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Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program
Terms and Conditions for:
Device-Use Business/Host
(Version 3/6/2018)
This is an agreement ("Agreement") between my company and the State of Oregon acting by and through the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
setting forth the obligations of the parties for the participation of my company as a location where motorists can borrow a telematics device for use with
Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program. (Throughout this Agreement, the Device-Use Business lending telematics devices is referred to as a "Host" and the Host's
location is referred to as a "Device-Borrowing Location").
BACKGROUND SECTION
DEQ Develops and Implements Oregon's Air Pollution Control Reduction Strategies
With the oversight of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Oregon Legislature and the Environmental Quality Commission (EQC), Oregon's
air pollution control strategies are established and implemented by the DEQ. Such strategies include, but are not limited to, permitting, inspections,
enforcement, area-specific planning and strategy development, monitoring and measuring, voluntary, financial assistance and incentive programs. DEQ's
Vehicle Inspection Program (VIP) is an air pollution reduction strategy involving the periodic inspection of vehicles which is enforced by denying
registration until a vehicle passes the inspection.
Program Effectiveness
The Oregon Legislature has determined that, in the best interest of the state of Oregon, vehicles are to be required to have their emissions tested within
certain time periods, certain geographic areas and certain model year ranges. The effectiveness of Oregon's VIP program is periodically evaluated and the
program is considered one of the most effective vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. A great example of Oregon's approach is that the State
does not allow a repair waiver. In the vast majority of states, if a vehicle fails an emissions test, the vehicle owner needs only to produce a receipt
that a certain amount of money was spent (some are as low as $150) on repairs and then it can receive registration renewal. This exemption, referred to as
a "repair waiver", means that excessively polluting vehicles are allowed to continue operating in these other states after failing the emissions test and
receiving just a partial repair. Oregon does not have a repair waiver program, so vehicles that fail DEQ's test must be fully repaired and are not allowed
to continue causing excessive air pollution. DEQ does have a financial assistance program to help motorists who cannot afford to fix their vehicle. As a
result of VIP's effectiveness, the Portland and Medford areas have not exceeded the federal standards for ozone or carbon monoxide (CO) in several years.
In addition to the VIP program continuing to help reduce ozone and CO concentrations - even as Oregon's population increases - the program also helps to
reduce fine particulate, greenhouse gases, and air toxics.
Program Efficiency
Besides its effectiveness, the efficiency of Oregon's VIP program is also regularly evaluated. From self-service kiosks and testing vehicles on an auto
dealer's lot, to issuing registration stickers for a unique DEQ/DMV one-stop-shopping experience - Oregon's VIP is considered one of the most innovative,
convenient and efficient vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. With DEQ Too, Oregon is now taking efficiency to a whole new level by adding to
VIP's range of convenient testing options from which motorists can choose.
The DEQ Too Test Method is Not about Expanding the Reach of the VIP Program
DEQ's authority for the VIP program is established by the Oregon legislature and the program's scope is limited in several ways; including those mentioned
below. DEQ cannot and does not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done outside of testing boundaries, model year range,
or registration renewal period:
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Must Test only within certain Geographic Boundaries.
Vehicles must be registered or registering inside specific geographic boundaries in the Portland-Metro and the Medford-Ashland areas.
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Must Test only within certain Model Year Ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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Must Test only within specified Registration Renewal Period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is all about program efficiency; it's a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use or not use. DEQ Too's objective is not about modifying the program's reach; it does not expand the limited scope of the VIP program. So the DEQ Too test method falls squarely
under VIP's limited scope just the same as the existing test methods; inspector-conducted tests at Clean Air Stations, the inspector-conducted tests on the
lot of auto dealerships, and the inspector-assisted tests when motorists use self-service kiosks. As such, all of VIP's test methods are limited
to the exact same testing boundaries, the same model year ranges and the same registration renewal periods.
It is understood that some vehicles registered outside the established boundaries, outside the model year ranges or outside of their renewal periods can
also be in need of emissions system repair. And, in fact, motorists with such vehicles can voluntarily use any of DEQ's test methods which may result in
the motorist electing to repair the vehicle. It is also understood that businesses have and use non-DEQ Too approved equipment and methodologies, and use
conditions and incentives to diagnose and repair vehicles outside of the scope of the VIP program. But DEQ Too, like all the test methods in the VIP
program, does not and will not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done in such "voluntary"
circumstances. It is critical that the VIP program scope remains consistently within its legislative directive across all VIP test methods. DEQ
Too-approved equipment and methodologies are strictly a part of DEQ's provision of a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use
or not use.
Therefore testing equipment (e.g. telematics device, cable, display screen) and methodologies (e.g. audio, visual, software, app, website) that are
officially approved for the purpose of DEQ Too program participation must not be associated with or used in any manner which places
required conditions upon or provides incentive (financial or otherwise) to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair
Oregon registered vehicles:
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That are intended for registration outside of the authorized Portland-Metro and Medford-Ashland geographic boundaries.
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That are outside of the authorized model year ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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That are outside of their registration renewal period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is Oregon's Newest Vehicle Emissions Testing Option
In Oregon, motorists refer to the smog test as "Going through DEQ" (Department of Environmental Quality). While DEQ offers several convenient Clean Air
Station locations, our average wait time is less than 10 minutes, and we provide weekend and evening hours, we understand it can still be a challenge for
our operations to match up with everyone's specific needs. That is why we started allowing for another testing option to evolve in 2016. Everyone likes
choices. Take the evolution of the banking industry where business was conducted only with in-person tellers at first, then ATM machines were introduced
and now banking can also be completed using the internet. Similarly, with DEQ, motorists can receive an emissions test with in-person inspectors or
self-service machines at our stations and now testing can also be completed using the internet.
The internet option is called DEQ Too and involves the motorist voluntarily authorizing On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) data to be remotely transmitted from
their vehicle to DEQ. Instead of visiting a Clean Air Station, motorists test their vehicle at locations they are driving to already. While taking care of
their other car needs at such places, they can take care of their DEQ too. Participating businesses (Hosts of Device-Borrowing Locations) will
lend motorists a telematics testing device to plug into their car and return it a couple of minutes later. The car's OBD data will be immediately
transmitted to DEQ and then at the motorist's convenience they can use their smart phone or other device to check results. They'll be able to view
diagnostic trouble codes if their Check Engine light is on. Or, if all looks good to pass DEQ's emissions test, they can order their DMV (Driver and Motor
Vehicle Services Division, a branch of the Oregon Department of Transportation) stickers online which will arrive in the mail within as few as 3 business
days.
Telematics devices manufactured into a vehicle's system to provide turn-by-turn navigation, roadside and stolen vehicle assistance, etc., can also transmit
OBD data. In addition, auto fleet services, usage-based auto insurance programs, and other applications utilize after-market Telematics devices which can
also transmit OBD data. DEQ will accept data transmitted from these types of continuously connected devices as well. While originally intended for other
uses, these can be used for DEQ too.
Auto dealership companies and companies operating a fleet of vehicles will also be able to use telematics devices to test their multiple vehicles without
visiting a Clean Air Station.
The bottom line is that DEQ wants to ensure motorists and companies have multiple testing options and can decide what's best for them in their particular
situation at any given time. The DEQ Too option saves time and fuel; and even helps reduce air pollution.
DEQ Makes the Determination of Test Results
The Department's Environmental Quality Commission authorizes remote, self-service testing via Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358(1). DEQ is the only
entity authorized to determine and provide the emissions testing results to vehicle owners.
The 2 Types of Telematics Devices
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Continuously Connected
vehicle telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "C-type" device). This device is one that is continuously connected,
24/7 to one vehicle. These C-type devices are either built-in to the vehicle's system during auto manufacturing or plugged-in after-market. By
comparison, the other telematics device (S-type) can be shared for use by multiple vehicles.
The C-type device has a primary objective other than transmitting OBD data to DEQ. Examples of after-market C-type devices include use by
auto fleets to optimize driving routes and maintenance schedules and by usage-based auto insurance programs to help motorists achieve lower
premiums. Key purposes of built-in, C-type devices are roadside assistance, stolen vehicle assistance, turn-by-turn navigation, hands-free calling,
etc. Regardless of their primary purpose, these continuously connected devices can also capture OBD data and so they can be used
for DEQ too.
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Shared
telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "S-type" device). A S-type is an after-market plug-in device that can be shared for use by
multiple vehicles; one vehicle at a time. By comparison, the other telematics device (C-type) is continuously connected to and used by only one
vehicle.
The objective of the S-type device is for use with multiple vehicles to transmit a snapshot of each vehicle's OBD data to DEQ. The general public
would use S-type devices by borrowing them from participating Device-Borrowing Locations that exist for a primary purpose other than transmitting
OBD data. For example, if a gas station participated as a Host, their primary purpose is for motorists to refuel their vehicle. However, by briefly
borrowing the device, motorists could take care of their DEQ too while they are refueling.
The 5 Types of Business Participants
DEQ Too relies on an open market approach whereby voluntary participation in a given role is open to any company that meets certain terms and conditions.
Each business participant type and role is as follows:
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C-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the vehicle(s) owner enters into the original agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective C-Type Device Providers that provide at least one primary service that has shown specific and
sustained demand for the service for the last 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any C-Type Device Provider has a
proven, sustainable primary service that necessitates a 24/7 continuous connection, rather than becoming a telematics company that goes into
business solely to test vehicles. S-Type Device Providers serve in that role via Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets. The sustained demand for
the service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by the prospective C-Type Device Provider itself. It can be demonstrated by any company.
For example, a new telematics device for Usage-Based Insurance would not need to demonstrate that there's a sustained demand for such a service.
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S-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the Host, Auto Dealership and/or Fleet enters into an agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter S-Type Device agreements with companies that have met specific, technical and sustained demand for the use of OBD plug-in
equipment for the last 12 months. This experience demonstrates that the company successfully and actively oversees the quality and technical
support of the OBD-related equipment it provides. In an open-market system like DEQ Too, such experience is in the Program's best interest to
make certain that the Program itself maintains quality standards to ensure long term viability of the program.
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Hosts
own or operate a business that will act as a Device-Borrowing Location that has an S-type device that is used on location voluntarily by a motorist
or by the Host on behalf of the volunteering motorist. The objective is to allow transmission of OBD data to DEQ from the business location. Having
the S-type device is in addition to the business' primary product(s)/service(s). Examples of possible Device-Borrowing Locations include, but are
not limited to: gas station, auto service, repair, parts and car washing companies.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective Hosts that provide at least one primary service or product that has shown specific and sustained
demand for the service/product for at least 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any Host has a proven, sustainable
primary service or product, rather than becoming a business location solely for testing vehicles. That service already exists with the testing
service that DEQ provides at its Clean Air Stations. The sustained demand for the product/service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by
the prospective Host itself. It can be demonstrated by any company. For example, a new gas station would not need to demonstrate that there's a
sustained demand for such a product.
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Companies with a Fleet of vehicles voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data from the vehicles they own/operate to DEQ and
subsequently retrieve results from the DEQ Too website.
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Auto Dealerships
voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data to DEQ from the vehicles they have in inventory to sell/lease and subsequently retrieve results
from the DEQ Too website.
When a company enrolls to participate and meets the terms and conditions for one of the above roles, DEQ places them on one of the five list-types as an
"Official DEQ Too Business Participant". When a general public vehicle owner voluntarily uses a telematics device to transmit OBD data to DEQ, they do not
need to enroll with DEQ Too in advance, but they must agree to certain terms and conditions on the website before results will be shown.
The S-type Telematics Design Requirements Encourage Widespread Distribution of Testing Devices
The Oregon DEQ Too program relies on a free-enterprise, open-market approach whereby the vehicle emissions test can be performed remotely at multiple
business locations and the telematics test equipment can vary from location to location; depending on the equipment provider. A primary goal of DEQ in
creating the terms and conditions for the S-type telematics device provider is to encourage widespread distribution of the testing devices;
especially for the general public. To meet this goal, DEQ enters into agreements with providers who can deliver S-type devices and
methodologies that work well in any type of DEQ Too testing business environment.
To ensure widespread distribution of testing devices, all S-type devices and methodologies are built primarily for less experienced users. Requiring
consistent features and user-friendliness for the less experienced users will also work for the more experienced users. Also, all S-type devices and
methodologies are built to primarily support workplace environments which are fast-pace, high-volume, with individual employees serving multiple customers
at the same time, across multiple point-of-service locations. If the devices and methodologies can function well under those types of working conditions,
then they will also function well in lower paced, lower volume type of conditions. Ensuring the devices and methodologies are built in this manner helps
achieve and maintain compliance with Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358. Namely, the emissions test needs to be such that it can be performed in any
environment by either the vehicle owner or by a representative, on behalf of the vehicle owner.
Therefore, DEQ utilizes certain terms and conditions under the Obligations section of the S-Type Telematics Device Provider Terms and Conditions that
ensure the testing equipment and process recognizes and/or accommodates high pace/volume businesses:
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By ensuring that the testing equipment/processes provides consistent features for motorists so they can easily use the equipment at any DEQ Too
participating business, regardless of which S-type provider made the device.
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Which are accustomed to their customers remaining inside their vehicle while on the business' location. (For example, in Oregon, motorists are not
allowed to pump their own fuel at a gas station)
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Which use individual employees to serve multiple customers at the same time, across multiple point-of-service locations.
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Where the testing equipment will not necessarily be available at every point-of-service location on the premises.
Due to all of these business characteristics, when the testing equipment is not in use it should be in a location that does not require the
business' employees to deviate from or interrupt their normal path of service delivery. Therefore DEQ has certain design and process requirements
for S-Type devices:
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They must be small and mobile enough for employees to carry in a pocket of pants/shorts/shirt/jacket, on a belt clip/holster or on a breakaway
lanyard around their neck.
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They must make for a smooth and uncomplicated passing back and forth through a car window; ergonomically built for ease of holding with one hand.
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They must be capable to be used in a process that takes limited and quick action from start to finish while the motorist is on the business'
premises.
Vehicle Owners will Obtain Results Using the DEQ Too Website
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The vehicle owner will enter their license plate or VIN to display their test results.
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If the vehicle is "Unready", the website will indicate what that means.
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If DEQ has failed the vehicle (Check Engine Light has been commanded "ON"), the website will indicate why and provide a link to DEQ's Recognized
Auto Repair Shops.
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Once the vehicle has passed the test, the owner will pay DEQ's certification fee via the website.
How the DMV Registration Renewal Process Works in Oregon; Specifically with the DEQ Too Program
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General Public Motorists: When using DEQ Too, motorists will not be allowed to use remote OBD emissions test results to
renew registration via the mail, in-person at a DMV field office or at a DEQ Clean Air Station. Motorists will be made aware of this prior to
purchasing a DEQ E-Certificate on the DEQ Too website. Renewal of registration must only be done on-line with DMV in
order to participate in Oregon's DEQ Too program:
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Renewal reminders are mailed from DMV to the vehicle owner about 90 days prior to the date the vehicle registration stickers expire on a
license plate. The renewal reminder also serves as the renewal application. The renewal reminder comes with an on-line renewal access code.
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At the moment a motorist obtains a DEQ E-Certificate through the DEQ Too website, DMV immediately receives data from DEQ indicating that the
vehicle has passed the emissions test. Then the motorist can renew on-line with DMV and receive registration stickers in the mail in as few as
3 business days.
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The ability for the general public to renew their registration on-line with DMV is about a 165 day window. As early as 90 days before the
registration expiration date and then 75 days after. Other than that window, on-line renewal with DMV is not allowed.
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Note that DMV's registration renewal expiration date is every 2 years and is not connected to the VIN, per se. In Oregon, registration stickers
are issued for a vehicle to be affixed to the vehicle's front and back license plates - but then the license plates (along with their stickers)
may be moved to a different vehicle. Whatever expiration date exists for the license plate stickers becomes the expiration date for the
vehicle.
PROGRAM OBLIGATIONS
On behalf of my company, I agree to the following terms and conditions:
Host of Device-Borrowing Location
We are a company that directly or indirectly enters into a lease, purchase or other type of financial agreement with a S-type (shared-type) telematics
device provider(s) on the current DEQ Too Business Participant List, and:
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We understand that DEQ Too Hosts do not solely provide DEQ vehicle testing as that is the role of DEQ's existing Clean Air Stations. Therefore, our
hosting of a shared-type telematics device for our customers to use is in addition to our company's
primary product(s) and/or service(s). And as a Host we will always maintain primary product(s) and/or service(s)
and never solely provide just DEQ vehicle testing services.
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We will provide to DEQ the physical address of each of our participating business locations along with the telematics device serial numbers
assigned to each location.
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Our devices will only be used at the physical addresses provided to DEQ.
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We will inform DEQ in advance if a device is no longer being used and/or replaced by another, if they are being relocated to one of our other
property addresses, or if the device is missing.
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If we have business locations operating under this agreement using different names than our umbrella company name, we will provide the business
location name associated with each address.
Testing the Vehicle
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During our normal operating hours, we will allow the use of our S-Type telematics testing device so that OBD data is transmitted to DEQ
whenever the customer asks us to use our device in our role as a DEQ Too Host; even if the Check Engine Light is on.
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The only exception is that if we notice any visible smoke coming from the tailpipe, then we will not allow our device to be used.
In those cases, we will direct the motorist to a DEQ Clean Air Station to receive their test.
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Our device(s) can be used to transmit OBD data to DEQ in one of the following two methods (or both):
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The vehicle owner plugs it in on their own
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Our company representative plugs it in, on behalf of the vehicle owner.
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Whichever method(s) we offer is entirely up to our company. The vehicle owner will be made aware of our method(s) and will voluntarily choose to
use our services as a Host or not use our services.
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If and when we provide the device to the customer to plug-in themselves, we will briefly explain that the customer needs to:
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Locate the connection port him/herself and not rely on our representative.
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Plug in the device and unplug it by her/himself.
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Know which communication method(s) our device uses: visual, audio and/or vibration.
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Know the three messages the device will relay: successful plug-in, error and successful transaction to DEQ.
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Know, if our business does not allow engines to be running during our service, that the engine must be turned off with the key turned to the "On"
position (Key On; Engine Off).
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Our company will only allow the use of our device if the motorist has voluntarily chosen to use our device. At a minimum, this permission is deemed
granted when, depending on our method(s), the vehicle owner:
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Our company will not:
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Refer to the testing device as "Oregon's device", or "DEQ's device" or anything similar. The device is ours; not DEQ's.
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Adhere to or etch into the device the DEQ Too logo the words "Oregon", "DEQ" or "Too".
Tampering with or Altering OBD Systems is a Violation of the Federal Clean Air Act
Our company understands that it is a violation of Section 203(a)(3) of the Federal Clean Air Act to tamper with or to alter an OBD system from its original
equipment configuration. We will not alter the OBD System on any vehicle and we will not alter any data transmission from any vehicle's OBD system.
Strictly Within Scope of VIP Program and Only DEQ Makes Compliance Determination
As described in the Agreement's Background section, we will not allow our DEQ Too-approved equipment and methodology to be used in any manner
which places required conditions upon or provides incentive to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair
Oregon registered vehicles which are outside the scope of the VIP Program.
We will make it clear to our customers that the compliance determination comes solely from DEQ via the DEQ Too website. Our company will not make any
vehicle emissions inspection pass/fail determination to a motorist. For example, we will not use any statement similar to "Your vehicle has Failed DEQ" or
"Has passed DEQ" or "Should pass DEQ" or "Only results that are, or appear to be, in compliance with emission standards will be sent to DEQ".
Businesses which use other OBD Plug-in Equipment
If our company uses other OBD plug-in equipment besides our S-Type device, then like any other Host:
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If a customer asks us to use our S-Type device in our DEQ Too role, or we bring this role to our customer's attention, then we will ensure the OBD data gets transmitted to DEQ.
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We understand that for purpose of consistency across the program, and consistency with the Clean Air Station testing, we will transmit data to DEQ with our S-Type device even if we first recognize the Check Engine Light (MIL) is on or the vehicle is "Unready".
