Common use of Performance Exclusions Clause in Contracts

Performance Exclusions. (a) Contractor is not authorized to perform the services performed by the root zone maintainer, as such services are contemplated by the RZMA, unless authorized by ICANN. (b) Contractor shall not make changes in the policies and procedures developed by the relevant entities associated with the performance of the IANA Naming Function. (c) The performance of the IANA Naming Function shall not be, in any manner, predicated upon or conditioned by Contractor on the existence or entry into any contract, agreement or negotiation between Contractor and any TLD registry operator or any other third party. Compliance with this Section must be consistent with the SOW.