License, Permits, and Insurance. For the purpose of this CONTRACT, the SUBCONTRACTOR(s) will be considered an independent CONTRACTOR and therefore solely responsible for liability resulting from negligent acts or omissions. SUBCONTRACTOR(s) must obtain all necessary insurance, in the judgment of the SUBCONTRACTOR(s), to protect itself, CONTRACTOR, TWDB, and employees and officials of TWDB from liability arising out of this CONTRACT. SUBCONTRACTOR(s) must indemnify and hold TWDB and the State of Texas harmless, to the extent the SUBCONTRACTOR(s) may do so in accordance with state law, from any and all losses, damages, liability, or claims therefore, on account of personal injury, death, or property damage of any nature whatsoever caused by the SUBCONTRACTOR(s), arising out of the activities under this CONTRACT. SUBCONTRACTOR(s) must be solely and entirely responsible for procuring all necessary licenses and permits which may be required for the SUBCONTRACTOR(s) to perform the subject work.