Since the purpose of some of our other equipment (besides the S-Type device) is to recognize why a MIL is commanded on or why a vehicle's status is
"Unready", we may communicate such detailed OBD data to our customers as that's part of the primary service we provide. This could include providing any
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) we see. When providing these details, we may relay the common knowledge information that vehicles with their MIL on or with
monitors unready may have difficulty meeting smog compliance and could cause excess air pollution. If we have the capability of clearing MIL/DTCs, we
understand that without proper repair, such action does not help vehicles pass emissions testing and we relay this fact to our customers.
Businesses which Conduct Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
If our company conducts vehicle maintenance and repair, we understand that it is not a requirement to be on the list of DEQ's Recognized Auto Repair Shops (RARS) in order to enroll in the DEQ Too program. However,
because it will align well with being a DEQ Too Participant and it could benefit motorists and our company, we will strongly consider becoming a RARS
participant (http://www.oregon.gov/deq/FilterDocs/rars.pdf)
Maintaining Awareness of how the DEQ Too program works overall
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that any communication between our staff and the motorist accurately represents the DEQ Too
program. We also recognize that we are in a key position to help our customers understand how the device and program works given we may experience it
daily, while our customers may only experience it once every 2 years.
Therefore:
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Our S-Type device provider will provide us with training materials to become aware and maintain awareness of how the DEQ Too program works
overall. Our device provider will use a manual, a video, hands-on or some similar training method or combination of methods. DEQ provides the
minimum training content to all S-Type device providers and that content is described in the documentation section of this agreement which will
also be referenced in any agreement between our company and our S-Type provider.
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We will provide the DEQ Too Customer Instruction Form to every customer that makes it known they want to use the DEQ Too test
method using the device at our business. The instruction form will be supplied by DEQ upon enrollment and we will not alter it other than entering
the amount of money that we charge for the use of our device. We will enter the number zero (0) if we do not charge. We will then make double-sided,
color copies on 8½ x 11 inch white paper for distribution to our customers. We will provide the form prior to our customer making
their decision to use our device; the instructions inform their decision and make it clear what they are choosing in advance. The form also provides
our customer with the necessary information they'll need once they've left our business. This form will be included in the S-Type device provider's
training materials.
Third-Party User Interface Software
If we elect to use third-party user interface software that allows our customers, while on location, to use the interface instead of, or in addition to,
using the official DEQ Too website, we understand and will make it clear that:
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DEQ does not require us or the motorists to use any interface software, the DEQ Too website can work for our company as a standalone system, and we
will still receive and review the minimum training about the DEQ Too website (as described in the preceding section).
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The software provider is considered our Partner as described under the "Partnerships with Other Companies" obligation section. Prior to using the
software, we, or our Partner on our behalf, will first receive DEQ's approval. After demonstrating to DEQ how the interface software works, DEQ
will have up to 30 days to indicate what changes, if any, are required.
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DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that features of the DEQ Too website and program are represented in a certain manner to all users. Therefore,
DEQ's review includes, but is not be limited to, the following:
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The third-party's methodology aligns with the intent of any portions of this Agreement.
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All the data entry that the DEQ Too website receives via the user interface must be authorized by the motorists and done as DEQ requires.
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All the output and communication we receive from the DEQ Too website via the user interface must be authorized by the motorists and done as DEQ
requires. This includes indication that test results have been determined solely by DEQ.
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If any mobile display screen device is used as part of the provider's methodology to complete transactions with the DEQ Too website, then its
outermost edges, including any protective casing (built-in or otherwise), shall have the following maximum dimensions:
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6¼ inches long
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3¼ inches wide
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1¼ inch thick
These dimensions do not apply to any peripheral equipment designed to charge, store or carry the display screen. This does not apply if the
methodology includes our company having the motorist use their own display screen (e.g. motorist's smart phone)
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Any problems caused by the software are the responsibility of the software provider.
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The software provider nor our company will indicate that either of us created the remote OBD testing option in Oregon. The software displays the
DEQ Too logo on any user screen that contains vehicle emissions testing activity. Note: The testing method is made possible in Oregon only because
DEQ initiated this convenient option. The Oregon Legislature provided the statutory authority to DEQ and its commission to develop rules
authorizing remote OBD testing.
Communication about Financial Transactions
We will describe to DEQ the payment mechanism of how we compensate our telematics device provider (lease, sale, per usage fee or other financial payment).
If there are periodic payments, we will inform DEQ of the frequency (monthly, etc).
Regarding charging money for using our device to transmit OBD data to DEQ:
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We will only charge money to our direct customer; namely the motorist that visits our business for our primary service(s)/product(s) and/or
to take care of their DEQ too. We will consider refunding our customer their money for this charge if the customer correctly brings to our
attention that the test for their particular vehicle was not necessary or could not be used to pass DEQ. Our consideration of refunding
customers may result in a "No Refund" policy that we will post and make clear prior to the charge.
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We will describe to DEQ how and when the money is being collected.
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In advance of charging our customer, we will communicate with them the amount of the charge and make it clear that DEQ does
not require the charge, does not set the amount and none of the money goes to DEQ. We will use the title of "Device-Usage Fee" to describe
the charge and make it clear that our fee is in addition to the cost of DEQ's Clean Air Certificate of Compliance. This advance
communication with the customer will be integrated into our:
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Verbal communication we have with customer, and
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Written and audio communication/advertising that we may use such as a posted sign, an agreement form, website, radio, television, etc
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We agree that DEQ may display our Device-Usage Fee amount on the DEQ Too website. As part of the initial
enrollment process, we will notify DEQ of our fee. We can change this fee at any time and after making a
change, we have up to 14 calendar days to inform DEQ in writing. DEQ then has up to 14 calendar days to
update the website with the new fee amount. For these updates, there is no requirement to notify DEQ when
we are running "specials", "discounts", etc. DEQ will include a statement on the website to make it clear
that fees can change so be sure to check with the business for the most current fee amount.
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To minimize confusion to customers, we will not set our Device-Usage Fee equal to the current DEQ Clean
Air Certificate of Compliance Fee within the DEQ vehicle testing boundary in which we operate. DEQ will
notify us in writing if its certificate fee changes and, if the change matches our current Device-Usage Fee,
we will have up to 14 calendar days to change our fee so it no longer matches.
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After the charge, we will provide the customer with a receipt indicating "Device-Usage Fee" and the amount.
If a customer wants us to pay for, on their behalf, the E-Certificate fee, we will charge the customer as they must ultimately bear the full cost
of that fee and we will provide a receipt indicating "DEQ Clean Air Certificate of Compliance Fee". Any such arrangement will be clearly
communicated in advance to customers.
Partnerships with Other Companies
In participating in Oregon's DEQ Too program, we may partner with one or more companies to help implement the DEQ Too program or who may otherwise
interface with the motoring public or S-Type Telematics device providers regarding the DEQ Too program (our "Partner" or a "Partnership"). Example Partners
include, but are not limited to, Auto Part Store Associations, Auto Repair Associations, Gas station association, systems/software applications
provider/integrator, etc. We will provide to DEQ a description of the nature of any Partnership. Since we may change Partners or add some, if anything
changes significantly in the nature of our type of Partnerships, we will inform DEQ within 15 days of the change. DEQ may acknowledge that our company and
our Partner companies are involved in the DEQ Too program. The form of acknowledgement may include, but not be limited to, DEQ mentioning the partnership
on the DEQ Too website. Within 15 days of a written request from DEQ, we will provide to DEQ a list (or website link) of the names of our current Partners.
If DEQ deems that our Partnership is not in the best interest of DEQ, DEQ may elect to terminate this Agreement.
We have full responsibility to DEQ for the duties and obligations under this Agreement. We maintain full responsibility regardless of whether they are
performed by us or our Partners. If one or more of the following obligations are applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will
provide a copy of this agreement to the Partner and ensure the Partner:
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Complies with any and all of the obligations under the Program Obligations section
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
Advertising and Explaining the Use of our Devices with DEQ Too
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that the communication directed toward motorists accurately represents the DEQ Too program and
conforms with DEQ trademark usage policies. Therefore, we will provide to DEQ for DEQ review and approval all communication content we, or our Partners,
intend for explaining and advertising the use of our telematics device with Oregon's DEQ Too program. This includes communication that we or our Partners
intend to relay to any external audience that we are involved in remote OBD in the State of Oregon. If DEQ does not provide a response to us within 15 days
of receiving the material, then the communication content will be deemed approved. Such communication related to the DEQ Too program includes, but is not
limited to, the use of the DEQ Too logo and any written and verbal messaging to motorists or Partners using mail, coupons, newspaper, magazines,
computer/phone applications, texts, emails, newsletters, websites, blogs, TV, radio, social media, etc. Any advertising we do about DEQ Too will reference
the name of the program ("DEQ Too") and prominently display the DEQ Too logo (except when advertising isn't visible such as over the radio). And our
advertising will not solely be about emissions testing. After all, we are in business for our primary product(s) and/or service(s) which is what we
normally advertise about to attract customers.
DEQ will provide us an electronic copy of the DEQ Too design mark (logo) and grants to us the right to use the logo only after DEQ has placed us upon the
DEQ Too Business Participant List. The logo (which resembles an Oregon license plate) and the word mark ("DEQ Too™") are trademarks of DEQ and the
property of DEQ. We will create at least one prominently sized sign containing the DEQ Too logo and display it in a prominent location so our customers
know we are officially recognized by DEQ as a participating business. We, and our Partners, shall use the logo and word mark in conformance with the
Authorized Use of DEQ Too Trademarks document. Upon removal of our company from the DEQ Too Business Participant List, we will immediately cease the use of
the DEQ Too logo and word mark and ensure our Partners also do so.
The Business Participant List on the DEQ Too website may include our business name, logo/trademark and address. Using any part of this information, DEQ may
broadly share (e.g. TV interview, news releases) that our company is participating in DEQ Too. We grant DEQ the right to use our official logo/trademark
for the purpose described above and we will provide to DEQ an electronic copy of this along with any conformance guidelines. If we do not have an official
logo/trademark, then a distinguishing branding about our company will be used (e.g. from top of our letterhead or on our webpage). Upon removal of our
company from the DEQ Too Business Participant List, DEQ will immediately cease the use of our logo. This agreement does not grant DEQ any rights, title, or
interest in or to our intellectual property rights.
When we or our Partner's advertise our device to motorists, we will inform them of the information available at
www.DEQToo.org and we will not claim to have an exclusive arrangement with DEQ to provide the DEQ Too service or claim
that DEQ endorses any Host over another. If we charge money for the use of our device, we will follow the advertising obligations of this Agreement's
paragraph entitled "Communications about Financial Transactions".
We will not advertise that our business participates in DEQ Too without having an activated and officially DEQ-approved S-Type telematics device available
on the premises. Without a device present, we understand that DEQ will ensure our business does not display us on their
webpage showing a map of Device-Borrowing Locations.
DEQ Oversight
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that we are meeting these Terms and Conditions on an ongoing basis. Therefore, we authorize DEQ
personnel to come onto our business premises with or without providing us advance notification for the purpose of confirming compliance with these Terms
and Conditions. While DEQ personnel are on the property, we understand that they may or may not introduce themselves as being from the DEQ. Using our
devices only at the physical addresses we've enrolled into the DEQ Too program gives DEQ the capability necessary to provide this
oversight. Besides allowing physical visits from DEQ, we will respond within 15 days of a written request from DEQ for information regarding our adherence
to these Terms and Conditions.
OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Term of Agreement; Termination of Agreement.
This Agreement shall begin upon the date our company is added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List until December 31st of the year we were
added to the list. Each January 1, the Agreement will automatically renew for one year unless DEQ provides at least 30 days written notice to us or either
party otherwise terminates in accordance with this Agreement. The parties can terminate this Agreement as follows: (a) Either party can terminate this
agreement with 30 days notice at any time; (b) DEQ can terminate this agreement, or suspend acceptance of data transmitted from our devices, immediately
upon our failure to comply with the terms of this agreement; or (c) DEQ can terminate this agreement if it elects to discontinue or suspend the DEQ Too
Program for any reason. Without terminating the agreement, DEQ may, at any time, modify the Program Obligations of this Agreement. If DEQ does so, it will
provide notice to us and identify the modification. If we do not wish to continue after receiving notice of the modification of the Program Obligations, we
can terminate this agreement. Our continued use of the DEQ Too Program for longer than 30 days after we receive notice of the modification of the Program
Obligations means we have agreed to the new Program Obligation terms.
When this Agreement is terminated for any reason, (a) we must stop using the DEQ Too logo and (b) DEQ will remove us from the DEQ Too Business Participant
List and will no longer accept data transmitted from our devices.
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Assignment. Except as is expressly allowed below, we shall not assign this Agreement, in whole or in part, without DEQ's prior written consent,
which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Our assignment of this Agreement to a parent, affiliate, subsidiary or to a successor organization by
merger or acquisition does not require the consent of DEQ. The provisions of this Agreement will be binding upon and will inure to the benefit of any
successors and permitted assigns.
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Survival. Any provision of this Agreement which imposes an obligation after termination or expiration of this Agreement shall survive the
termination or expiration of this Agreement.
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Confidentiality. We acknowledge that, in the course of performing our responsibilities under this Agreement, we may be exposed to or acquire
information that is confidential to DEQ. Any information we receive or acquire relating to DEQ in the performance of this Agreement is deemed to be
confidential information of DEQ ("Confidential Information"), with the exception of (i) information that becomes part of the public
domain through lawful means and without breach of any confidentiality obligation by us; (ii) information subsequently and rightfully received from third
parties who have the necessary rights to transfer the information without any obligation of confidentiality; (iii)information that was known to us prior to
the effective date of the Agreement without obligation of confidentiality; (iv) information that is independently developed by us and documented in writing
without use of, or reference to, any confidential information of DEQ; and (v) information required to be disclosed by law.
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Indemnity. We shall indemnify and hold harmless DEQ, the State of Oregon, and their agents, officials and employees harmless from all claims,
demands, suits, actions, proceedings, losses, liabilities, damages, awards and costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees), which may be brought or made
against DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents, officials or employees and arising out of or related to any of the following (each, an "indemnifiable
loss"): (i) any personal injury, death or property damage caused by any alleged act, omission, error, fault, mistake or negligence of us, our employees,
agents, or representatives in connection with or incident to the use of our devices related to the Agreement; (ii) any act or omission by us that
constitutes a material breach of the Agreement, including any breach of warranty; or (iii) the infringement of any patent, copyright, trademark, trade
secret or other proprietary right of any third party related to our devices used under this Agreement. DEQ shall promptly notify us in writing of any
action, claim or demand of which DEQ becomes aware and which DEQ reasonably expects to result in an indemnifiable loss. Our obligation under this section
does not extend to any indemnifiable loss to the extent caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents,
officials or employees.
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Defense of Claims. To the extent we are required under this Agreement to defend DEQ against claims asserted by third parties, DEQ shall
reasonably cooperate in good faith, at our reasonable expense, in the defense of the claim and we shall select counsel reasonably acceptable to the Oregon
Attorney General to defend the claim and shall bear all costs of counsel. The Oregon Attorney General's acceptance of counsel may not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed. Counsel must accept appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General under ORS Chapter 180 before counsel may act in
the name of, or represent the interests of, the State of Oregon, DEQ, its officers, employees or agents. DEQ may elect to assume its own defense with an
attorney of its own choice and its own expense at any time DEQ determines important governmental interests are at stake. DEQ shall promptly provide notice
to us of any claim that may result in an obligation on the part of us to defend. Subject to these limitations, we may defend a claim with counsel of our
own choosing, on the condition that no settlement or compromise of any claim may occur without the consent of DEQ, which consent must not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed.
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Governing Law; Jurisdiction; Venue. This Agreement is to be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without
giving effect to its conflict of law principles, and applicable federal law. Any action or suit brought by the parties relating to this Agreement must be
brought and conducted exclusively in the Circuit Court of Marion County for the State of Oregon in Salem, Oregon, unless the claim must be brought in a
federal forum, in which case it must be brought and adjudicated exclusively within the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. We hereby
consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts, waive any objection to venue in these courts, and waive any claim that either of these courts is an
inconvenient forum. In no way may this section or any other term of this Agreement be construed as a waiver by the State of Oregon of any form of defense
or immunity, whether it is sovereign immunity, governmental immunity, immunity based on the Eleventh Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, or
otherwise, from any Claim or from the jurisdiction of any court.
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Not a part of DEQ. We shall not act as an agent or employee of DEQ.
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General Representations and Warranties. We represent and warrant to DEQ that (i) we have the power and authority to enter into and perform this
Agreement; (ii) this Agreement, when executed and delivered, will be a valid and binding obligation of us enforceable in accordance with its terms; (iii)
we will, at all times during the term of this Agreement, be qualified to do business in the State of Oregon.
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Limitation of Liability. In no event shall either party be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, lost data or other consequential or
incidental damages.
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Tax Compliance Certificate. Our company will provide to DEQ a signed tax compliance certification that certifies the following:
By executing this tax compliance certification, I certify under penalty of perjury that I am authorized to act on behalf of the Company and that, to the
best of my knowledge, we are not in violation of any Oregon Tax Laws. For purposes of this certification, "Oregon Tax Laws" means a state tax imposed by
ORS 320.005 to 320.150 (Miscellaneous Taxes) and ORS chapters 118 (Inheritance Tax), 314 (Income Tax), 316 (Personal Income Tax), 317 (Corporation Excise
Tax), 318 (Corporation Income Tax), 321 (Forest Products Tax) and 323 (Cigarettes And Tobacco Products Tax), and the elderly rental assistance program
under ORS 310.630 to 310.706; and any local taxes administered by the Department of Revenue under ORS 305.620.
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Liability Insurance. At all times while participating in the program:
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We agree to carry Commercial General Liability or Garage Liability insurance with a minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence for any number of claimants.
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If not otherwise covered by our liability insurance, we also agree to carry insurance that protects our company in the event of damage to our customers' vehicles.
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Notice and other Communication that is required of us under this Agreement will be provided in writing or email delivered to DEQ at the below
addresses:
DOCUMENTATION
We understand that DEQ will not include us on the DEQ Too Business Participant List without first receiving documentation demonstrating that we meet the
requirements of this program. Our documentation will be submitted within 7 days following our electronic submittal of the DEQ Too Business Participant
enrollment form using www.DEQToo.org. We understand that the final determination of our participation is made by DEQ and that DEQ's goal is to make
their determination within 30 days of receiving our documentation. DEQ will inform us in writing when we are added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List.
It's possible that we may not be able to provide to DEQ the items on the documentation list that have an asterisk until after we have an agreement
with a telematics provider. Since that agreement may not be achievable until after both parties have assurance that our company has documented all
the other items necessary to be placed on the DEQ Too Business Participant List. To assist with such assurance:
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When our company provides all the other documentation items within the required 7 day timeframe, we will identify to DEQ which of the items
with asterisks are not yet available due to the lack of an agreement with a telematics provider.
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DEQ will provide us with written communication indicating that once the items with asterisks are received by DEQ, our company can be added to the
DEQ Too Business Participant List and that we have 90 days from the date of DEQ's written communication to provide the items.
If our company does not submit the remaining items on time, DEQ will have insufficient documentation to add us the DEQ Too Business Participant
List. At that time, if we wish to attempt enrollment again, we may do so by submitting a new electronic form and starting the enrollment process
all over again.
We understand that the documentation must include, but may not be limited to:
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A written statement and signature making it clear to DEQ that the individual agreeing to the terms and conditions via the DEQ Too electronic
enrollment form has the authority to commit to the agreement on behalf of the company.
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A description of the nature of our business with identification of our primary product(s) and/or service(s).
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Demonstrate (e.g. contract page showing both parties' signatures) how we are the company with which the telematics device provider(s) directly or
indirectly enters into agreement for us to lease, own and/or otherwise activate device.
