General Terms and Conditions

1. General Provisions

These general terms and conditions apply to all quotations, assignments, agreements, and service deliveries by Nexus België. The term "client" refers to any natural or legal person entering into an agreement with Nexus België, including contractors, construction companies, self-employed individuals, and private persons. By signing a quotation or placing an order, the client explicitly agrees to these terms and conditions, which form an integral part of the agreement.

2. Services

Unless otherwise agreed, Nexus België acts as the main contractor and provides coordination and mediation services within the construction sector. Nexus serves as the central point of contact for organizing, supervising, and following up on works carried out in collaboration with recognized social economy enterprises (“maatwerkbedrijven”). The services include, but are not limited to, painting, demolition, renovation, logistical support, and other construction-related or auxiliary tasks. Nexus monitors quality, planning, and communication with all involved parties to ensure smooth and professional project execution.

3. Quotations and Formation of the Agreement

All quotations from Nexus België are non-binding and remain valid for thirty (30) calendar days from the date of issue, unless explicitly stated otherwise. An agreement is only formed after written or electronic confirmation of the quotation by the client. Unless otherwise stated in writing, all prices are exclusive of VAT. For large-scale projects, a separate agreement with detailed project terms may be drawn up.

4. Execution and Deadlines

Nexus België commits to executing the works diligently, to the best of its ability, and in accordance with the agreed specifications. All stated deadlines for execution or delivery are indicative. Delays caused by circumstances beyond Nexus België’s reasonable control do not entitle the client to compensation or termination of the agreement. Any changes to the planning will be communicated to the client as soon as possible.

5. Liability

5.1. Nexus België’s liability in relation to any agreement or assignment is limited to the amount directly associated with the specific assignment and shall not exceed the amount effectively paid by the client for that assignment.

5.2. Nexus België cannot be held liable for any indirect damages suffered by the client, including but not limited to loss of profit, commercial losses, loss of data, production losses, damage to third parties, or other consequential damages. This limitation does not apply in cases of intent or gross negligence on the part of Nexus België.

5.3. The client undertakes to inform Nexus België in a timely and complete manner of all elements relevant to the proper execution of the assignment. Any delays, additional costs, or damages resulting from incorrect, incomplete, or late provision of information by the client are entirely the client's responsibility.

5.4. The client also guarantees that all legal obligations and permits required for the execution of the works are obtained in due time, unless explicitly agreed otherwise. Any delays or liabilities arising from this cannot be attributed to Nexus België.

5.5. In all cases where the liability of Nexus België is established, it shall be limited to the amount covered by its liability insurer. If no payment is made by the insurer, the limitation set out in Article 5.1 shall apply.

6. Payment and Advance

Before the start of the works, Nexus België is entitled to invoice an advance of thirty percent (30%) of the total agreed amount, unless stated otherwise in the quotation. This advance covers preparatory costs such as project planning, capacity reservation, and purchase of materials.

Payment schedule:

Advance invoice: 30% of the total amount, payable before commencement of the works.
Interim invoice 1: 30% upon reaching half of the planned execution period.
Interim invoice 2: 30% payable ten (10) days before the projected completion date.
Final invoice: The remaining ten percent (10%) is invoiced upon or after delivery and is payable within thirty (30) calendar days of the invoice date, unless otherwise agreed.

In case of non-payment on the due date, late payment interest will be due by operation of law and without formal notice, in accordance with the interest rate provided in the Belgian Act of 2 August 2002 on combating late payment in commercial transactions. In addition, a fixed compensation of ten percent (10%) of the outstanding amount will be charged, with a minimum of seventy-five euros (€75).

7. Complaints Procedure

Complaints concerning the execution of the assignment or the content of an invoice must be submitted in writing to Nexus België within eight (8) calendar days of the delivery date or invoice date, under penalty of forfeiture. If no timely complaint is received, the delivered service is deemed definitively accepted. In the event of a justified complaint, Nexus België will propose an appropriate solution within a reasonable period.

8. Force Majeure

If Nexus België is wholly or partially prevented from fulfilling its obligations due to force majeure, the execution of the agreement shall be suspended for the duration of the force majeure. Force majeure includes, but is not limited to, natural disasters, pandemics, war, strikes, fire, government measures, shortages of personnel or materials, and other circumstances beyond the control of Nexus België. In case of permanent force majeure, Nexus België has the right to terminate the agreement without being liable for any compensation.

9. Retention of Title

All materials, goods, or services delivered by Nexus België remain its property until full payment of the corresponding invoice amounts, including costs, interest, and compensation. Until full payment is made, the client is not entitled to alienate, process, or transfer these goods as security to third parties.

10. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

All agreements concluded with Nexus België are governed exclusively by Belgian law. All disputes arising from or related to this agreement shall be submitted exclusively to the courts of the judicial district in which Nexus België has its registered office.

11. Nullity and Replacement

If any provision of these terms and conditions is declared wholly or partially null and void, this shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions. The parties agree to replace the invalid provision with a valid one that best approximates the purpose and scope of the original provision.

11. Nullity and Replacement

If any provision of these terms and conditions is declared null and void, in whole or in part, this shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions.
The parties undertake to replace the void provision with a valid one that most closely reflects the purpose and intent of the original provision.