Common use of Grantee Status Clause in Contracts

Grantee Status. The Grantee is a separate and independently established business, retains sole and absolute discretion over the manner and means of carrying out the Grantee’s activities and responsibilities for the purpose of implementing the provisions of this contract, and maintains the appropriate license/certifications, if required under Oregon Law. This Agreement shall not be construed as creating an agency, partnership, joint venture, employment relationship or any other relationship between the parties other than that of independent parties. The Grantee is acting as an “independent contractor” and is not an employee of County, and accepts full responsibility for taxes or other obligations associated with payment for services under this contract. As an “independent contractor”, Grantee will not receive any benefits normally accruing to County employees unless required by applicable law. Furthermore, Grantee is free to contract with other parties for the duration of the contract.