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The physical address and operating name of each our participating business locations and the *telematics device serial numbers
assigned to each location.
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An operational contact name, telephone number and email address will be provided to DEQ for DEQ's internal use only.
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A customer service phone number and/or electronic address so that DEQ can provide this contact information upon request from our customers if/when
they experience difficulties with our device/process.
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A description of how our company determines that the motorist voluntarily agrees to use our device for the purpose of transmitting OBD data to DEQ.
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Which method(s) we will use to transmit OBD data to DEQ (or indicate if both):
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The vehicle owner plugs it in on their own
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Our company representative plugs it in, on behalf of the vehicle owner.
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As it relates to the section entitled "Businesses which use other OBD Plug-in Equipment", we will describe to DEQ our typical communication
to motorists.
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A description of the payment mechanism to our telematics device provider (lease, purchase, per usage fee or other financial payment). We will
provide a description of any periodic payments (monthly, etc).
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A sample receipt we'll be using with customers showing the title of "Device-Usage Fee" for the collection of any fees/charges to motorists
using our device for the purpose of transmitting OBD data to DEQ.
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The Certificate of Insurance.
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The signed Tax Compliance Certificate (DEQ provides the certificate needing our signature).
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Certification that our business is legally authorized to do business in the State of Oregon
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A description of the nature of any Partnerships that we currently have and their role(s). If one or more of the following obligations are
applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will provide DEQ with a written description and any accompanying documentation of
how we ensure the Partner:
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Complies with any and all of the obligations under the Program Obligations section
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
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Initial communication content and methods we, or our Partners, intend for explaining and advertising our company as a Host of a Device-Borrowing
Location within in Oregon's DEQ Too program.
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If applicable, materials demonstrating how our third-party user interface software is intended to work.
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Acknowledgement that we have received DEQ Too program training materials from our S-Type provider and the materials cover at least the following:
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That DEQ Too only works for vehicles with an electronic vehicle identification number (E-VIN) which are typically model year vehicles
2005 and newer. In order for DEQ Too to work for gasoline/flex fueled vehicles in excess of 8,500 lbs GVWR, their model year must be 2013
or newer.
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Some vehicles are exempt from testing. Newer Model Year vehicles in Oregon (www.DEQToo.org/nmy) are not required to be tested. Diesel
vehicles in excess of 8,500 lbs GVWR are not required to be tested. If these exempt vehicles are tested using DEQ Too, they will always
be passed by DEQ and there is no charge for DEQ's E-Certificate.
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The typical locations of the OBD port under in vehicles and how to use the DEQ Too website's port locator by vehicle type.
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How to ensure the key (including push-button ignition) is at least in the "On" position in order for the telematics device to work.
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How to plug-in and unplug the device.
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An understanding of the three messages the device communicates to user.
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The communication method(s) our device uses to communicate to user.
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That the DEQ Too program is used for two purposes; both of which are intended to help ensure vehicles are maintained properly for the betterment of
air quality and public health: a) to understand why a Check Engine Light is illuminated, and b) to meet DEQ's testing requirement.
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How ONLY DEQ (not our company) makes and relays the pass/fail determination; utilizing the DEQ Too website.
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That the domain name for the DEQ Too website is www.DEQToo.org.
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How to retrieve results from the test on the DEQ Too website.
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Where to find and print the instructions associated with the result.
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How to pay for an E-Certificate using DEQ's E-Commerce payment system.
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The importance of and how to obtain a paper and/or electronic receipt from DEQ's E-Commerce payment system as it provides proof in case there is a
discrepancy.
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Understanding that the only value in a DEQ E-Certificate for a member of the public using our device is if their vehicle is registered to an
address within the Portland or Medford DEQ boundaries and if DMV registration
renewal is done over the internet. Renewal MUST occur online. It cannot be used for renewal through the mail or in person at a
DMV Field Office or DEQ Clean Air Station. For the general public, this program will not work for first time registration of vehicles that are
new to the state or registrations related to transferring of title.
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That in order for a member of the public to renew DMV registration using DEQ Too, the following is
REQUIRED:
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DMV's Online Vehicle Registration Renewal System (www.OregonDMV.com/online) must
be used and can only be used for up to 75 days past current expiration date.
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DMV's Online Renewal Access Code must be used and must only be obtained from the motorist's printed DMV registration renewal application form.
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Auto insurance information and all the required certifications including, but not limited to, qualification to register a vehicle in Oregon and
that all information provided on the registration renewal application is true and correct.
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That new registration stickers arrive in the mail from DMV within as few as 3 business days.
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The importance of obtaining and keeping the receipt of payment from DMV's system in the vehicle as it can prevent a ticket from law enforcement
while waiting on the stickers to arrive in the mail.
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The DEQ Too Customer Instruction Form with our Device-Usage Fee amount filled in.
Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program
Terms and Conditions for:
Auto Dealership
(Version 1/24/2017)
This is an agreement ("Agreement") between my company and the State of Oregon acting by and through the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
setting forth the obligations of the parties for the participation of my company as an Auto Dealership in Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program.
BACKGROUND SECTION
DEQ Develops and Implements Oregon's Air Pollution Control Reduction Strategies
With the oversight of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Oregon Legislature and the Environmental Quality Commission (EQC), Oregon's
air pollution control strategies are established and implemented by the DEQ. Such strategies include, but are not limited to, permitting, inspections,
enforcement, area-specific planning and strategy development, monitoring and measuring, voluntary, financial assistance and incentive programs. DEQ's
Vehicle Inspection Program (VIP) is an air pollution reduction strategy involving the periodic inspection of vehicles which is enforced by denying
registration until a vehicle passes the inspection.
Program Effectiveness
The Oregon Legislature has determined that, in the best interest of the state of Oregon, vehicles are to be required to have their emissions tested within
certain time periods, certain geographic areas and certain model year ranges. The effectiveness of Oregon's VIP program is periodically evaluated and the
program is considered one of the most effective vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. A great example of Oregon's approach is that the State
does not allow a repair waiver. In the vast majority of states, if a vehicle fails an emissions test, the vehicle owner needs only to produce a receipt
that a certain amount of money was spent (some are as low as $150) on repairs and then it can receive registration renewal. This exemption, referred to as
a "repair waiver", means that excessively polluting vehicles are allowed to continue operating in these other states after failing the emissions test and
receiving just a partial repair. Oregon does not have a repair waiver program, so vehicles that fail DEQ's test must be fully repaired and are not allowed
to continue causing excessive air pollution. DEQ does have a financial assistance program to help motorists who cannot afford to fix their vehicle. As a
result of VIP's effectiveness, the Portland and Medford areas have not exceeded the federal standards for ozone or carbon monoxide (CO) in several years.
In addition to the VIP program continuing to help reduce ozone and CO concentrations - even as Oregon's population increases - the program also helps to
reduce fine particulate, greenhouse gases, and air toxics.
Program Efficiency
Besides its effectiveness, the efficiency of Oregon's VIP program is also regularly evaluated. From self-service kiosks and testing vehicles on an auto
dealer's lot, to issuing registration stickers for a unique DEQ/DMV one-stop-shopping experience - Oregon's VIP is considered one of the most innovative,
convenient and efficient vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. With DEQ Too, Oregon is now taking efficiency to a whole new level by adding to
VIP's range of convenient testing options from which motorists can choose.
The DEQ Too Test Method is Not about Expanding the Reach of the VIP Program
DEQ's authority for the VIP program is established by the Oregon legislature and the program's scope is limited in several ways; including those mentioned
below. DEQ cannot and does not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done outside of testing boundaries, model year range,
or registration renewal period:
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Must Test only within certain Geographic Boundaries.
Vehicles must be registered or registering inside specific geographic boundaries in the Portland-Metro and the Medford-Ashland areas.
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Must Test only within certain Model Year Ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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Must Test only within specified Registration Renewal Period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is all about program efficiency; it's a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use or not use. DEQ Too's objective is not about modifying the program's reach; it does not expand the limited scope of the VIP program. So the DEQ Too test method falls squarely
under VIP's limited scope just the same as the existing test methods; inspector-conducted tests at Clean Air Stations, the inspector-conducted tests on the
lot of auto dealerships, and the inspector-assisted tests when motorists use self-service kiosks. As such, all of VIP's test methods are limited
to the exact same testing boundaries, the same model year ranges and the same registration renewal periods.
It is understood that some vehicles registered outside the established boundaries, outside the model year ranges or outside of their renewal periods can
also be in need of emissions system repair. And, in fact, motorists with such vehicles can voluntarily use any of DEQ's test methods which may result in
the motorist electing to repair the vehicle. It is also understood that businesses have and use non-DEQ Too approved equipment and methodologies, and use
conditions and incentives to diagnose and repair vehicles outside of the scope of the VIP program. But DEQ Too, like all the test methods in the VIP
program, does not and will not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done in such "voluntary"
circumstances. It is critical that the VIP program scope remains consistently within its legislative directive across all VIP test methods. DEQ
Too-approved equipment and methodologies are strictly a part of DEQ's provision of a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use
or not use.
Therefore testing equipment (e.g. telematics device, cable, display screen) and methodologies (e.g. audio, visual, software, app, website) that are
officially approved for the purpose of DEQ Too program participation must not be associated with or used in any manner which places
required conditions upon or provides incentive (financial or otherwise) to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair
Oregon registered vehicles:
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That are intended for registration outside of the authorized Portland-Metro and Medford-Ashland geographic boundaries.
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That are outside of the authorized model year ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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That are outside of their registration renewal period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is Oregon's Newest Vehicle Emissions Testing Option
In Oregon, motorists refer to the smog test as "Going through DEQ" (Department of Environmental Quality). While DEQ offers several convenient Clean Air
Station locations, our average wait time is less than 10 minutes, and we provide weekend and evening hours, we understand it can still be a challenge for
our operations to match up with everyone's specific needs. That is why we started allowing for another testing option to evolve in 2016. Everyone likes
choices. Take the evolution of the banking industry where business was conducted only with in-person tellers at first, then ATM machines were introduced
and now banking can also be completed using the internet. Similarly, with DEQ, motorists can receive an emissions test with in-person inspectors or
self-service machines at our stations and now testing can also be completed using the internet.
The internet option is called DEQ Too and involves the motorist voluntarily authorizing On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) data to be remotely transmitted from
their vehicle to DEQ. Instead of visiting a Clean Air Station, motorists test their vehicle at locations they are driving to already. While taking care of
their other car needs at such places, they can take care of their DEQ too. Participating businesses (Hosts of Device-Borrowing Locations) will
lend motorists a telematics testing device to plug into their car and return it a couple of minutes later. The car's OBD data will be immediately
transmitted to DEQ and then at the motorist's convenience they can use their smart phone or other device to check results. They'll be able to view
diagnostic trouble codes if their Check Engine light is on. Or, if all looks good to pass DEQ's emissions test, they can order their DMV (Driver and Motor
Vehicle Services Division, a branch of the Oregon Department of Transportation) stickers online which will arrive in the mail within as few as 3 business
days.
Telematics devices manufactured into a vehicle's system to provide turn-by-turn navigation, roadside and stolen vehicle assistance, etc., can also transmit
OBD data. In addition, auto fleet services, usage-based auto insurance programs, and other applications utilize after-market Telematics devices which can
also transmit OBD data. DEQ will accept data transmitted from these types of continuously connected devices as well. While originally intended for other
uses, these can be used for DEQ too.
Auto dealership companies and companies operating a fleet of vehicles will also be able to use telematics devices to test their multiple vehicles without
visiting a Clean Air Station.
The bottom line is that DEQ wants to ensure motorists and companies have multiple testing options and can decide what's best for them in their particular
situation at any given time. The DEQ Too option saves time and fuel; and even helps reduce air pollution.
DEQ Makes the Determination of Test Results
The Department's Environmental Quality Commission authorizes remote, self-service testing via Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358(1). DEQ is the only
entity authorized to determine and provide the emissions testing results to vehicle owners.
The 2 Types of Telematics Devices
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Continuously Connected
vehicle telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "C-type" device). This device is one that is continuously connected,
24/7 to one vehicle. These C-type devices are either built-in to the vehicle's system during auto manufacturing or plugged-in after-market. By
comparison, the other telematics device (S-type) can be shared for use by multiple vehicles.
The C-type device has a primary objective other than transmitting OBD data to DEQ. Examples of after-market C-type devices include use by
auto fleets to optimize driving routes and maintenance schedules and by usage-based auto insurance programs to help motorists achieve lower
premiums. Key purposes of built-in, C-type devices are roadside assistance, stolen vehicle assistance, turn-by-turn navigation, hands-free calling,
etc. Regardless of their primary purpose, these continuously connected devices can also capture OBD data and so they can be used
for DEQ too.
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Shared
telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "S-type" device). A S-type is an after-market plug-in device that can be shared for use by
multiple vehicles; one vehicle at a time. By comparison, the other telematics device (C-type) is continuously connected to and used by only one
vehicle.
The objective of the S-type device is for use with multiple vehicles to transmit a snapshot of each vehicle's OBD data to DEQ. The general public
would use S-type devices by borrowing them from participating Device-Borrowing Locations that exist for a primary purpose other than transmitting
OBD data. For example, if a gas station participated as a Host, their primary purpose is for motorists to refuel their vehicle. However, by briefly
borrowing the device, motorists could take care of their DEQ too while they are refueling.
The 5 Types of Business Participants
DEQ Too relies on an open market approach whereby voluntary participation in a given role is open to any company that meets certain terms and conditions.
Each business participant type and role is as follows:
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C-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the vehicle(s) owner enters into the original agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective C-Type Device Providers that provide at least one primary service that has shown specific and
sustained demand for the service for the last 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any C-Type Device Provider has a
proven, sustainable primary service that necessitates a 24/7 continuous connection, rather than becoming a telematics company that goes into
business solely to test vehicles. S-Type Device Providers serve in that role via Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets. The sustained demand for
the service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by the prospective C-Type Device Provider itself. It can be demonstrated by any company.
For example, a new telematics device for Usage-Based Insurance would not need to demonstrate that there's a sustained demand for such a service.
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S-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the Host, Auto Dealership and/or Fleet enters into an agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter S-Type Device agreements with companies that have met specific, technical and sustained demand for the use of OBD plug-in
equipment for the last 12 months. This experience demonstrates that the company successfully and actively oversees the quality and technical
support of the OBD-related equipment it provides. In an open-market system like DEQ Too, such experience is in the Program's best interest to
make certain that the Program itself maintains quality standards to ensure long term viability of the program.
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Hosts
own or operate a business that will act as a Device-Borrowing Location that has an S-type device that is used on location voluntarily by a motorist
or by the Host on behalf of the volunteering motorist. The objective is to allow transmission of OBD data to DEQ from the business location. Having
the S-type device is in addition to the business' primary product(s)/service(s). Examples of possible Device-Borrowing Locations include, but are
not limited to: gas station, auto service, repair, parts and car washing companies.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective Hosts that provide at least one primary service or product that has shown specific and sustained
demand for the service/product for at least 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any Host has a proven, sustainable
primary service or product, rather than becoming a business location solely for testing vehicles. That service already exists with the testing
service that DEQ provides at its Clean Air Stations. The sustained demand for the product/service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by
the prospective Host itself. It can be demonstrated by any company. For example, a new gas station would not need to demonstrate that there's a
sustained demand for such a product.
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Companies with a Fleet of vehicles voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data from the vehicles they own/operate to DEQ and
subsequently retrieve results from the DEQ Too website.
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Auto Dealerships
voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data to DEQ from the vehicles they have in inventory to sell/lease and subsequently retrieve results
from the DEQ Too website.
When a company enrolls to participate and meets the terms and conditions for one of the above roles, DEQ places them on one of the five list-types as an
"Official DEQ Too Business Participant". When a general public vehicle owner voluntarily uses a telematics device to transmit OBD data to DEQ, they do not
need to enroll with DEQ Too in advance, but they must agree to certain terms and conditions on the website before results will be shown.
The S-type Telematics Design Requirements Encourage Widespread Distribution of Testing Devices
The Oregon DEQ Too program relies on a free-enterprise, open-market approach whereby the vehicle emissions test can be performed remotely at multiple
business locations and the telematics test equipment can vary from location to location; depending on the equipment provider. A primary goal of DEQ in
creating the terms and conditions for the S-type telematics device provider is to encourage widespread distribution of the testing devices;
especially for the general public. To meet this goal, DEQ enters into agreements with providers who can deliver S-type devices and
methodologies that work well in any type of DEQ Too testing business environment.
To ensure widespread distribution of testing devices, all S-type devices and methodologies are built primarily for less experienced users. Requiring
consistent features and user-friendliness for the less experienced users will also work for the more experienced users. Also, all S-type devices and
methodologies are built to primarily support workplace environments which are fast-pace, high-volume, with individual employees serving multiple customers
at the same time, across multiple point-of-service locations. If the devices and methodologies can function well under those types of working conditions,
then they will also function well in lower paced, lower volume type of conditions. Ensuring the devices and methodologies are built in this manner helps
achieve and maintain compliance with Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358. Namely, the emissions test needs to be such that it can be performed in any
environment by either the vehicle owner or by a representative, on behalf of the vehicle owner.
Therefore, DEQ utilizes certain terms and conditions under the Obligations section of the S-Type Telematics Device Provider Terms and Conditions that
ensure the testing equipment and process recognizes and/or accommodates high pace/volume businesses:
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By ensuring that the testing equipment/processes provides consistent features for motorists so they can easily use the equipment at any DEQ Too
participating business, regardless of which S-type provider made the device.
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Which are accustomed to their customers remaining inside their vehicle while on the business' location. (For example, in Oregon, motorists are not
allowed to pump their own fuel at a gas station)
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Which use individual employees to serve multiple customers at the same time, across multiple point-of-service locations.
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Where the testing equipment will not necessarily be available at every point-of-service location on the premises.
Due to all of these business characteristics, when the testing equipment is not in use it should be in a location that does not require the
business' employees to deviate from or interrupt their normal path of service delivery. Therefore DEQ has certain design and process requirements
for S-Type devices:
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They must be small and mobile enough for employees to carry in a pocket of pants/shorts/shirt/jacket, on a belt clip/holster or on a breakaway
lanyard around their neck.
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They must make for a smooth and uncomplicated passing back and forth through a car window; ergonomically built for ease of holding with one hand.
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They must be capable to be used in a process that takes limited and quick action from start to finish while the motorist is on the business'
premises.
Vehicle Owners will Obtain Results Using the DEQ Too Website
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The vehicle owner will enter their license plate or VIN to display their test results.
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If the vehicle is "Unready", the website will indicate what that means.
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If DEQ has failed the vehicle (Check Engine Light has been commanded "ON"), the website will indicate why and provide a link to DEQ's Recognized
Auto Repair Shops.
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Once the vehicle has passed the test, the owner will pay DEQ's certification fee via the website.
The Oregon DMV Registration Renewal Process for Dealerships using the DEQ Too Program
Oregon auto dealerships (or their customers purchasing the vehicle) must obtain a paper certificate entitled a "DEQ Clean Air Certificate" as proof that
the vehicle has passed DEQ's test. The certificate is printed on secure-authenticated paper. Within the online DEQ Too program, an electronic certificate
contains the name of the auto dealership and a uniquely generated QR code for security and auditing purposes. As with a paper Clean Air Certificate, a
paper printout of the E-Certificate is used for proof of passing DEQ's test in order to receive registration plates and stickers for a vehicle. These DMV
registration items are received in one of two methods:
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Dealerships participating in DMV's Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR), receive vehicle registration plates and stickers from the EVR program.
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Dealerships not participating in the EVR program, receive vehicle registration plates and stickers from DMV; either through the mail or in-person
at a DMV field office.
E-Certificates cannot be used for any DMV or DEQ transaction at a DEQ Clean Air Station.
