Common use of Open Records Act Clause in Contracts

Open Records Act. Consultant acknowledges and agrees that all documents collected or produced for use by a private person, firm, or corporation pursuant to a contract or other agreement or understanding with any governmental entity are public records and are subject to disclosure under the Open Records Act (see O.C.G.A. §50-18-70). The Open Records Act makes it mandatory that any contract with a private person, firm, or corporation provide for the inspection or copying of public records within three business days of the receipt of an open records request. Details and procedures, including permissible exemptions and the means of claiming such exemptions, are contained in the Act. Consultant acknowledges that non-compliance with the Act may constitute a criminal act. Consultant must promptly advise Regents in writing within 24 hours of a request for records falling under the Act. Failure to comply with the Act is a material breach of this Contract which may result in termination for cause.