Interpretive Conventions Clause Samples
The Interpretive Conventions clause establishes guidelines for how the terms and provisions of a contract should be read and understood. It typically clarifies that headings are for convenience only, that singular words include the plural (and vice versa), and that references to statutes or documents include any amendments. By setting these interpretive rules, the clause ensures consistency and reduces ambiguity in the contract’s application, helping to prevent disputes over meaning.
Interpretive Conventions. Whenever the words “include,” “includes” or “including” are used in this Agreement, they will be understood to be followed by the words “without limitation.” Pronouns, including “he,” “she” and “it,” when used in reference to any Person, will be deemed applicable to entities or individuals, male or female, as appropriate in any given case. Standard variations on defined terms (such as the plural form of a term defined in the singular form, and the past tense of a term defined in the present tense) will be deemed to have meanings that correlate to the meanings of the defined terms. Article, Section and other headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and are not intended to describe, interpret, define or limit the scope, extent or intent of any provision of this Agreement. When a reference is made in this Agreement to a Recital, an Article, a Section, a Schedule, an Attachment or an Exhibit, such reference is to a Recital, Article or Section of, or a Schedule, Attachment or Exhibit to, this Agreement, unless otherwise indicated. All references to “dollars” or “$” will be deemed to be references to the lawful currency of the United States.
Interpretive Conventions. Unless otherwise specifically provided, the following interpretative conventions apply to the interpretation of this Precedent Agreement:
(a) Gender. A reference to one gender includes the others.
Interpretive Conventions. Whenever the terms “shall,” “must,” or “is required” are used in this RFP in conjunction with a specification or performance requirement, the specification or requirement is mandatory. A respondent’s failure to address or meet any mandatory requirement in a proposal may be cause for HHSC’s rejection of the proposal. Whenever the terms “can,” “may,” or “should” are used in this RFP in conjunction with a specification or performance requirement, the specification or performance requirement is a desirable, but not mandatory, requirement. Accordingly, a respondent’s failure to address or provide any items so referred to will not be the cause for rejection of the proposal, but will likely result in a less favorable evaluation.