PROGRAM OBLIGATIONS
On behalf of my company, I agree to the following terms and conditions:
Auto Dealership
We are an auto dealership company that directly or indirectly enters into a lease, purchase or other type of financial agreement with a telematics device
provider(s) on the current DEQ Too Business Participant List for the purpose of testing vehicles within our own inventory, and:
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We will provide to DEQ the physical address of each of our participating business locations along with the telematics device serial numbers
assigned to each location.
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Our devices will only be used at the physical addresses provided to DEQ.
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We will inform DEQ in advance if a device is no longer being used and/or replaced by another, if they are being relocated to one of our other
property addresses, or if the device is missing.
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If we have business locations operating under this agreement using different names than our umbrella company name, we will provide the business
location name associated with each address.
Testing the Vehicle
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We will only test vehicles that are within our Dealership's inventory to sell or lease.
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We will not test a vehicle if we notice any visible smoke coming from the tailpipe. In those cases, we will use a different
emissions testing option that is conducted by a DEQ inspector.
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We understand that for purpose of consistency across the DEQ Too program, and consistency with the Clean Air Station testing, when it is the
customary time for us to test one of our vehicles, we will transmit data to DEQ even if we first recognize that the vehicle's Check Engine Light
(MIL) is on or the vehicle is "Unready".
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If we have the capability of clearing MIL/DTCs, we understand that without proper repair, such action does not help vehicles pass emissions
testing.
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Our company will not:
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Refer to the testing device as "Oregon's device", or "DEQ's device" or anything similar. The device is ours; not DEQ's.
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Adhere to or etch into the device the DEQ Too logo the words "Oregon", "DEQ" or "Too".
Tampering with or Altering OBD Systems is a Violation of the Federal Clean Air Act
Our company understands that it is a violation of Section 203(a)(3) of the Federal Clean Air Act to tamper with or to alter an OBD system from its original
equipment configuration. We will not alter the OBD System on any vehicle and we will not alter any data transmission from any vehicle's OBD system.
Strictly Within Scope of VIP Program and Only DEQ Makes Compliance Determination
As described in the Agreement's Background section, we will not allow our DEQ Too-approved equipment and methodology to be used in any manner
which places required conditions upon or provides incentive to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair
Oregon registered vehicles which are outside the scope of the VIP Program. The compliance determination comes solely from DEQ via the
DEQ Too website; not our company.
DEQ Too Electronic Certificate Security Feature
The E-Certificates we purchase and print from the DEQ Too website contain a QR code (Quick Response machine-readable optical label). The certificates are
unique to our Dealership location and to each VIN. The QR code makes it more secure and efficient for scanning and auditing purposes.
Maintaining Awareness of how the DEQ Too program works overall
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring the DEQ Too program works properly for auto dealerships. Therefore, our device provider will
provide us with training materials to become aware and maintain awareness of how the DEQ Too program works overall. Our device provider will use a manual,
a video, hands-on or some similar training method or combination of methods. DEQ provides the minimum training content to all device providers and that
content is described in the documentation section of this agreement which will also be referenced in any agreement between our company and our device
provider.
Third-Party User Interface Software
If we elect to use third-party user interface software instead of, or in addition to, using the official DEQ Too website, we understand that:
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DEQ does not require that we use any interface software, the DEQ Too website can work for our company as a standalone system, and we will still
receive and review the minimum training about the DEQ Too website (as described in the preceding section).
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The software provider is considered our Partner as described under the "Partnerships with Other Companies" obligation section. Prior to using the
software, we, or our Partner on our behalf, will first receive DEQ's approval. After demonstrating to DEQ how the interface software works, DEQ
will have up to 30 days to indicate what changes, if any, are required.
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DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that features of the DEQ Too website and program are represented in a certain manner to all users. Therefore,
DEQ's review includes, but is not be limited to, the following:
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The third-party's methodology aligns with the intent of any portions of this Agreement.
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All the data entry that the DEQ Too website receives via the user interface is authorized by our company and is done as DEQ requires.
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All the output and communication we receive from the DEQ Too website via the user interface is authorized by our company and is done as DEQ
requires. This especially includes indication that test results have been determined solely by DEQ.
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If any mobile display screen device is used as part of the provider's methodology to complete transactions with the DEQ Too website, then its
outermost edges, including any protective casing (built-in or otherwise), shall have the following maximum dimensions:
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6¼ inches long
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3¼ inches wide
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1¼ inch thick
These dimensions do not apply to any peripheral equipment designed to charge, store or carry the display screen.
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Any problems caused by the software are the responsibility of the software provider.
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The software provider does not indicate to our company that they created the remote OBD testing option in Oregon. The software displays the DEQ Too
logo on any user screen that contains vehicle emissions testing activity. Note: The testing method is made possible in Oregon only because DEQ
initiated this convenient option. The Oregon Legislature provided the statutory authority to DEQ and its commission to develop rules authorizing
remote OBD testing.
Communication about Financial Transactions
We will describe to DEQ the payment mechanism of how we compensate our telematics device provider (lease, sale, per usage fee or other financial payment).
If there are periodic payments, we will inform DEQ of the frequency (monthly, etc).
Partnerships with Other Companies
In participating in Oregon's DEQ Too program, we may partner with one or more companies to help implement the DEQ Too program or who may otherwise
interface with us or our telematics device providers regarding the DEQ Too program (our "Partner" or a "Partnership"). Example Partners include, but are
not limited to, Auto Dealership Associations, systems/software applications provider/integrator, etc. We will provide to DEQ a description of the nature of
any Partnership. Since we may change Partners or add some, if anything changes significantly in the nature of our type of Partnerships, we will inform DEQ
within 15 days of the change. DEQ may acknowledge that our company and our Partner companies are involved in the DEQ Too program. The form of
acknowledgement may include, but not be limited to, DEQ mentioning the partnership on the DEQ Too website. Within 15 days of a written request from DEQ, we
will provide to DEQ a list (or website link) of the names of our current Partners. If DEQ deems that our Partnership is not in the best interest of DEQ,
DEQ may elect to terminate this Agreement.
We have full responsibility to DEQ for the duties and obligations under this Agreement. We maintain full responsibility regardless of whether they are
performed by us or our Partners. If one or more of the following obligations are applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will
provide a copy of this agreement to the Partner and ensure the Partner:
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Complies with any and all of the obligations under the Program Obligations section
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
Advertising and Announcing our Participation in DEQ Too
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that the communication about the DEQ Too program is accurate and conforms with DEQ trademark
usage policies. If we advertise or externally announce our participation in DEQ Too as a Dealership, then we will provide to DEQ for DEQ review and
approval all communication content we, or our Partners, intend for explaining and advertising the use of our telematics device with Oregon's DEQ Too
program. This includes communication that we or our Partners intend to relay to any external audience that we are involved in remote OBD in the State of
Oregon. If DEQ does not provide a response to us within 15 days of receiving the material, then the communication content will be deemed approved. Such
communication related to the DEQ Too program includes, but is not limited to, the use of the DEQ Too logo and any written and verbal messaging to motorists
or Partners using mail, coupons, newspaper, magazines, computer/phone applications, texts, emails, newsletters, websites, blogs, TV, radio, social media,
etc. Any advertising we do about DEQ Too will reference the name of the program ("DEQ Too") and prominently display the DEQ Too logo (except when
advertising isn't visible such as over the radio). And our advertising will not solely be about emissions testing. After all, we are in business of selling
and leasing vehicles; not emissions testing.
DEQ will provide us an electronic copy of the DEQ Too design mark (logo) and grants to us the right to use the logo only after DEQ has placed us upon the
DEQ Too Business Participant List. The logo (which resembles an Oregon license plate) and the word mark ("DEQ Too™") are trademarks of DEQ and the
property of DEQ. We, and our Partners, shall use the logo and word mark in conformance with the Authorized Use of DEQ Too Trademarks document. Upon removal
of our company from the DEQ Too Business Participant List, we will immediately cease the use of the DEQ Too logo and word mark and ensure our Partners also
do so.
If and when we advertise or externally announce our participation in DEQ Too, we will always include a reference to the information available at
www.DEQToo.org and we will not claim to have an exclusive arrangement with DEQ to participate in DEQ Too or claim that
DEQ endorses any Business Participant over another. We will ensure our Partners also do so if they advertise about participation in DEQ Too.
DEQ Oversight
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that we are meeting these Terms and Conditions on an ongoing basis. Therefore, we authorize DEQ
personnel to come onto our business premises with or without providing us advance notification for the purpose of confirming compliance with these Terms
and Conditions. While DEQ personnel are on the property, we understand that they may or may not introduce themselves as being from the DEQ. Using our
devices only at the physical addresses we've enrolled into the DEQ Too program gives DEQ the capability necessary to provide this
oversight. Besides allowing physical visits from DEQ, we will respond within 15 days of a written request from DEQ for information regarding our adherence
to these Terms and Conditions.
OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Term of Agreement; Termination of Agreement.
This Agreement shall begin upon the date our company is added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List until December 31st of the year we were
added to the list. Each January 1, the Agreement will automatically renew for one year unless DEQ provides at least 30 days written notice to us or either
party otherwise terminates in accordance with this Agreement. The parties can terminate this Agreement as follows: (a) Either party can terminate this
agreement with 30 days notice at any time; (b) DEQ can terminate this agreement, or suspend acceptance of data transmitted from our devices, immediately
upon our failure to comply with the terms of this agreement; or (c) DEQ can terminate this agreement if it elects to discontinue or suspend the DEQ Too
Program for any reason. Without terminating the agreement, DEQ may, at any time, modify the Program Obligations of this Agreement. If DEQ does so, it will
provide notice to us and identify the modification. If we do not wish to continue after receiving notice of the modification of the Program Obligations, we
can terminate this agreement. Our continued use of the DEQ Too Program for longer than 30 days after we receive notice of the modification of the Program
Obligations means we have agreed to the new Program Obligation terms.
When this Agreement is terminated for any reason, (a) we must stop using the DEQ Too logo and (b) DEQ will remove us from the DEQ Too Business Participant
List and will no longer accept data transmitted from our devices.
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Assignment. Except as is expressly allowed below, we shall not assign this Agreement, in whole or in part, without DEQ's prior written consent,
which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Our assignment of this Agreement to a parent, affiliate, subsidiary or to a successor organization by
merger or acquisition does not require the consent of DEQ. The provisions of this Agreement will be binding upon and will inure to the benefit of any
successors and permitted assigns.
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Survival. Any provision of this Agreement which imposes an obligation after termination or expiration of this Agreement shall survive the
termination or expiration of this Agreement.
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Confidentiality. We acknowledge that, in the course of performing our responsibilities under this Agreement, we may be exposed to or acquire
information that is confidential to DEQ. Any information we receive or acquire relating to DEQ in the performance of this Agreement is deemed to be
confidential information of DEQ ("Confidential Information"), with the exception of (i) information that becomes part of the public
domain through lawful means and without breach of any confidentiality obligation by us; (ii) information subsequently and rightfully received from third
parties who have the necessary rights to transfer the information without any obligation of confidentiality; (iii)information that was known to us prior to
the effective date of the Agreement without obligation of confidentiality; (iv) information that is independently developed by us and documented in writing
without use of, or reference to, any confidential information of DEQ; and (v) information required to be disclosed by law.
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Indemnity. We shall indemnify and hold harmless DEQ, the State of Oregon, and their agents, officials and employees harmless from all claims,
demands, suits, actions, proceedings, losses, liabilities, damages, awards and costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees), which may be brought or made
against DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents, officials or employees and arising out of or related to any of the following (each, an "indemnifiable
loss"): (i) any personal injury, death or property damage caused by any alleged act, omission, error, fault, mistake or negligence of us, our employees,
agents, or representatives in connection with or incident to the use of our devices related to the Agreement; (ii) any act or omission by us that
constitutes a material breach of the Agreement, including any breach of warranty; or (iii) the infringement of any patent, copyright, trademark, trade
secret or other proprietary right of any third party related to our devices used under this Agreement. DEQ shall promptly notify us in writing of any
action, claim or demand of which DEQ becomes aware and which DEQ reasonably expects to result in an indemnifiable loss. Our obligation under this section
does not extend to any indemnifiable loss to the extent caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents,
officials or employees.
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Defense of Claims. To the extent we are required under this Agreement to defend DEQ against claims asserted by third parties, DEQ shall
reasonably cooperate in good faith, at our reasonable expense, in the defense of the claim and we shall select counsel reasonably acceptable to the Oregon
Attorney General to defend the claim and shall bear all costs of counsel. The Oregon Attorney General's acceptance of counsel may not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed. Counsel must accept appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General under ORS Chapter 180 before counsel may act in
the name of, or represent the interests of, the State of Oregon, DEQ, its officers, employees or agents. DEQ may elect to assume its own defense with an
attorney of its own choice and its own expense at any time DEQ determines important governmental interests are at stake. DEQ shall promptly provide notice
to us of any claim that may result in an obligation on the part of us to defend. Subject to these limitations, we may defend a claim with counsel of our
own choosing, on the condition that no settlement or compromise of any claim may occur without the consent of DEQ, which consent must not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed.
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Governing Law; Jurisdiction; Venue. This Agreement is to be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without
giving effect to its conflict of law principles, and applicable federal law. Any action or suit brought by the parties relating to this Agreement must be
brought and conducted exclusively in the Circuit Court of Marion County for the State of Oregon in Salem, Oregon, unless the claim must be brought in a
federal forum, in which case it must be brought and adjudicated exclusively within the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. We hereby
consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts, waive any objection to venue in these courts, and waive any claim that either of these courts is an
inconvenient forum. In no way may this section or any other term of this Agreement be construed as a waiver by the State of Oregon of any form of defense
or immunity, whether it is sovereign immunity, governmental immunity, immunity based on the Eleventh Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, or
otherwise, from any Claim or from the jurisdiction of any court.
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Not a part of DEQ. We shall not act as an agent or employee of DEQ.
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General Representations and Warranties. We represent and warrant to DEQ that (i) we have the power and authority to enter into and perform this
Agreement; (ii) this Agreement, when executed and delivered, will be a valid and binding obligation of us enforceable in accordance with its terms; (iii)
we will, at all times during the term of this Agreement, be qualified to do business in the State of Oregon.
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Limitation of Liability. In no event shall either party be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, lost data or other consequential or
incidental damages.
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Tax Compliance Certificate. Our company will provide to DEQ a signed tax compliance certification that certifies the following:
By executing this tax compliance certification, I certify under penalty of perjury that I am authorized to act on behalf of the Company and that, to the
best of my knowledge, we are not in violation of any Oregon Tax Laws. For purposes of this certification, "Oregon Tax Laws" means a state tax imposed by
ORS 320.005 to 320.150 (Miscellaneous Taxes) and ORS chapters 118 (Inheritance Tax), 314 (Income Tax), 316 (Personal Income Tax), 317 (Corporation Excise
Tax), 318 (Corporation Income Tax), 321 (Forest Products Tax) and 323 (Cigarettes And Tobacco Products Tax), and the elderly rental assistance program
under ORS 310.630 to 310.706; and any local taxes administered by the Department of Revenue under ORS 305.620.
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Liability Insurance. At all times while participating in the program:
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We agree to carry Commercial General Liability or Garage Liability insurance with a minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence for any number of claimants.
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If not otherwise covered by our liability insurance, we also agree to carry insurance that protects our company in the event of damage to vehicles under our custody.
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Notice and other Communication that is required of us under this Agreement will be provided in writing or email delivered to DEQ at the below
addresses:
DOCUMENTATION
We understand that DEQ will not include us on the DEQ Too Business Participant List without first receiving documentation demonstrating that we meet the
requirements of this program. Our documentation will be submitted within 7 days following our electronic submittal of the DEQ Too Business Participant
enrollment form using www.DEQToo.org. We understand that the final determination of our participation is made by DEQ and that DEQ's goal is to make
their determination within 30 days of receiving our documentation. DEQ will inform us in writing when we are added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List.
It's possible that we may not be able to provide to DEQ the items on the documentation list that have an asterisk until after we have an agreement
with a telematics provider. Since that agreement may not be achievable until after both parties have assurance that our company has documented all
the other items necessary to be placed on the DEQ Too Business Participant List. To assist with such assurance:
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When our company provides all the other documentation items within the required 7 day timeframe, we will identify to DEQ which of the items
with asterisks are not yet available due to the lack of an agreement with a telematics provider.
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DEQ will provide us with written communication indicating that once the items with asterisks are received by DEQ, our company can be added to the
DEQ Too Business Participant List and that we have 90 days from the date of DEQ's written communication to provide the items.
If our company does not submit the remaining items on time, DEQ will have insufficient documentation to add us the DEQ Too Business Participant
List. At that time, if we wish to attempt enrollment again, we may do so by submitting a new electronic form and starting the enrollment process
all over again.
We understand that the documentation must include, but may not be limited to:
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A written statement and signature making it clear to DEQ that the individual agreeing to the terms and conditions via the DEQ Too electronic
enrollment form has the authority to commit to the agreement on behalf of the company.
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Demonstrate (e.g. contract page showing both parties' signatures) how we are the company with which the telematics device provider(s) directly or
indirectly enters into agreement for us to lease, own and/or otherwise activate device.
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The physical address and operating name of each our participating business locations and
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the telematics device serial numbers assigned to each location.
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An operational contact name, telephone number and email address will be provided to DEQ for DEQ's internal use only.
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A customer service phone number and/or electronic address so that DEQ can provide this contact information upon request from our customers if/when
they experience difficulties with our device/process.
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A description of the payment mechanism to our telematics device provider (lease, purchase, per usage fee or other financial payment). We will
provide a description of any periodic payments (monthly, etc).
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The Certificate of Insurance.
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The signed Tax Compliance Certificate (DEQ provides the certificate needing our signature).
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Certification that our company is legally authorized to do business in the State of Oregon and has a current Dealer Vehicle Certification on file
with DMV.
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A description of the nature of any Partnerships that we currently have and their role(s). If one or more of the following obligations are
applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will provide DEQ with a written description and any accompanying documentation of
how we ensure the Partner:
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Complies with any and all of the obligations under the Program Obligations section
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
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If applicable, the initial communication content and methods we, or our Partners, intend for advertising or externally announcing that our
Dealership participates in Oregon's DEQ Too program.
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If applicable, materials demonstrating how our third-party user interface software is intended to work.
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Acknowledgement that we have received DEQ Too program training materials from our telematics device provider and the materials cover at least the
following:
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That DEQ Too only works for vehicles with an electronic vehicle identification number (E-VIN) which are typically model year vehicles 2005 and
newer.
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That Newer Model Year vehicles in Oregon (www.DEQToo.org/nmy) are not required to be tested. If they are
tested using DEQ Too, they will always be passed by DEQ and there is no charge for DEQ's E-Certificate.
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That vehicles registered to addresses outside of DEQ's boundary (
www.deq.state.or.us/VIP/default.aspx) are not required to be tested.
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The typical locations of the OBD port under in vehicles and how to use the DEQ Too website's port locator by vehicle type.
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How to ensure the key (including push-button ignition) is at least in the "On" position in order for the telematics device to work.
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How to plug-in and unplug the device.
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An understanding of the three messages the device communicates to user.
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The communication method(s) our device uses to communicate to user.
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That the DEQ Too program is used for two purposes; both of which are intended to help ensure vehicles are maintained properly for the betterment of
air quality and public health: a) to understand why a Check Engine Light is illuminated, and b) to meet DEQ's testing requirement.
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How ONLY DEQ (not our company) makes the pass/fail determination; utilizing the DEQ Too website.
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That the domain name for the DEQ Too website is www.DEQToo.org.
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How to retrieve results from the test on the DEQ Too website.
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Where to find and print the instructions associated with the result.
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How to pay for an E-Certificate using DEQ's E-Commerce payment system.
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The importance of and how to obtain a paper and/or electronic receipt from DEQ's E-Commerce payment system as it provides proof in case there is a
discrepancy.
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How to print an E-Certificate containing our dealership name and unique QR code.
