouraged to forward prepaid shipments directly to the warehouse of the official general contractor at the address given in the Exhibitor Service Manual with the name of the show, name of the exhibitor, and booth number. A copy of the bill of lading should also be forwarded to the official general contractor. A schedule of prices and applications for furniture rental and labor services will be provided to exhibitors well in advance of show time. Orders for utility services may have advance order deadline requirements that must be adhered to by exhibitors in order to ensure installation prior to show opening. Special forms, showing rates of other basis of charges will be sent in advance of show time.
EXHIBITOR APPOINTED CONTRACTORS (EACs): Exhibitors using companies other than the Official Service Contractor must advise ACCA in writing of their intent no later than 30 days prior to the first day of installation. Exhibitors utilizing EACs agree to indemnify and hold harmless ACCA, and the Facility from any and all liability, including attorney's fees, which may arise due to the third-party contractor’s (EACs) presence or actions. EACs agree to, when necessary, share with Official Service Contractor relevant fees, including but not limited to union steward fees. Exhibitor accepts final responsibility for any EAC employed on their behalf and agrees to educate EAC on all show rules and regulations. EACs must supply proof of insurance to ACCA no less than 30 days in advance of installation. Insurance must include a Commercial General Liability limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence/$ 2,000,000 aggregate.
UNION RESTRICTIONS: Exhibitors agree to abide by all local jurisdiction union requirements, if applicable, for work involving the installation and dismantling of exhibit space.
ADMISSIONS: All persons visiting exhibits will be admitted according to the rules and regulations of the Exhibits as issued or amended by ACCA.