ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION

The ESPC will include a Schedule that will describe methods for resolving disputes or claims relating to construction or the contract, wherein the parties agree to exercise good faith efforts (e.g., mediation, dispute resolution board) and to only use litigation as a last resort. This schedule is included as an alternative to costly binding arbitration and litigation. If no dispute resolution is reached, parties agree to submit to the adjudicative proceedings available at SOEP.