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As with a regular DEQ Clean Air Certificate, how the printed E-Certificate is used as proof of passing DEQ's test and DMV's registration items are
received in one of two methods:
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Dealerships participating in DMV's Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR), receive vehicle registration plates and stickers from the EVR program.
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Dealerships not participating in the EVR program, receive vehicle registration plates and stickers from DMV; either through the mail or in-person
at a DMV field office.
E-Certificates cannot be used for any DMV or DEQ transaction at a DEQ Clean Air Station.
Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program
Terms and Conditions for:
Company with a Fleet of Vehicles
(Version 1/24/2017)
This is an agreement ("Agreement") between my company and the State of Oregon acting by and through the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
setting forth the obligations of the parties for our participation in Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program as a Company with a Fleet of Vehicles.
BACKGROUND SECTION
DEQ Develops and Implements Oregon's Air Pollution Control Reduction Strategies
With the oversight of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Oregon Legislature and the Environmental Quality Commission (EQC), Oregon's
air pollution control strategies are established and implemented by the DEQ. Such strategies include, but are not limited to, permitting, inspections,
enforcement, area-specific planning and strategy development, monitoring and measuring, voluntary, financial assistance and incentive programs. DEQ's
Vehicle Inspection Program (VIP) is an air pollution reduction strategy involving the periodic inspection of vehicles which is enforced by denying
registration until a vehicle passes the inspection.
Program Effectiveness
The Oregon Legislature has determined that, in the best interest of the state of Oregon, vehicles are to be required to have their emissions tested within
certain time periods, certain geographic areas and certain model year ranges. The effectiveness of Oregon's VIP program is periodically evaluated and the
program is considered one of the most effective vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. A great example of Oregon's approach is that the State
does not allow a repair waiver. In the vast majority of states, if a vehicle fails an emissions test, the vehicle owner needs only to produce a receipt
that a certain amount of money was spent (some are as low as $150) on repairs and then it can receive registration renewal. This exemption, referred to as
a "repair waiver", means that excessively polluting vehicles are allowed to continue operating in these other states after failing the emissions test and
receiving just a partial repair. Oregon does not have a repair waiver program, so vehicles that fail DEQ's test must be fully repaired and are not allowed
to continue causing excessive air pollution. DEQ does have a financial assistance program to help motorists who cannot afford to fix their vehicle. As a
result of VIP's effectiveness, the Portland and Medford areas have not exceeded the federal standards for ozone or carbon monoxide (CO) in several years.
In addition to the VIP program continuing to help reduce ozone and CO concentrations - even as Oregon's population increases - the program also helps to
reduce fine particulate, greenhouse gases, and air toxics.
Program Efficiency
Besides its effectiveness, the efficiency of Oregon's VIP program is also regularly evaluated. From self-service kiosks and testing vehicles on an auto
dealer's lot, to issuing registration stickers for a unique DEQ/DMV one-stop-shopping experience - Oregon's VIP is considered one of the most innovative,
convenient and efficient vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. With DEQ Too, Oregon is now taking efficiency to a whole new level by adding to
VIP's range of convenient testing options from which motorists can choose.
The DEQ Too Test Method is Not about Expanding the Reach of the VIP Program
DEQ's authority for the VIP program is established by the Oregon legislature and the program's scope is limited in several ways; including those mentioned
below. DEQ cannot and does not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done outside of testing boundaries, model year range,
or registration renewal period:
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Must Test only within certain Geographic Boundaries.
Vehicles must be registered or registering inside specific geographic boundaries in the Portland-Metro and the Medford-Ashland areas.
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Must Test only within certain Model Year Ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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Must Test only within specified Registration Renewal Period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is all about program efficiency; it's a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use or not use. DEQ Too's objective is not about modifying the program's reach; it does not expand the limited scope of the VIP program. So the DEQ Too test method falls squarely
under VIP's limited scope just the same as the existing test methods; inspector-conducted tests at Clean Air Stations, the inspector-conducted tests on the
lot of auto dealerships, and the inspector-assisted tests when motorists use self-service kiosks. As such, all of VIP's test methods are limited
to the exact same testing boundaries, the same model year ranges and the same registration renewal periods.
It is understood that some vehicles registered outside the established boundaries, outside the model year ranges or outside of their renewal periods can
also be in need of emissions system repair. And, in fact, motorists with such vehicles can voluntarily use any of DEQ's test methods which may result in
the motorist electing to repair the vehicle. It is also understood that businesses have and use non-DEQ Too approved equipment and methodologies, and use
conditions and incentives to diagnose and repair vehicles outside of the scope of the VIP program. But DEQ Too, like all the test methods in the VIP
program, does not and will not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done in such "voluntary"
circumstances. It is critical that the VIP program scope remains consistently within its legislative directive across all VIP test methods. DEQ
Too-approved equipment and methodologies are strictly a part of DEQ's provision of a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use
or not use.
Therefore testing equipment (e.g. telematics device, cable, display screen) and methodologies (e.g. audio, visual, software, app, website) that are
officially approved for the purpose of DEQ Too program participation must not be associated with or used in any manner which places
required conditions upon or provides incentive (financial or otherwise) to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair
Oregon registered vehicles:
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That are intended for registration outside of the authorized Portland-Metro and Medford-Ashland geographic boundaries.
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That are outside of the authorized model year ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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That are outside of their registration renewal period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is Oregon's Newest Vehicle Emissions Testing Option
In Oregon, motorists refer to the smog test as "Going through DEQ" (Department of Environmental Quality). While DEQ offers several convenient Clean Air
Station locations, our average wait time is less than 10 minutes, and we provide weekend and evening hours, we understand it can still be a challenge for
our operations to match up with everyone's specific needs. That is why we started allowing for another testing option to evolve in 2016. Everyone likes
choices. Take the evolution of the banking industry where business was conducted only with in-person tellers at first, then ATM machines were introduced
and now banking can also be completed using the internet. Similarly, with DEQ, motorists can receive an emissions test with in-person inspectors or
self-service machines at our stations and now testing can also be completed using the internet.
The internet option is called DEQ Too and involves the motorist voluntarily authorizing On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) data to be remotely transmitted from
their vehicle to DEQ. Instead of visiting a Clean Air Station, motorists test their vehicle at locations they are driving to already. While taking care of
their other car needs at such places, they can take care of their DEQ too. Participating businesses (Hosts of Device-Borrowing Locations) will
lend motorists a telematics testing device to plug into their car and return it a couple of minutes later. The car's OBD data will be immediately
transmitted to DEQ and then at the motorist's convenience they can use their smart phone or other device to check results. They'll be able to view
diagnostic trouble codes if their Check Engine light is on. Or, if all looks good to pass DEQ's emissions test, they can order their DMV (Driver and Motor
Vehicle Services Division, a branch of the Oregon Department of Transportation) stickers online which will arrive in the mail within as few as 3 business
days.
Telematics devices manufactured into a vehicle's system to provide turn-by-turn navigation, roadside and stolen vehicle assistance, etc., can also transmit
OBD data. In addition, auto fleet services, usage-based auto insurance programs, and other applications utilize after-market Telematics devices which can
also transmit OBD data. DEQ will accept data transmitted from these types of continuously connected devices as well. While originally intended for other
uses, these can be used for DEQ too.
Auto dealership companies and companies operating a fleet of vehicles will also be able to use telematics devices to test their multiple vehicles without
visiting a Clean Air Station.
The bottom line is that DEQ wants to ensure motorists and companies have multiple testing options and can decide what's best for them in their particular
situation at any given time. The DEQ Too option saves time and fuel; and even helps reduce air pollution.
DEQ Makes the Determination of Test Results
The Department's Environmental Quality Commission authorizes remote, self-service testing via Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358(1). DEQ is the only
entity authorized to determine and provide the emissions testing results to vehicle owners.
The 2 Types of Telematics Devices
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Continuously Connected
vehicle telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "C-type" device). This device is one that is continuously connected,
24/7 to one vehicle. These C-type devices are either built-in to the vehicle's system during auto manufacturing or plugged-in after-market. By
comparison, the other telematics device (S-type) can be shared for use by multiple vehicles.
The C-type device has a primary objective other than transmitting OBD data to DEQ. Examples of after-market C-type devices include use by
auto fleets to optimize driving routes and maintenance schedules and by usage-based auto insurance programs to help motorists achieve lower
premiums. Key purposes of built-in, C-type devices are roadside assistance, stolen vehicle assistance, turn-by-turn navigation, hands-free calling,
etc. Regardless of their primary purpose, these continuously connected devices can also capture OBD data and so they can be used
for DEQ too.
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Shared
telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "S-type" device). A S-type is an after-market plug-in device that can be shared for use by
multiple vehicles; one vehicle at a time. By comparison, the other telematics device (C-type) is continuously connected to and used by only one
vehicle.
The objective of the S-type device is for use with multiple vehicles to transmit a snapshot of each vehicle's OBD data to DEQ. The general public
would use S-type devices by borrowing them from participating Device-Borrowing Locations that exist for a primary purpose other than transmitting
OBD data. For example, if a gas station participated as a Host, their primary purpose is for motorists to refuel their vehicle. However, by briefly
borrowing the device, motorists could take care of their DEQ too while they are refueling.
The 5 Types of Business Participants
DEQ Too relies on an open market approach whereby voluntary participation in a given role is open to any company that meets certain terms and conditions.
Each business participant type and role is as follows:
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C-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the vehicle(s) owner enters into the original agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective C-Type Device Providers that provide at least one primary service that has shown specific and
sustained demand for the service for the last 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any C-Type Device Provider has a
proven, sustainable primary service that necessitates a 24/7 continuous connection, rather than becoming a telematics company that goes into
business solely to test vehicles. S-Type Device Providers serve in that role via Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets. The sustained demand for
the service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by the prospective C-Type Device Provider itself. It can be demonstrated by any company.
For example, a new telematics device for Usage-Based Insurance would not need to demonstrate that there's a sustained demand for such a service.
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S-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the Host, Auto Dealership and/or Fleet enters into an agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter S-Type Device agreements with companies that have met specific, technical and sustained demand for the use of OBD plug-in
equipment for the last 12 months. This experience demonstrates that the company successfully and actively oversees the quality and technical
support of the OBD-related equipment it provides. In an open-market system like DEQ Too, such experience is in the Program's best interest to
make certain that the Program itself maintains quality standards to ensure long term viability of the program.
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Hosts
own or operate a business that will act as a Device-Borrowing Location that has an S-type device that is used on location voluntarily by a motorist
or by the Host on behalf of the volunteering motorist. The objective is to allow transmission of OBD data to DEQ from the business location. Having
the S-type device is in addition to the business' primary product(s)/service(s). Examples of possible Device-Borrowing Locations include, but are
not limited to: gas station, auto service, repair, parts and car washing companies.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective Hosts that provide at least one primary service or product that has shown specific and sustained
demand for the service/product for at least 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any Host has a proven, sustainable
primary service or product, rather than becoming a business location solely for testing vehicles. That service already exists with the testing
service that DEQ provides at its Clean Air Stations. The sustained demand for the product/service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by
the prospective Host itself. It can be demonstrated by any company. For example, a new gas station would not need to demonstrate that there's a
sustained demand for such a product.
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Companies with a Fleet of vehicles voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data from the vehicles they own/operate to DEQ and
subsequently retrieve results from the DEQ Too website.
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Auto Dealerships
voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data to DEQ from the vehicles they have in inventory to sell/lease and subsequently retrieve results
from the DEQ Too website.
When a company enrolls to participate and meets the terms and conditions for one of the above roles, DEQ places them on one of the five list-types as an
"Official DEQ Too Business Participant". When a general public vehicle owner voluntarily uses a telematics device to transmit OBD data to DEQ, they do not
need to enroll with DEQ Too in advance, but they must agree to certain terms and conditions on the website before results will be shown.
The S-type Telematics Design Requirements Encourage Widespread Distribution of Testing Devices
The Oregon DEQ Too program relies on a free-enterprise, open-market approach whereby the vehicle emissions test can be performed remotely at multiple
business locations and the telematics test equipment can vary from location to location; depending on the equipment provider. A primary goal of DEQ in
creating the terms and conditions for the S-type telematics device provider is to encourage widespread distribution of the testing devices;
especially for the general public. To meet this goal, DEQ enters into agreements with providers who can deliver S-type devices and
methodologies that work well in any type of DEQ Too testing business environment.
To ensure widespread distribution of testing devices, all S-type devices and methodologies are built primarily for less experienced users. Requiring
consistent features and user-friendliness for the less experienced users will also work for the more experienced users. Also, all S-type devices and
methodologies are built to primarily support workplace environments which are fast-pace, high-volume, with individual employees serving multiple customers
at the same time, across multiple point-of-service locations. If the devices and methodologies can function well under those types of working conditions,
then they will also function well in lower paced, lower volume type of conditions. Ensuring the devices and methodologies are built in this manner helps
achieve and maintain compliance with Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358. Namely, the emissions test needs to be such that it can be performed in any
environment by either the vehicle owner or by a representative, on behalf of the vehicle owner.
Therefore, DEQ utilizes certain terms and conditions under the Obligations section of the S-Type Telematics Device Provider Terms and Conditions that
ensure the testing equipment and process recognizes and/or accommodates high pace/volume businesses:
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By ensuring that the testing equipment/processes provides consistent features for motorists so they can easily use the equipment at any DEQ Too
participating business, regardless of which S-type provider made the device.
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Which are accustomed to their customers remaining inside their vehicle while on the business' location. (For example, in Oregon, motorists are not
allowed to pump their own fuel at a gas station)
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Which use individual employees to serve multiple customers at the same time, across multiple point-of-service locations.
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Where the testing equipment will not necessarily be available at every point-of-service location on the premises.
Due to all of these business characteristics, when the testing equipment is not in use it should be in a location that does not require the
business' employees to deviate from or interrupt their normal path of service delivery. Therefore DEQ has certain design and process requirements
for S-Type devices:
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They must be small and mobile enough for employees to carry in a pocket of pants/shorts/shirt/jacket, on a belt clip/holster or on a breakaway
lanyard around their neck.
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They must make for a smooth and uncomplicated passing back and forth through a car window; ergonomically built for ease of holding with one hand.
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They must be capable to be used in a process that takes limited and quick action from start to finish while the motorist is on the business'
premises.
Vehicle Owners will Obtain Results Using the DEQ Too Website
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The vehicle owner will enter their license plate or VIN to display their test results.
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If the vehicle is "Unready", the website will indicate what that means.
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If DEQ has failed the vehicle (Check Engine Light has been commanded "ON"), the website will indicate why and provide a link to DEQ's Recognized
Auto Repair Shops.
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Once the vehicle has passed the test, the owner will pay DEQ's certification fee via the website.
Administrative process for Fleets using the DEQ Too Program
Companies with a fleet of vehicles must obtain a paper certificate entitled a "DEQ Clean Air Certificate" as proof that the vehicle has passed DEQ's test.
If and when a fleet chooses to use the online DEQ Too program, once the vehicle passes DEQ and the fleet pays for their electronic certificate, that
E-Certificate will contain the name of the fleet company and a uniquely generated QR code for security and auditing purposes. As with a paper Clean Air
Certificate, the E-Certificate is used for proof of passing DEQ's test in the following ways; depending on the type of fleet:
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DMV-Registered-Fleets receive and maintain "Permanent Fleet" license plates from DMV. DMV has a registration renewal process specifically for
these privately owned Permanent Fleet companies. While the process includes submittal of a printed E-Certificate to DMV, it does not include
renewal stickers nor does it include online renewal with DMV.
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For vehicle's that are a part of a private company's fleet, but not a part of DMV-Registered-Fleets, renewal is required and these fleets'
license plates do use registration renewal stickers. The renewal process includes submittal of a printed E-Certificate to DMV when these fleets
renew registration through the mail or in-person at a DMV field office. A printout of the E-Certificate is not necessary when these fleets
renew online with DMV.
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For vehicles that are a part of a governmental fleet (E-Plate), no DMV registration renewal is required, but the emissions test is still
required so DEQ needs the proof of passing. DEQ will view the governmental fleet's E-Certificates online to verify that vehicles have passed
the emissions test.
E-Certificates cannot be used for any DMV or DEQ transaction at a DEQ Clean Air Station.
PROGRAM OBLIGATIONS
On behalf of my company, I agree to the following terms and conditions:
Company with a Fleet of Vehicles
We are a company with multiple vehicles that directly or indirectly enters into a lease, purchase or other type of financial agreement with telematics
device provider(s) on the current DEQ Too Business Participant List for the purpose of testing our own vehicles, and:
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We will provide to DEQ the physical address of each of our participating business locations along with the telematics device serial numbers
assigned to each location.
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Our S-type device(s) will only be used at the physical addresses provided to DEQ. If we use C-type devices, the OBD data will be
transmitted from wherever the vehicle is at the time of the test.
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We will inform DEQ in advance if a device is no longer being used and/or replaced by another, if they are being relocated to one of our other
property addresses, or if the device is missing.
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If we have business locations operating under this agreement using different names than our umbrella company name, we will provide the business
location name associated with each address.
Testing the Vehicle
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We will only test vehicles that are owned and operated by our company.
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We will not test a vehicle if we notice any visible smoke coming from the tailpipe. In those cases, we will use a different
emissions testing option that is conducted by a DEQ inspector.
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We understand that for purpose of consistency across the DEQ Too program, and consistency with the Clean Air Station testing, when it is the
customary time for us to test one of our vehicles, we will transmit data to DEQ even if we first recognize that the vehicle's Check Engine Light
(MIL) is on or the vehicle is "Unready".
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If we have the capability of clearing MIL/DTCs, we understand that without proper repair, such action does not help vehicles pass emissions
testing.
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Our company will not:
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Refer to the testing device as "Oregon's device", or "DEQ's device" or anything similar. The device is ours; not DEQ's.
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Adhere to or etch into the device the DEQ Too logo the words "Oregon", "DEQ" or "Too".
Tampering with or Altering OBD Systems is a Violation of the Federal Clean Air Act
Our company understands that it is a violation of Section 203(a)(3) of the Federal Clean Air Act to tamper with or to alter an OBD system from its original
equipment configuration. We will not alter the OBD System on any vehicle and we will not alter any data transmission from any vehicle's OBD system.
Strictly Within Scope of VIP Program and Only DEQ Makes Compliance Determination
As described in the Agreement's Background section, we will not allow our DEQ Too-approved equipment and methodology to be used in any manner
which places required conditions upon or provides incentive to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair
Oregon registered vehicles which are outside the scope of the VIP Program. The compliance determination comes solely from DEQ via the DEQ Too
website; not our company.
DEQ Too Electronic Certificate Security Feature
The E-Certificates we purchase and print from the DEQ Too website contain a QR code (Quick Response machine-readable optical label). The certificates are
unique to our company and to each unique VIN in our fleet of vehicles. The QR code makes it more secure and efficient for scanning and auditing purposes.
Maintaining Awareness of how the DEQ Too program works overall
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring the DEQ Too program works properly for companies with a fleet of vehicles. Therefore, our device
provider will provide us with training materials to become aware and maintain awareness of how the DEQ Too program works overall. Our device provider will
use a manual, a video, hands-on or some similar training method or combination of methods. DEQ provides the minimum training content to all device
providers and that content is described in the documentation section of this agreement which will also be referenced in any agreement between our company
and our device provider.
Third-Party User Interface Software
If we elect to use third-party user interface software instead of, or in addition to, using the official DEQ Too website, we understand that:
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DEQ does not require that we use any interface software, the DEQ Too website can work for our company as a standalone system, and we will still
receive and review the minimum training about the DEQ Too website (as described in the preceding section).
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The software provider is considered our Partner as described under the "Partnerships with Other Companies" obligation section. Prior to using the
software, we, or our Partner on our behalf, will first receive DEQ's approval. After demonstrating to DEQ how the interface software works, DEQ
will have up to 30 days to indicate what changes, if any, are required.
