Competing Transaction (a) This Agreement is subject to approval by the Bankruptcy Court and the consideration of Sellers of higher and better competing bids (each a “Competing Bid”). From the date hereof (and any prior time) and until the completion of the auction contemplated hereby or as otherwise directed by the Bankruptcy Court, Sellers are permitted to cause their respective representatives and Affiliates to initiate contact with, solicit or encourage submission of any inquiries, proposals or offers by, any Person (in addition to Buyer and its Affiliates, agents and representatives) in connection with any sale or other disposition of the Purchased Assets. In addition, Sellers shall have the responsibility and obligation to respond to any inquiries or offers to purchase all or any part of the Purchased Assets and perform any and all other acts related thereto which are required under the Bankruptcy Code or other applicable law, including supplying information relating to the Business and the assets of Sellers to prospective buyers.