Yes, within ten (10) calendar days of a written request from an authorized representative of NIB, agency shall furnish NIB with necessary information, including books, records and any other information required to verify agencies compliance with the terms of the license agreement. See Section 4.4 of the SKILCRAFT License Agreement for more information.
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How long should I, as an agency, keep records of sales volume of products and/or services sold using the SKILCRAFT Trademark?
Each Agency is responsible for keeping at a minimum 5 years’ worth of records showing the sales volume of all products and/or services sold using the Trademark. See Sections 4.3 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement for more information.
Are SourceAmerica Agencies authorized to provide any type of Services under the new SKILCRAFT License Agreement?
No, per Section 2.4 in the SourceAmerica SKILCRAFT License Agreement, SourceAmerica agencies are prohibited from using the Trademark in connection with the furnishing of services, regardless of if they are on the Procurement List, furnished through the AbilityOne Program or otherwise. However, SourceAmerica agencies are still authorized to use the Trademark in connection with products…
As a licensed agency, am I required to have any type of Insurance?
Yes, a Commercial General Liability policy that includes Products/Completed Operations Coverage, Contractual Liability Coverage, and Personal Injury / Advertising Injury Coverage. See Section 8 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement for a complete breakdown of insurance requirements.
Are there any trademark usage restrictions for any products and/or services?
Yes, Ladders of any type, Food Products, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Products. See Section 2.3 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement for complete information.
What is the Commercial Use Annual Fee and when is it due?
The Commercial annual flat fee for the new addendum is $1000. Once the agreement and addendum has been signed and fully processed, you will receive an invoice from NIBs Accounting Department. Payment of the fee will be due within (30) calendar days after receiving the invoice. See Sections 5.1 and 5.2 in the Commercial Use…
What is the Annual Flat Fee for the new license agreement and when is it due?
The annual flat fee for the new license agreement is $750. Once the license agreement has been signed and fully processed, you will receive an invoice from NIBs Accounting Department. Payment of the fee will be due within (30) calendar days after receiving the invoice. See Sections 4.1 and 4.2 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement…
How do I get access to the SKILCRAFT logos?
SKILCRAFT Logos are available for download ONLY for organizations with a valid licensing agreement. If you have a signed licensed agreement and are in good standing, you may access the logos at SKILCRAFT logos. If you have questions or issues accessing the logos, please contact Pamela Korsen, NIB Licensing Specialist, at skilcraftinquires@nib.org. Please provide your…
If I make material alterations to previously approved packaging, advertising, etc., do I need to get approval for the new alterations?
Yes, you must have written approval from NIB. See Section 2.10 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement for more information. You can also complete our new Branding and Advertising Form.
Where do I find SKILCRAFT Brand Guidelines?
There is a link on the SKILCRAFT Resources for Licensed Agencies webpage that will take you directly to the brand guidelines document or download here.
Are there any market restrictions when selling items commercially?
Yes, under the Commercial Use Addendum, you will not compete with military resale markets. See Section 3 in the Commercial Use Addendum for more information.
How specific do I have to be when completing the Commercial Use Items List submission form?
For Commercial Use Items, you must provide a list of all products and/or services on the Procurement List outside of the AbilityOne Program or products and/or services not on the Procurement List to the Federal Government or in other markets. See Sections 2.2 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement and Section 6 in the Commercial use…
How often do I have to submit a list of all commercial use items in which the Trademark is in use?
Annually, on a form provided by NIB, the agency will provide a current listing of all products for which it has approval for commercial use. See Section 2.2.2 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement for more information.
Must I have prior written approval to use the Trademark commercially in connection with any product or service?
Yes, please see Section 2.2 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement and Section 6 in the Commercial Use Addendum for more information regarding Approval of Products and Services for Commercial Use.
At what point after signing the license agreement is a complete set of promotional advertising materials due to NIB?
See Section 2.1.3 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement for more information.
How specific do I have to be when completing the Products List and/or Services List submission form?
You must provide the specific name of all products, along with their NSN and UPC. For Services, you must provide the specific name of each service along with written specifications describing the services provided, as well as one (1) complete set of all promotional and advertising materials associated therewith.
How do I obtain approval for additional products and/or services?
Agency will submit to NIB the following: (i) the specific name of the product, (ii) one sample of the product upon request, (iii) written specifications covering material, workmanship, and packaging, including photographs sufficient to show the entire use of the Trademark, and (iv) one complete set of all promotional and advertising materials associated therewith. See…
How often do I have to submit a list of all products and services in which the Trademark is in use?
Annually, on a form provided by NIB, the agency will provide a listing of all products on the Procurement List that have been previously approved for use with the Trademark. See Section 2.1.1 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement for more information on Procurement List Products and Services.
What is the term of the new license agreement?
The term of this new license agreement shall continue until September 30, 2026. The license agreement will automatically renew at that time for a period of (2) years unless either party gives notice of nonrenewal at least (30) calendar days prior to the end of any Term. See Section 5 in the SKILCRAFT License Agreement…
If I have questions regarding the online submission of the licensing documents, who do I contact?
Please contact Pamela Korsen, NIB Licensing Specialist, skilcraftlicensing@nib.org
Where do I find step-by-step instructions on completing the licensing agreement process?
On the SKILCRAFT Resources for Licensed Agencies webpage at skilcraft-licensing.nib.org/licensing-agreement or download here.