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DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that features of the DEQ Too website and program are represented in a certain manner to all users. Therefore,
DEQ's review includes, but is not be limited to, the following:
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The third-party's methodology aligns with the intent of any portions of this Agreement.
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All the data entry that the DEQ Too website receives via the user interface is authorized by our company and is done as DEQ requires.
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All the output and communication we receive from the DEQ Too website via the user interface is authorized by our company and is done as DEQ
requires. This especially includes indication that test results have been determined solely by DEQ.
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If any mobile display screen device is used as part of the provider's methodology to complete transactions with the DEQ Too website, then its
outermost edges, including any protective casing (built-in or otherwise), shall have the following maximum dimensions:
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6¼ inches long
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3¼ inches wide
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1¼ inch thick
These dimensions do not apply to any peripheral equipment designed to charge, store or carry the display screen.
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Any problems caused by the software are the responsibility of the software provider.
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The software provider does not indicate to our company that they created the remote OBD testing option in Oregon. The software displays the DEQ Too
logo on any user screen that contains vehicle emissions testing activity. Note: The testing method is made possible in Oregon only because DEQ
initiated this convenient option. The Oregon Legislature provided the statutory authority to DEQ and its commission to develop rules authorizing
remote OBD testing.
Communication about Financial Transactions
We will describe to DEQ the payment mechanism of how we compensate our telematics device provider (lease, sale, per usage fee or other financial payment).
If there are periodic payments, we will inform DEQ of the frequency (monthly, etc).
Partnerships with Other Companies
In participating in Oregon's DEQ Too program, we may partner with one or more companies to help implement the DEQ Too program or who may otherwise
interface with us or our telematics device providers regarding the DEQ Too program (our "Partner" or a "Partnership"). Example Partners include, but are
not limited to, industry associations, systems/software applications provider/integrator, etc. We will provide to DEQ a description of the nature of any
Partnership. Since we may change Partners or add some, if anything changes significantly in the nature of our type of Partnerships, we will inform DEQ
within 15 days of the change. DEQ may acknowledge that our company and our Partner companies are involved in the DEQ Too program. The form of
acknowledgement may include, but not be limited to, DEQ mentioning the partnership on the DEQ Too website. Within 15 days of a written request from DEQ, we
will provide to DEQ a list (or website link) of the names of our current Partners. If DEQ deems that our Partnership is not in the best interest of DEQ,
DEQ may elect to terminate this Agreement.
We have full responsibility to DEQ for the duties and obligations under this Agreement. We maintain full responsibility regardless of whether they are
performed by us or our Partners. If one or more of the following obligations are applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will
provide a copy of this agreement to the Partner and ensure the Partner:
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Complies with any and all of the obligations under the Program Obligations section
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
Advertising and Announcing our Participation in DEQ Too
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that the communication about the DEQ Too program is accurate and conforms with DEQ trademark
usage policies. If we advertise or externally announce our participation in DEQ Too, then we will provide to DEQ for DEQ review and approval all
communication content we, or our Partners, intend for explaining and advertising the use of our telematics device with Oregon's DEQ Too program. This
includes communication that we or our Partners intend to relay to any external audience that we are involved in remote OBD in the State of Oregon. If DEQ
does not provide a response to us within 15 days of receiving the material, then the communication content will be deemed approved. Such communication
related to the DEQ Too program includes, but is not limited to, the use of the DEQ Too logo and any written and verbal messaging to motorists or Partners
using mail, coupons, newspaper, magazines, computer/phone applications, texts, emails, newsletters, websites, blogs, TV, radio, social media, etc. Any
advertising we do about DEQ Too will reference the name of the program ("DEQ Too") and prominently display the DEQ Too logo (except when advertising isn't
visible such as over the radio). And our advertising will not solely be about emissions testing. After all, we are in business for our primary product(s)
and/or service(s) which is what we normally advertise about.
DEQ will provide us an electronic copy of the DEQ Too design mark (logo) and grants to us the right to use the logo only after DEQ has placed us upon the
DEQ Too Business Participant List. The logo (which resembles an Oregon license plate) and the word mark ("DEQ Too™") are trademarks of DEQ and the
property of DEQ. We, and our Partners, shall use the logo and word mark in conformance with the Authorized Use of DEQ Too Trademarks document. Upon removal
of our company from the DEQ Too Business Participant List, we will immediately cease the use of the DEQ Too logo and word mark and ensure our Partners also
do so.
If and when we advertise or externally announce our participation in DEQ Too, we will always include a reference to the information available at
www.DEQToo.org and we will not claim to have an exclusive arrangement with DEQ to participate in DEQ Too or claim that
DEQ endorses any Business Participant over another. We will ensure our Partners also do so if they advertise about participation in DEQ Too.
DEQ Oversight
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that we are meeting these Terms and Conditions on an ongoing basis. Therefore, we authorize DEQ
personnel to come onto our business premises with or without providing us advance notification for the purpose of confirming compliance with these Terms
and Conditions. While DEQ personnel are on the property, we understand that they may or may not introduce themselves as being from the DEQ. Using our
devices only at the physical addresses we've enrolled into the DEQ Too program gives DEQ the capability necessary to provide this
oversight. Besides allowing physical visits from DEQ, we will respond within 15 days of a written request from DEQ for information regarding our adherence
to these Terms and Conditions.
OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Term of Agreement; Termination of Agreement.
This Agreement shall begin upon the date our company is added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List until December 31st of the year we were
added to the list. Each January 1, the Agreement will automatically renew for one year unless DEQ provides at least 30 days written notice to us or either
party otherwise terminates in accordance with this Agreement. The parties can terminate this Agreement as follows: (a) Either party can terminate this
agreement with 30 days notice at any time; (b) DEQ can terminate this agreement, or suspend acceptance of data transmitted from our devices, immediately
upon our failure to comply with the terms of this agreement; or (c) DEQ can terminate this agreement if it elects to discontinue or suspend the DEQ Too
Program for any reason. Without terminating the agreement, DEQ may, at any time, modify the Program Obligations of this Agreement. If DEQ does so, it will
provide notice to us and identify the modification. If we do not wish to continue after receiving notice of the modification of the Program Obligations, we
can terminate this agreement. Our continued use of the DEQ Too Program for longer than 30 days after we receive notice of the modification of the Program
Obligations means we have agreed to the new Program Obligation terms.
When this Agreement is terminated for any reason, (a) we must stop using the DEQ Too logo and (b) DEQ will remove us from the DEQ Too Business Participant
List and will no longer accept data transmitted from our devices.
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Assignment. Except as is expressly allowed below, we shall not assign this Agreement, in whole or in part, without DEQ's prior written consent,
which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Our assignment of this Agreement to a parent, affiliate, subsidiary or to a successor organization by
merger or acquisition does not require the consent of DEQ. The provisions of this Agreement will be binding upon and will inure to the benefit of any
successors and permitted assigns.
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Survival. Any provision of this Agreement which imposes an obligation after termination or expiration of this Agreement shall survive the
termination or expiration of this Agreement.
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Confidentiality. We acknowledge that, in the course of performing our responsibilities under this Agreement, we may be exposed to or acquire
information that is confidential to DEQ. Any information we receive or acquire relating to DEQ in the performance of this Agreement is deemed to be
confidential information of DEQ ("Confidential Information"), with the exception of (i) information that becomes part of the public
domain through lawful means and without breach of any confidentiality obligation by us; (ii) information subsequently and rightfully received from third
parties who have the necessary rights to transfer the information without any obligation of confidentiality; (iii)information that was known to us prior to
the effective date of the Agreement without obligation of confidentiality; (iv) information that is independently developed by us and documented in writing
without use of, or reference to, any confidential information of DEQ; and (v) information required to be disclosed by law.
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Indemnity. We shall indemnify and hold harmless DEQ, the State of Oregon, and their agents, officials and employees harmless from all claims,
demands, suits, actions, proceedings, losses, liabilities, damages, awards and costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees), which may be brought or made
against DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents, officials or employees and arising out of or related to any of the following (each, an "indemnifiable
loss"): (i) any personal injury, death or property damage caused by any alleged act, omission, error, fault, mistake or negligence of us, our employees,
agents, or representatives in connection with or incident to the use of our devices related to the Agreement; (ii) any act or omission by us that
constitutes a material breach of the Agreement, including any breach of warranty; or (iii) the infringement of any patent, copyright, trademark, trade
secret or other proprietary right of any third party related to our devices used under this Agreement. DEQ shall promptly notify us in writing of any
action, claim or demand of which DEQ becomes aware and which DEQ reasonably expects to result in an indemnifiable loss. Our obligation under this section
does not extend to any indemnifiable loss to the extent caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents,
officials or employees.
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Defense of Claims. To the extent we are required under this Agreement to defend DEQ against claims asserted by third parties, DEQ shall
reasonably cooperate in good faith, at our reasonable expense, in the defense of the claim and we shall select counsel reasonably acceptable to the Oregon
Attorney General to defend the claim and shall bear all costs of counsel. The Oregon Attorney General's acceptance of counsel may not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed. Counsel must accept appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General under ORS Chapter 180 before counsel may act in
the name of, or represent the interests of, the State of Oregon, DEQ, its officers, employees or agents. DEQ may elect to assume its own defense with an
attorney of its own choice and its own expense at any time DEQ determines important governmental interests are at stake. DEQ shall promptly provide notice
to us of any claim that may result in an obligation on the part of us to defend. Subject to these limitations, we may defend a claim with counsel of our
own choosing, on the condition that no settlement or compromise of any claim may occur without the consent of DEQ, which consent must not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed.
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Governing Law; Jurisdiction; Venue. This Agreement is to be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without
giving effect to its conflict of law principles, and applicable federal law. Any action or suit brought by the parties relating to this Agreement must be
brought and conducted exclusively in the Circuit Court of Marion County for the State of Oregon in Salem, Oregon, unless the claim must be brought in a
federal forum, in which case it must be brought and adjudicated exclusively within the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. We hereby
consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts, waive any objection to venue in these courts, and waive any claim that either of these courts is an
inconvenient forum. In no way may this section or any other term of this Agreement be construed as a waiver by the State of Oregon of any form of defense
or immunity, whether it is sovereign immunity, governmental immunity, immunity based on the Eleventh Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, or
otherwise, from any Claim or from the jurisdiction of any court.
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Not a part of DEQ. We shall not act as an agent or employee of DEQ.
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General Representations and Warranties. We represent and warrant to DEQ that (i) we have the power and authority to enter into and perform this
Agreement; (ii) this Agreement, when executed and delivered, will be a valid and binding obligation of us enforceable in accordance with its terms; (iii)
we will, at all times during the term of this Agreement, be qualified to do business in the State of Oregon.
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Limitation of Liability. In no event shall either party be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, lost data or other consequential or
incidental damages.
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Tax Compliance Certificate. Our company will provide to DEQ a signed tax compliance certification that certifies the following:
By executing this tax compliance certification, I certify under penalty of perjury that I am authorized to act on behalf of the Company and that, to the
best of my knowledge, we are not in violation of any Oregon Tax Laws. For purposes of this certification, "Oregon Tax Laws" means a state tax imposed by
ORS 320.005 to 320.150 (Miscellaneous Taxes) and ORS chapters 118 (Inheritance Tax), 314 (Income Tax), 316 (Personal Income Tax), 317 (Corporation Excise
Tax), 318 (Corporation Income Tax), 321 (Forest Products Tax) and 323 (Cigarettes And Tobacco Products Tax), and the elderly rental assistance program
under ORS 310.630 to 310.706; and any local taxes administered by the Department of Revenue under ORS 305.620.
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Liability Insurance. At all times while participating in the program:
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We agree to carry Commercial General Liability or Garage Liability insurance with a minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence for any number of claimants.
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If not otherwise covered by our liability insurance, we also agree to carry insurance that protects our company in the event of damage to vehicles under our custody.
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Notice and other Communication that is required of us under this Agreement will be provided in writing or email delivered to DEQ at the below
addresses:
DOCUMENTATION
We understand that DEQ will not include us on the DEQ Too Business Participant List without first receiving documentation demonstrating that we meet the
requirements of this program. Our documentation will be submitted within 7 days following our electronic submittal of the DEQ Too Business Participant
enrollment form using www.DEQToo.org. We understand that the final determination of our participation is made by DEQ and that DEQ's goal is to make
their determination within 30 days of receiving our documentation. DEQ will inform us in writing when we are added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List.
It's possible that we may not be able to provide to DEQ the items on the documentation list that have an asterisk until after we have an agreement
with a telematics provider. Since that agreement may not be achievable until after both parties have assurance that our company has documented all
the other items necessary to be placed on the DEQ Too Business Participant List. To assist with such assurance:
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When our company provides all the other documentation items within the required 7 day timeframe, we will identify to DEQ which of the items
with asterisks are not yet available due to the lack of an agreement with a telematics provider.
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DEQ will provide us with written communication indicating that once the items with asterisks are received by DEQ, our company can be added to the
DEQ Too Business Participant List and that we have 90 days from the date of DEQ's written communication to provide the items.
If our company does not submit the remaining items on time, DEQ will have insufficient documentation to add us the DEQ Too Business Participant
List. At that time, if we wish to attempt enrollment again, we may do so by submitting a new electronic form and starting the enrollment process
all over again.
We understand that the documentation must include, but may not be limited to:
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A written statement and signature making it clear to DEQ that the individual agreeing to the terms and conditions via the DEQ Too electronic
enrollment form has the authority to commit to the agreement on behalf of the company.
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Demonstrate (e.g. contract page showing both parties' signatures) how we are the company with which the telematics device provider(s) directly or
indirectly enters into agreement for us to lease, own and/or otherwise activate device.
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The physical address and operating name of each our participating business locations and the *telematics device serial numbers
assigned to each location.
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An operational contact name, telephone number and email address will be provided to DEQ for DEQ's internal use only.
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A customer service phone number and/or electronic address so that DEQ can provide this contact information upon request from our customers if/when
they experience difficulties with our device/process.
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A description of the payment mechanism to our telematics device provider (lease, purchase, per usage fee or other financial payment). We will
provide a description of any periodic payments (monthly, etc).
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The Certificate of Insurance.
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The signed Tax Compliance Certificate (DEQ provides the certificate needing our signature).
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Certification that our company is legally authorized to do business in the State of Oregon.
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A description of the nature of any Partnerships that we currently have and their role(s). If one or more of the following obligations are
applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will provide DEQ with a written description and any accompanying documentation of
how we ensure the Partner:
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Complies with any and all of the obligations under the Program Obligations section
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
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If applicable, the initial communication content and methods we, or our Partners, intend for advertising or externally announcing that our company
participates in Oregon's DEQ Too program.
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If applicable, materials demonstrating how our third-party user interface software is intended to work.
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Acknowledgement that we have received DEQ Too program training materials from our telematics device provider and the materials cover at least the
following:
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That DEQ Too only works for vehicles with an electronic vehicle identification number (E-VIN) which are typically model year vehicles 2005 and
newer.
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That Newer Model Year vehicles in Oregon (www.DEQToo.org/nmy) are not required to be tested. If they are
tested using DEQ Too, they will always be passed by DEQ and there is no charge for DEQ's E-Certificate.
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That vehicles registered to addresses outside of DEQ's boundary (
www.deq.state.or.us/VIP/default.aspx) are not required to be tested.
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The typical locations of the OBD port under in vehicles and how to use the DEQ Too website's port locator by vehicle type.
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How to ensure the key (including push-button ignition) is at least in the "On" position in order for the telematics device to work.
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How to plug-in and unplug the device.
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An understanding of the three messages the device communicates to user.
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The communication method(s) our device uses to communicate to user.
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That the DEQ Too program is used for two purposes; both of which are intended to help ensure vehicles are maintained properly for the betterment of
air quality and public health: a) to understand why a Check Engine Light is illuminated, and b) to meet DEQ's testing requirement in order to
maintain DMV vehicle registration.
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How ONLY DEQ (not our company) makes the pass/fail determination; utilizing the DEQ Too website.
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That the domain name for the DEQ Too website is www.DEQToo.org.
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How to retrieve test results from vehicles within our fleet using the DEQ Too website.
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Where to find and print the instructions associated with the result.
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How to pay for an E-Certificate using DEQ's E-Commerce payment system.
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The importance of and how to obtain a paper and/or electronic receipt from DEQ's E-Commerce payment system as it provides proof in case there is a
discrepancy.
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How to print an E-Certificate containing our fleet company name and unique QR code.
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How the administration process works for various fleets. Fleets not using the DEQ Too option must obtain a paper certificate entitled a "DEQ Clean
Air Certificate" as proof that the vehicle has passed DEQ's test. If and when a fleet chooses to use the DEQ Too program, once the vehicle passes
DEQ and the fleet pays for their electronic certificate, that E-Certificate will contain the name of the fleet company and a uniquely generated QR
code for security and auditing purposes. As with a paper Clean Air Certificate, the E-Certificate is used for proof of passing DEQ's test in the
following ways; depending on the type of fleet:
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DMV-Registered-Fleets receive and maintain "Permanent Fleet" license plates from DMV. DMV has a registration renewal process specifically for
these privately owned Permanent Fleet companies. While the process includes submittal of a printed E-Certificate to DMV, it does not include
renewal stickers nor does it include online renewal with DMV.
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For vehicle's that are a part of a private company's fleet, but not a part of DMV-Registered-Fleets, renewal is required and these fleets'
license plates do use registration renewal stickers. The renewal process includes submittal of a printed E-Certificate to DMV when these fleets
renew registration through the mail or in-person at a DMV field office. A printout of the E-Certificate is not necessary when these fleets
renew online with DMV.
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For vehicles that are a part of a governmental fleet (E-Plate), no DMV registration renewal is required, but the emissions test is still
required so DEQ needs the proof of passing. DEQ will view the governmental fleet's E-Certificates online to verify that vehicles have passed
the emissions test.
E-Certificates cannot be used for any DMV or DEQ transaction at a DEQ Clean Air Station.
Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program
Terms and Conditions for:
Continuously Connected Vehicle Telematics Device Provider
(Version 12/4/2017)
This is an agreement ("Agreement") between my company and the State of Oregon acting by and through the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
setting forth the obligations of the parties for the participation of my company as a provider of a continuously connected vehicle telematics device in
Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program.
BACKGROUND SECTION
DEQ Develops and Implements Oregon's Air Pollution Control Reduction Strategies
With the oversight of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Oregon Legislature and the Environmental Quality Commission (EQC),
Oregon's air pollution control strategies are established and implemented by the DEQ. Such strategies include, but are not limited to, permitting,
inspections, enforcement, area-specific planning and strategy development, monitoring and measuring, voluntary, financial assistance and incentive
programs. DEQ's Vehicle Inspection Program (VIP) is an air pollution reduction strategy involving the periodic inspection of vehicles which is enforced
by denying registration until a vehicle passes the inspection.
Program Effectiveness
The Oregon Legislature has determined that, in the best interest of the state of Oregon, vehicles are to be required to have their emissions tested
within certain time periods, certain geographic areas and certain model year ranges. The effectiveness of Oregon's VIP program is periodically
evaluated and the program is considered one of the most effective vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. A great example of Oregon's
approach is that the State does not allow a repair waiver. In the vast majority of states, if a vehicle fails an emissions test, the vehicle owner
needs only to produce a receipt that a certain amount of money was spent (some are as low as $150) on repairs and then it can receive registration
renewal. This exemption, referred to as a "repair waiver", means that excessively polluting vehicles are allowed to continue operating in these other
states after failing the emissions test and receiving just a partial repair. Oregon does not have a repair waiver program, so vehicles that fail DEQ's
test must be fully repaired and are not allowed to continue causing excessive air pollution. DEQ does have a financial assistance program to help
motorists who cannot afford to fix their vehicle. As a result of VIP's effectiveness, the Portland and Medford areas have not exceeded the federal standards for ozone or carbon monoxide (CO) in several
years. In addition to the VIP program continuing to help reduce ozone and CO concentrations - even as Oregon's population increases - the program also
helps to reduce fine particulate, greenhouse gases, and air toxics.
Program Efficiency
Besides its effectiveness, the efficiency of Oregon's VIP program is also regularly evaluated. From self-service kiosks and testing vehicles on an auto
dealer's lot, to issuing registration stickers for a unique DEQ/DMV one-stop-shopping experience - Oregon's VIP is considered one of the most
innovative, convenient and efficient vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. With DEQ Too, Oregon is now taking efficiency to a whole new
level by adding to VIP's range of convenient testing options from which motorists can choose.
The DEQ Too Test Method is Not about Expanding the Reach of the VIP Program
DEQ's authority for the VIP program is established by the Oregon legislature and the program's scope is limited in several ways; including those
mentioned below. DEQ cannot and does not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done outside of testing boundaries,
model year range, or registration renewal period:
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Must Test only within certain Geographic Boundaries.
Vehicles must be registered or registering inside specific geographic boundaries in the Portland-Metro and the Medford-Ashland areas.
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Must Test only within certain Model Year Ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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Must Test only within specified Registration Renewal Period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is all about program efficiency; it's a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use or not use. DEQ Too's objective
is not about modifying the program's reach; it does not expand the limited scope of the VIP program. So the DEQ Too test method falls
squarely under VIP's limited scope just the same as the existing test methods; inspector-conducted tests at Clean Air Stations, the inspector-conducted
tests on the lot of auto dealerships, and the inspector-assisted tests when motorists use self-service kiosks. As such, all of VIP's test
methods are limited to the exact same testing boundaries, the same model year ranges and the same registration renewal periods.
It is understood that some vehicles registered outside the established boundaries, outside the model year ranges or outside of their renewal periods
can also be in need of emissions system repair. And, in fact, motorists with such vehicles can voluntarily use any of DEQ's test methods which may
result in the motorist electing to repair the vehicle. It is also understood that businesses have and use non-DEQ Too approved equipment and
methodologies, and use conditions and incentives to diagnose and repair vehicles outside of the scope of the VIP program. But DEQ Too, like all the
test methods in the VIP program, does not and will not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done in
such "voluntary" circumstances. It is critical that the VIP program scope remains consistently within its legislative directive across all VIP test
methods. DEQ Too-approved equipment and methodologies are strictly a part of DEQ's provision of a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists
can choose to use or not use.
Therefore testing equipment (e.g. telematics device, cable, display screen) and methodologies (e.g. audio, visual, software, app, website) that are
officially approved for the purpose of DEQ Too program participation must not be associated with or used in any manner which places
required conditions upon or provides incentive (financial or otherwise) to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or
repair Oregon registered vehicles:
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That are intended for registration outside of the authorized Portland-Metro and Medford-Ashland geographic boundaries.
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That are outside of the authorized model year ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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That are outside of their registration renewal period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is Oregon's Newest Vehicle Emissions Testing Option
In Oregon, motorists refer to the smog test as "Going through DEQ" (Department of Environmental Quality). While DEQ offers several convenient Clean Air
Station locations, our average wait time is less than 10 minutes, and we provide weekend and evening hours, we understand it can still be a challenge for
our operations to match up with everyone's specific needs. That is why we started allowing for another testing option to evolve in early 2016. Everyone
likes choices. Take the evolution of the banking industry where business was conducted only with in-person tellers at first, then ATM machines were
introduced and now banking can also be completed using the internet. Similarly, with DEQ, motorists can receive an emissions test with in-person inspectors
or self-service machines at our stations and now testing can also be completed using the internet.
The internet option is called DEQ Too and involves the motorist voluntarily authorizing On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) data to be remotely transmitted from
their vehicle to DEQ. Instead of visiting a Clean Air Station, motorists test their vehicle at locations they are driving to already. While taking care of
their other car needs at such places, they can take care of their DEQ too. Participating businesses will lend motorists a telematics testing
device to plug into their car and return it a couple of minutes later. The car's OBD data will be immediately transmitted to DEQ and then at the motorist's
convenience they can use their smart phone or other device to check results. They'll be able to view diagnostic trouble codes if their Check Engine light
is on. Or, if all looks good to pass DEQ's emissions test, they can order their DMV (Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division, a branch of the Oregon
Department of Transportation) stickers online which will arrive in the mail in as few as 3 business days.
Telematics devices manufactured into a vehicle's system to provide turn-by-turn navigation, roadside and stolen vehicle assistance, etc., can also transmit
OBD data. In addition, auto fleet services, usage-based auto insurance programs, and other applications utilize after-market Telematics devices which can
also transmit OBD data. DEQ will accept data transmitted from these types of continuously connected devices as well. While originally intended for other
uses, these can be used for DEQ too.
The bottom line is that DEQ wants to ensure motorists have multiple testing options and can decide what's best for them in their particular situation at
any given time. The DEQ Too option allows motorists to save time and fuel; and even help reduce air pollution.
DEQ Makes the Determination of Test Results
The Department's Environmental Quality Commission authorizes remote, self-service testing via Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358(1). DEQ is the only
entity authorized to determine and provide the emissions testing results to vehicle owners.
The 2 types of Telematics Devices
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Continuously Connected
vehicle telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "C-type" device). This device is one that is continuously connected,
24/7 to one vehicle. These C-type devices are either built-in to the vehicle's system during auto manufacturing or plugged-in after-market. By
comparison, the other telematics device (S-type) can be shared for use by multiple vehicles.
The C-type device has a primary objective other than transmitting OBD data to DEQ. Examples of after-market C-type devices include use by
auto fleets to optimize driving routes and maintenance schedules and by usage-based auto insurance programs to help motorists achieve lower
premiums. Key purposes of built-in, C-type devices are roadside assistance, stolen vehicle assistance, turn-by-turn navigation, hands-free calling,
etc. Regardless of their primary purpose, these continuously connected devices can also capture OBD data and so they can be used
for DEQ too.
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Shared
telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "S-type" device). A S-type is an after-market plug-in device that can be shared for use by
multiple vehicles; one vehicle at a time. By comparison, the other telematics device (C-type) is continuously connected to and used by only one
vehicle.
The objective of the S-type device is for use with multiple vehicles to transmit a snapshot of each vehicle's OBD data to DEQ. The general public
would use S-type devices by borrowing them from participating host locations that exist for a primary purpose other than transmitting OBD data. For
example, if a gas station participated as a host, their primary purpose is for motorists to refuel their vehicle. However, by briefly borrowing the
device, motorists could take care of their DEQ too while they are refueling.
The 5 types of Business Participants
DEQ Too relies on an open market approach whereby voluntary participation in a given role is open to any company that meets certain terms and conditions.
Each business participant type and their role is as follows:
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C-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the vehicle(s) owner enters into the original agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective C-Type Device Providers that provide at least one primary service that has shown specific and
sustained demand for the service for the last 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any C-Type Device Provider has a
proven, sustainable primary service that necessitates a 24/7 continuous connection, rather than becoming a telematics company that goes into
business solely to test vehicles. S-Type Device Providers serve in that role via Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets. The sustained demand for
the service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by the prospective C-Type Device Provider itself. It can be demonstrated by any company.
For example, a new telematics device for Usage-Based Insurance would not need to demonstrate that there's a sustained demand for such a service.
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S-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the Host, Auto Dealership and/or Fleet enters into an agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter S-Type Device agreements with companies that have met specific, technical and sustained demand for the use of OBD plug-in
equipment for the last 12 months. This experience demonstrates that the company successfully and actively oversees the quality and technical
support of the OBD-related equipment it provides. In an open-market system like DEQ Too, such experience is in the Program's best interest to
make certain that the Program itself maintains quality standards to ensure long term viability of the program.
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Hosts
own or operate a business that has an S-type device that is used on location voluntarily by a motorist or by the host on behalf of the volunteering
motorist. The objective is to allow transmission of OBD data to DEQ from the business location. Having the S-type device is in addition to the
business' primary product/service. Examples of possible device-borrowing locations include, but are not limited to: gas station, auto service,
repair, parts and car washing companies.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective Hosts that provide at least one primary service or product that has shown specific and sustained
demand for the service/product for at least 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any Host has a proven, sustainable
primary service or product, rather than becoming a business location solely for testing vehicles. That service already exists with the testing
service that DEQ provides at its Clean Air Stations. The sustained demand for the product/service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by
the prospective Host itself. It can be demonstrated by any company. For example, a new gas station would not need to demonstrate that there's a
sustained demand for such a product.
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Companies with a Fleet of vehicles voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data from the vehicles they own/operate to DEQ and
subsequently retrieve results from the DEQ Too website.
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Auto Dealerships
voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data to DEQ from the vehicles they own/sell and subsequently retrieve results from the DEQ Too website.
When a company enrolls to participate and meets the terms and conditions for one of the above roles, DEQ places them on one of the five list-types as an
"Official DEQ Too Business Participant". When a general public vehicle owner voluntarily uses a telematics device to transmit OBD data to DEQ, they do not
need to enroll with DEQ Too in advance, but they must agree to certain terms and conditions on the website before results will be shown.
Vehicle owners will obtain results on the DEQ Too website
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The vehicle owner will enter their license plate or VIN to display their test results.
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If the vehicle is "Unready", the website will indicate what that means.
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If DEQ has failed the vehicle (Check Engine Light has been commanded "ON"), the website will indicate why and provide a link to DEQ's Recognized
Auto Repair Shops.
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Once the vehicle has passed the test, the owner will pay DEQ's certification fee via the website.
How the DMV registration process works in Oregon; specifically with the DEQ Too Program
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The C-type device company will need the general public motorist or fleet to provide their registration expiration date to the company; but that
date is not connected to the VIN, per se. In Oregon, registration stickers are issued for a vehicle to be affixed to the vehicle's front and back
license plates - but then the license plates (along with their stickers) may be moved to a different vehicle. DMV must be made aware by the vehicle
owner of the license plate/registration switch, but the C-type device provider wouldn't know. Therefore, the C-type device provider and their
customer must coordinate closely to ensure that the provider has the correct registration expiration date on file for the connected vehicle.
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Dealerships: When using DEQ Too, dealerships will not be able to use remote OBD test results to obtain DMV vehicle registration at
a DEQ Clean Air Station. Dealerships will be made aware of this when they enroll as a DEQ Too Business Participant.
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Dealerships participating in DMV's Electronic Vehicle Registration Program (and/or their customers purchasing vehicles) receive vehicle
registration and stickers directly through the EVR Program.
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Non-EVR dealerships (and/or their customers purchasing vehicles) receive vehicle registration through the mail or in-person at a DMV field
office.
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Fleets: When using DEQ Too, fleets will not be able to use remote OBD test results to renew their registration at a DEQ
Clean Air Station. Fleets will be made aware of this when they enroll as a DEQ Too Business Participant.
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DMV-Registered-Fleets receive and maintain "Permanent Fleet" license plates from DMV. A detailed renewal process is required for these
fleets which does not involve registration renewal stickers or online renewal with DMV.
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For vehicle's that are a part of a company's fleet, but not a part of DMV-Registered-Fleets, renewal is required and these license plates
do use registration renewal stickers. These fleet-types renew vehicle registration through the mail, in-person at a DMV field office, or
online with DMV.
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General Public Motorists: When using DEQ Too, motorists will not be allowed to use remote OBD emissions test results to
renew registration via the mail, in-person at a DMV field office or at a DEQ Clean Air Station. Motorists will be made aware of this prior to
purchasing a DEQ E-Certificate on the DEQ Too website. Renewal of registration must only be done on-line with DMV in
order to participate in Oregon's DEQ Too program:
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Renewal reminders are mailed from DMV to the vehicle owner about 90 days prior to the date the vehicle registration stickers expire on a
license plate. The renewal reminder also serves as the renewal application. The renewal reminder comes with an on-line renewal access code.
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At the moment a motorist obtains a DEQ E-Certificate through the DEQ Too website, DMV immediately receives data from DEQ indicating that the
vehicle has passed the emissions test. Then the motorist can renew on-line with DMV and receive registration stickers in the mail in as few as
3 business days.
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The ability for the general public to renew their registration on-line with DMV is about a 165 day window. As early as 90 days before the
registration expiration date and then 75 days after. Other than that window, on-line renewal with DMV is not allowed.
PROGRAM OBLIGATIONS
On behalf of my company, I agree to the following terms and conditions:
Originally Intended Features of a Continuously Connected Vehicle Telematics Device
We are a company with which a vehicle owner directly or indirectly enters into the original agreement to lease, purchase and/or activate a continuously
connected telematics device (a "C-type" device). A C-type device is either built-in to the vehicle during manufacturing for the auto market, or as an
after-market device, it is plugged-in for continuous use in one vehicle. Our devices may have any of several features to meet the original intended needs
of our various customers. Examples of such features include fleet data, usage-based auto insurance, GPS, roadside assistance, etc.
DEQ Too is an Added Feature of our Telematics Device Services
For use in Oregon's DEQ Too program, we have added a feature to transmit a snapshot of OBD data to DEQ.
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Our devices meet the requirements of the Oregon DEQ Remote OBD Specifications Document for Telematics Device Providers.
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We allow vehicle owners to use this added feature to transmit OBD data to DEQ if at least the following conditions are met:
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Each vehicle owner voluntarily provides our company with permission to transmit their OBD data to DEQ. When granting us the permission, we inform
the owner that they are not bound to use DEQ Too to pass Oregon's vehicle emissions test. They can elect to test at a DEQ Clean Air Station
even after enrolling in our program.
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A valid E-VIN exists for the owner's vehicle(s) (typically 2005 and newer model year vehicles)
Tampering with or Altering OBD Systems is a Violation of the Federal Clean Air Act
Our company understands that it is a violation of Section 203(a)(3) of the Federal Clean Air Act to tamper with or to alter an OBD system from its original
equipment configuration. We will not alter the OBD System on any vehicle and we will not alter any data that we receive from any vehicle's OBD system.
Strictly Within Scope of VIP Program and Only DEQ Makes Compliance Determination
As described in the Agreement's Background section, we will not allow our DEQ Too-approved equipment and methodology to be used in any manner which places
required conditions upon or provides incentive to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair Oregon registered vehicles
which are outside the scope of the VIP Program.
Compliance determination is solely DEQ's role. Our company will not provide any vehicle emissions inspection pass/fail/unready determination. We will not
use any statement similar to "Your vehicle is not ready for DEQ's test" or "is Unready for DEQ's test", "Your vehicle has Failed DEQ" or "Has passed DEQ"
or "Should pass DEQ" or "Only results that are, or appear to be, in compliance with emission standards will be sent to DEQ". However, as described in the
next section, our company may relay detailed and common knowledge information about OBD to provide value to our customers.
Communication about OBD Details and Common Knowledge Information
We may offer a feature to communicate detailed emissions system data for motorists with continuously connected telematics devices. This feature could help
keep the vehicle owner more aware of their vehicle's emissions system at all times rather than just when their vehicle is due for their DEQ test every two
years. Via communication methods such as text, email or their internet account with us, when we notice a vehicle Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is
commanded on or monitors are unready, we may inform the owner and let them know what this means. This could include providing any Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTCs) we see. When providing these details, we may relay the common knowledge information that vehicles with their MIL on or with monitors unready may
have difficulty meeting smog compliance and could cause excess air pollution. If our device is capable of clearing MIL/DTCs, we understand that
without proper repair, such action does not help vehicles pass emissions testing and we relay this fact to our customers.
Communication on Data Transmittal to DEQ and Customers Enrolling in our Program
As part of our company's documentation when we initially enroll as a DEQ Too Business Participant, we will inform DEQ which communication method we will
use. While we have less than 5,000 vehicle owners enrolled in our program to use DEQ Too, we may use the basic communication method, as set forth below.
However, no later than 6 months after reaching our program's 5,000th enrollee, we must use the advanced communication method; also set forth below.
Regardless of which communication method we use, whenever we transmit data to DEQ we will follow the Oregon DEQ Remote OBD Specifications Document.
1) Basic Communication Protocol
We will maintain a method for our customers to enroll in our company's program to send OBD data to DEQ and explain when they can check their results at
www.DEQToo.org. We will not allow enrollment of vehicles that are ineligible for DEQ Too (those that are not OBD II
compliant or those that do not have an Electronic VIN). Enrollment will include our customers providing us with their vehicle registration expiration
date(s). Customers will be able to modify their enrollment data as needed.
Starting from the 90th day preceding the customer's vehicle registration expiration date, we will begin to transmit one vehicle OBD record per day to DEQ.
If a customer originally enrolls in our program during that 90 day timeframe, we will start transmitting data as soon as possible after their enrollment.
These daily transmissions will continue for a minimum of 7 days before and a maximum of 70 days after the expiration date. Besides OBD records, no other
information (including personal data) will be transferred to DEQ as part of the data transmission.
2) Advanced Communication Method
We will provide a service-desk phone number to our customers and maintain a method for our customers to enroll in our company's program to send OBD data to
DEQ. We will not allow enrollment of vehicles that are ineligible for DEQ Too (those that are not OBD II compliant or those that do not have an Electronic
VIN). Enrollment will include, but not be limited to, our customers providing us with their vehicle registration expiration date (except dealerships) and a
means to contact them such as an email address or phone number. Customers will be able to modify their enrollment data as needed.
We will transmit a single OBD record to DEQ whenever our customer authorizes us to do so. This record could be for the purpose of DMV vehicle registration
renewal, to find out why a vehicle's Check Engine Light is on, or for other reasons. If the arrangement with our customer allows transmittal only during
the time of DMV vehicle registration renewal, then:
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Starting from the 90th day preceding the customer's vehicle registration expiration date, we will transmit a single OBD record to DEQ. If a
customer originally enrolls in our program during the 90 day timeframe, we will transmit their first record as soon as possible after enrollment.
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Once it has been determined that we should not send any further records during the customer's current registration renewal cycle, we will stop
transmitting data to DEQ. We will not transmit a record after the 70th day following the current registration cycle expiration date.
Under the advanced communication method, every time we send a record to DEQ, we will relay to our customer when the transmission record has successfully
reached DEQ, letting our customers know they can check their results at www.DEQToo.org. Based on the results our customer learns from DEQ's website, the
customer will help us determine if and when we need to send additional OBD records to DEQ. If and when a communication method becomes available that does
not involve our customer's assistance in making that determination, we may use that method instead. Besides OBD records, no other information (including
personal data) will be transferred to DEQ as part of the data transmission.
Providing DEQ with our Telematics Device Serial Numbers
We will provide to DEQ the unique serial numbers (LINK_ID) for each device or the range of numbers that we anticipate being used in the DEQ Too program. We
will let DEQ know if and when we need to add or delete device ID numbers. As indicated in the Oregon DEQ Remote OBD Specifications Document, our device
serial number will not exceed 60 alpha-numeric characters starting with a Manufacturing ID abbreviation, followed by abbreviation of device name, then the
ID number. Using an abbreviated device name in the serial number is for if/when our company has more than one device model.
Communication about Financial Transactions
If we charge money for our device in whole or in part because of the feature to transmit OBD data to DEQ:
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We will only charge money to our direct customer; namely the customer that signed up for and is using our device.
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We will describe to DEQ the billing frequency and mechanism we will use with our direct customer.
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We will clearly describe to the customer any device lease amount, selling price, per-usage fee or other financial charge to transmit OBD data to DEQ.
The title and description of the fee will make it clear that DEQ does not require the charge, does not set the amount and none of the money goes to DEQ.
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Acceptable titles include, but are not limited to, "Diagnostic Data Transmission Fee", "Diagnostic Device Purchase Price" and "Diagnostic Device
Lease Amount".
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Unacceptable titles include containing the terms "DEQ", "DEQ Too", "VIP", "Convenience Fee" or anything similar.
If a customer wants us to pay for, on their behalf, the DEQ Clean Air E-Certificate fee, we will charge the customer as they must
ultimately bear the full cost of that fee. Any such arrangement will be clearly communicated in advance to customers.
User Interface Software
If we elect to provide user interface software that allows motorists to use
the interface instead of, or in addition to, using the official DEQ Too
website, we understand and will make it clear that:
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DEQ does not require us or the motorists to use any interface software;
the DEQ Too website can work as a standalone system.
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Prior to using the software, we, or a Partner on our behalf, will first
receive DEQ's approval. After demonstrating to DEQ how the interface
software works, DEQ will have up to 30 days to indicate what changes, if
any, are required.
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DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that features of the DEQ Too
website and program are represented in a certain manner to all users.
Therefore, DEQ's review includes, but is not be limited to, the following:
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The user interface methodology aligns with the intent of any portions of
this Agreement.
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All the data entry that the DEQ Too website receives via the user
interface must be authorized by the motorists and done as DEQ requires.
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All the output and communication the motorists receive from the DEQ Too
website via the user interface must be done as DEQ requires. This includes
indication that test results have been determined solely by DEQ.
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If any mobile display screen device is used as part of our methodology to
complete transactions with the DEQ Too website, then its outermost edges,
including any protective casing (built-in or otherwise), shall have the
following maximum dimensions:
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6¼ inches long
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3¼ inches wide
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1¼ inch thick
These dimensions do not apply to any peripheral equipment designed to
charge, store or carry the display screen. This does not apply if the
methodology includes our company having the motorist use their own display
screen (e.g. motorist's smart phone).
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Any problems caused by the user-interface software is our responsibility.
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We will not indicate that we created the remote OBD testing option in
Oregon. The software will display the DEQ Too logo on user screens that DEQ
requires. Note: The testing method is made possible in Oregon only because
DEQ initiated this convenient option. The Oregon Legislature provided the
statutory authority to DEQ and its commission to develop rules authorizing
remote OBD testing.
Partnerships with Other Companies
In participating in Oregon's DEQ Too program, we may partner with one or more companies to help implement the DEQ Too program or who may otherwise
interface with actual or proposed customers regarding the DEQ Too program (our "Partner" or a "Partnership"). We will provide to DEQ a description of the
nature of any Partnerships we currently have. Since we may change Partners or add some, if anything changes significantly in the nature of our type of
Partnerships, we will inform DEQ within 15 days of the change. Example partnership-type descriptions include, but are not limited to, retailers of devices
(online or in-store), auto insurance companies using devices for their usage-based insurance program, and an auto manufacturing company using built-in
devices providing GPS, or roadside assistance.
DEQ may acknowledge that our company and our Partner companies are involved in the DEQ Too program. The form of acknowledgement may include, but not be
limited to, DEQ mentioning our Partner or partnership-types on the DEQ Too website. Within 15 days of a written request from DEQ, we will provide to DEQ a
list (or website link) of the names of our current Partners. If DEQ deems that our partnership-type is not in the best interest of DEQ, DEQ may elect to
terminate this Agreement.
We have full responsibility to DEQ for the duties and obligations under this Agreement. We maintain full responsibility regardless of whether they are
performed by us or our Partners. If one or more of the following obligations are applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will
provide a copy of this agreement to the Partner and ensure the Partner complies with the applicable obligation(s):
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The section on Advertising and Explaining the Use of our Devices with DEQ Too
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The section on Financial Transaction Communication
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
Advertising and Explaining the Use of our Devices with DEQ Too
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that the communication directed toward existing or potential customers or Partners accurately
represents the DEQ Too program. Therefore, we will provide to DEQ for DEQ review and approval all communication content we, or our Partners, intend for
explaining and advertising the use of our telematics device with Oregon's DEQ Too program. This includes communication we intend to relay to any external
audience that our company is involved in remote OBD in the State of Oregon. If DEQ does not provide a response to us within 15 days of receiving the
material, then the communication content will be deemed approved. Such communication related to the DEQ Too program includes, but is not limited to, the
use of the DEQ Too logo and any written and verbal messaging to existing or potential customers or Partners using signs, mail, coupons, newspaper,
magazines, computer/phone applications, texts, emails, websites, blogs, TV, radio, social media, etc. And our advertising will not solely be about
emissions testing. After all, we are in business for our primary product(s) and/or service(s) which is what we normally advertise about to attract customers.
DEQ will provide us an electronic copy of the DEQ Too design mark (logo) and grants to us the right to use the logo only after DEQ has placed us upon the
DEQ Too Business Participant List. The logo (which resembles an Oregon license plate) and the word mark ("DEQ Too™") are
trademarks of DEQ and the property of DEQ. We, and our Partners, shall use the logo and word mark in conformance with the Authorized Use of DEQ Too
Trademarks document. Upon removal of our company from the DEQ Too Business Participant List, we will immediately cease the use of the DEQ Too logo and word
mark and ensure our Partners also do so.
The Business Participant List on the DEQ Too website may include our business name, logo/trademark, address, email and phone number. The business name will
be hyperlinked to our DEQ-approved internet landing page that contains a description of our device's ability to be used for DEQ Too and the associated price.
Using any part of this information, DEQ may broadly share (e.g. TV interview, news releases) that our company is participating in DEQ Too. We grant DEQ the
right to use our official logo/trademark for the purpose described above and we will provide to DEQ an electronic copy of this along with any conformance
guidelines. If we do not have an official logo/trademark, then a distinguishing branding about our company will be used (e.g. from top of our letterhead or
on our webpage). Upon removal of our company from the DEQ Too Business Participant List, DEQ will immediately cease the use of our logo. This agreement does
not grant DEQ any rights, title, or interest in or to our intellectual property rights.
If we include Oregon's DEQ Too services as part of advertising our devices to existing and potential customers and Partner companies, we will inform them
of the information available at www.DEQToo.org and that we do not have an exclusive arrangement with DEQ to provide
this service and that DEQ does not endorse any telematics device provider over another. We will ensure our Partners also do so if they advertise to
existing and potential customers.
Estimating and Tracking Potential and Actual Program Demand
By the 10th of each month, we agree to report on the following data (cumulative totals as of the end of the previous month):
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The approximate number of vehicles with our device(s) installed that are registered within the Portland-Metro area and Medford-Ashland area.
(Oregon's DEQ emissions testing boundaries)
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The number of our customers that have enrolled with us in order to participate in DEQ Too.
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The number of non-repeat-visitors viewing our web page(s) that cover our device(s)' ability to smog test.
OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Term of Agreement; Termination of Agreement.
This Agreement shall begin upon the date our company is added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List until December 31st of the year we were added
to the list. Each January 1, the Agreement will automatically renew for one year unless DEQ provides at least 30 days written notice to us or either
party otherwise terminates in accordance with this Agreement. The parties can terminate this Agreement as follows: (a) Either party can terminate
this agreement with 30 days notice at any time; (b) DEQ can terminate this agreement immediately upon our failure to comply with the terms of this
agreement; or (c) DEQ can terminate this agreement if it elects to discontinue or suspend the DEQ Too Program for any reason. Without terminating the
agreement, DEQ may, at any time, modify the Program Obligations of this Agreement. If DEQ does so, it will provide notice to us and identify the
modification. If we do not wish to continue after receiving notice of the modification of the Program Obligations, we can terminate this agreement.
Our continued use of the DEQ Too Program for longer than 30 days after we receive notice of the modification of the Program Obligations means we have
agreed to the new Program Obligation terms. When this Agreement is terminated for any reason, (a) we must stop using the DEQ Too logo; (b) we must
notify in writing any party that has enrolled with us that we must stop transmitting their vehicle data to DEQ; and (c) DEQ will remove us from the
DEQ Too Business Participant List and will no longer accept data transmitted from our devices.
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Assignment. Except as is expressly allowed below, we shall not assign this Agreement, in whole or in part, without DEQ's prior written consent,
which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Our assignment of this Agreement to a parent, affiliate, subsidiary or to a successor organization
by merger or acquisition does not require the consent of DEQ. The provisions of this Agreement will be binding upon and will inure to the benefit of
any successors and permitted assigns.
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Survival.
Any provision of this Agreement which imposes an obligation after termination or expiration of this Agreement shall survive the termination or
expiration of this Agreement.
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Confidentiality. We acknowledge that, in the course of performing our responsibilities under this Agreement, we may be exposed to or acquire
information that is confidential to DEQ. Any information we receive or acquire relating to DEQ in the performance of this Agreement is deemed to be
confidential information of DEQ ("Confidential Information"), with the exception of (i) information that becomes part of the
public domain through lawful means and without breach of any confidentiality obligation by us; (ii) information subsequently and rightfully received
from third parties who have the necessary rights to transfer the information without any obligation of confidentiality; (iii)information that was
known to us prior to the effective date of the Agreement without obligation of confidentiality; (iv) information that is independently developed by
us and documented in writing without use of, or reference to, any confidential information of DEQ; and (v) information required to be disclosed by law.
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Indemnity.
We shall indemnify and hold harmless DEQ, the State of Oregon, and their agents, officials and employees harmless from all claims, demands, suits,
actions, proceedings, losses, liabilities, damages, awards and costs (including reasonable
attorneys' fees), which may be brought or made against DEQ, the State of Oregon, or
their agents, officials or employees and arising out of or related to any of the following
(each, an "indemnifiable loss"): (i) any personal injury, death or property damage caused
by any alleged act, omission, error, fault, mistake or negligence of us, our employees,
agents, or representatives in connection with or incident to the use of our devices related
to the Agreement; (ii) any act or omission by us that constitutes a material breach of the Agreement, including any breach of warranty; or (iii)
the infringement of any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret or other proprietary right of any third party related to
our devices used under this Agreement. DEQ shall promptly notify us in writing of any action, claim or demand of which DEQ becomes aware and which
DEQ reasonably
expects to result in an indemnifiable loss. Our obligation under this section does not
extend to any indemnifiable loss to the extent caused by the negligence or willful
misconduct of DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents, officials or employees.
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Defense of Claims.
To the extent we are required under this Agreement to defend DEQ against claims asserted by third parties, DEQ shall reasonably cooperate in good
faith, at
our reasonable expense, in the defense of the claim and we shall select counsel
reasonably acceptable to the Oregon Attorney General to defend the claim and shall bear
all costs of counsel. The Oregon Attorney General's acceptance of counsel may not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed. Counsel must
accept appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General under ORS Chapter 180 before counsel may act in the name of, or represent the interests
of, the State of Oregon, DEQ, its officers, employees
or agents. DEQ may elect to assume its own defense with an attorney of its own choice
and its own expense at any time DEQ determines important governmental interests are at stake. DEQ shall promptly provide notice to us of any claim
that may result in an
obligation on the part of us to defend. Subject to these limitations, we may defend a claim with counsel of our own choosing, on the condition that
no settlement or compromise of
any claim may occur without the consent of DEQ, which consent must not be
unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed.
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Governing Law; Jurisdiction; Venue
.This Agreement is to be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without giving effect to its conflict of
law principles, and applicable federal law. Any action or suit brought by the parties
relating to this Agreement must be brought and conducted exclusively in the Circuit
Court of Marion County for the State of Oregon in Salem, Oregon, unless the claim must
be brought in a federal forum, in which case it must be brought and adjudicated
exclusively within the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. We hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts,
waive any objection to venue in these courts, and waive any claim that either of these courts is an inconvenient forum. In no
way may this section or any other term of this Agreement be construed as a waiver by the
State of Oregon of any form of defense or immunity, whether it is sovereign immunity, governmental immunity, immunity based on the Eleventh
Amendment to the Constitution
of the United States, or otherwise, from any Claim or from the jurisdiction of any court.
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Not a part of DEQ.
We shall not act as an agent or employee of DEQ.
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General Representations and Warranties.
We represent and warrant to DEQ that (i) we
have the power and authority to enter into and perform this Agreement; (ii) this
Agreement, when executed and delivered, will be a valid and binding obligation of us enforceable in accordance with its terms; (iii) we will, at
all times during the term of this Agreement, be qualified to do business in the State of Oregon. DEQ represents and warrants to us that:
(i) DEQ has the power and authority to enter into and perform this Agreement; and (ii) this Agreement, when executed and delivered, will be a
valid and binding obligation of DEQ enforceable in accordance with its terms.
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Liability Insurance. At all times while participating in the program:
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We agree to carry Commercial General Liability or Garage Liability insurance with a minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence for any number of claimants.
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If not otherwise covered by our liability insurance, we also agree to carry insurance that protects our company in the event of damage to vehicles that used our device.
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Limitation of Liability.
In no event shall either party be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, lost data or other consequential, punitive, exemplary or incidental
damages. Neither party excludes or limits its liabilities to the extent they may not be excluded under applicable laws. Our liability for
damages to the DEQ for any cause whatsoever is limited to $5,000,000.
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Compliance with Law.
Both parties shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, regulations, executive orders and ordinances applicable to party (including but
not limited to all: applicable anti-corruption laws and policies at the state and federal level and the Oregon Government Ethics Commission's
"A Guide for Public Officials" (2010), as supplemented (2015) (and any successor publications) in performance of this Agreement.
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Tax Compliance Certificate.
Our company will provide to DEQ a signed tax compliance certification that certifies the following: By executing this tax compliance certification,
I certify under penalty of perjury that I am authorized to act on behalf of the Company and that, to the best of my knowledge, we are not in
violation of any Oregon Tax Laws. For purposes of this certification, "Oregon Tax Laws" means a state tax imposed by ORS 320.005 to 320.150
(Miscellaneous Taxes) and ORS chapters 118 (Inheritance Tax), 314 (Income Tax), 316 (Personal Income Tax), 317 (Corporation Excise Tax), 318
(Corporation Income Tax), 321 (Forest Products Tax) and 323 (Cigarettes And Tobacco Products Tax), and the elderly rental assistance program under
ORS 310.630 to 310.706;
and any local taxes administered by the Department of Revenue under ORS 305.620.
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Notice and Other Communication
that is required of us under this Agreement will be provided in writing or email delivered to DEQ at the below addresses:
DOCUMENTATION
We understand that DEQ will not include us on the DEQ Too Business Participant List without first receiving documentation demonstrating that we meet the
requirements of this program. Our documentation will be submitted within 7 days following our electronic submittal of the DEQ Too Business Participant
enrollment form using www.DEQToo.org. We understand that the final determination of our participation is made by DEQ
and that DEQ's goal is to make their determination within 30 days of receiving our documentation. DEQ will inform us in writing when we are added to the
DEQ Too Business Participant List.
We understand that the documentation must include, but may not be limited to:
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A written statement and signature making it clear to DEQ that the individual agreeing to the terms and conditions via the DEQ Too electronic
enrollment form has the authority to commit to the agreement on behalf of the company.
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Submittal of our device(s) or some sort of electronic simulation capability so DEQ can verify they function as we have described.
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The unique serial numbers (LINK_ID) for each device or the range of numbers that we anticipate being used in the DEQ Too program.
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Any technical/electronic address that DEQ needs for certification/security.
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Declaration of which (Basic or Advanced) communication method we are using with our customers..
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An operational contact name, telephone number and email address will be provided to DEQ for DEQ's internal use only.
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A customer service phone number and/or electronic address so that DEQ can provide this contact information upon request from our customers if/when
they experience difficulties with our device/process.
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The Certificate of Insurance.
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The signed Tax Compliance Certificate (DEQ provides the certificate needing our signature).
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Certification that our business is legally authorized to do business in the State of Oregon.
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Show how we are the company with which the vehicle owner enters into original agreement to lease, own and/or activate device.
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If our company provides this to our customer, we will provide DEQ with a description of the OBD details and common knowledge information.
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The title and description of any fees or other financial charges to customers for OBD data transmission and a description of our billing mechanism
and frequency.
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How we determine that the motorist has voluntarily agreed that we will send OBD data to DEQ on their behalf. And how we inform the motorist that
they are not bound to use DEQ Too to pass Oregon's vehicle emissions test. They can elect to test at a DEQ Clean Air Station even after enrolling
in our program.
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The approximate number of vehicles with our device(s) installed that are registered within Oregon's DEQ emissions testing boundaries.
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How we make it clear to existing and potential customers and Partners that we do not have an exclusive arrangement with DEQ to provide this
service.
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A description of the nature of any Partnerships we currently have. If any of the following obligations are applicable to the role performed by a
particular Partner, then we will provide DEQ with a written description and any accompanying documentation of how we ensure the Partner complies
the applicable obligation(s):
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The section on Advertising and Explaining the Use of our Devices with DEQ Too
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The section on Financial Transaction Communication
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
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Initial communication content and methods we, or our Partners, intend for explaining and advertising the use our telematics device with Oregon's
DEQ Too program. This includes providing DEQ with an electronic copy of our company logo and our internet landing page that contains a description
of our device's ability to be used for DEQ Too.
Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program
Terms and Conditions for:
Shared Telematics Device Provider
(Version 1/24/2017)
This is an agreement ("Agreement") between my company and the State of Oregon acting by and through the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
setting forth the obligations of the parties for the participation of my company as a provider of a shared telematics device in Oregon's DEQ Too™ Program.
BACKGROUND SECTION
DEQ Develops and Implements Oregon's Air Pollution Control Reduction Strategies
With the oversight of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Oregon Legislature and the Environmental Quality Commission (EQC), Oregon's
air pollution control strategies are established and implemented by the DEQ. Such strategies include, but are not limited to, permitting, inspections,
enforcement, area-specific planning and strategy development, monitoring and measuring, voluntary, financial assistance and incentive programs. DEQ's
Vehicle Inspection Program (VIP) is an air pollution reduction strategy involving the periodic inspection of vehicles which is enforced by denying
registration until a vehicle passes the inspection.
Program Effectiveness
The Oregon Legislature has determined that, in the best interest of the state of Oregon, vehicles are to be required to have their emissions tested within
certain time periods, certain geographic areas and certain model year ranges. The effectiveness of Oregon's VIP program is periodically evaluated and the
program is considered one of the most effective vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. A great example of Oregon's approach is that the State
does not allow a repair waiver. In the vast majority of states, if a vehicle fails an emissions test, the vehicle owner needs only to produce a receipt
that a certain amount of money was spent (some are as low as $150) on repairs and then it can receive registration renewal. This exemption, referred to as
a "repair waiver", means that excessively polluting vehicles are allowed to continue operating in these other states after failing the emissions test and
receiving just a partial repair. Oregon does not have a repair waiver program, so vehicles that fail DEQ's test must be fully repaired and are not allowed
to continue causing excessive air pollution. DEQ does have a financial assistance program to help motorists who cannot afford to fix their vehicle. As a
result of VIP's effectiveness, the Portland and Medford areas have not exceeded the federal standards for ozone or carbon monoxide (CO) in several years.
In addition to the VIP program continuing to help reduce ozone and CO concentrations - even as Oregon's population increases - the program also helps to
reduce fine particulate, greenhouse gases, and air toxics.
Program Efficiency
Besides its effectiveness, the efficiency of Oregon's VIP program is also regularly evaluated. From self-service kiosks and testing vehicles on an auto
dealer's lot, to issuing registration stickers for a unique DEQ/DMV one-stop-shopping experience - Oregon's VIP is considered one of the most innovative,
convenient and efficient vehicle emissions testing programs in the country. With DEQ Too, Oregon is now taking efficiency to a whole new level by adding to
VIP's range of convenient testing options from which motorists can choose.
The DEQ Too Test Method is Not about Expanding the Reach of the VIP Program
DEQ's authority for the VIP program is established by the Oregon legislature and the program's scope is limited in several ways; including those mentioned
below. DEQ cannot and does not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done outside of testing boundaries, model year range,
or registration renewal period:
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Must Test only within certain Geographic Boundaries.
Vehicles must be registered or registering inside specific geographic boundaries in the Portland-Metro and the Medford-Ashland areas.
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Must Test only within certain Model Year Ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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Must Test only within specified Registration Renewal Period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is all about program efficiency; it's a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use or not use. DEQ Too's objective is not about modifying the program's reach; it does not expand the limited scope of the VIP program. So the DEQ Too test method falls squarely
under VIP's limited scope just the same as the existing test methods; inspector-conducted tests at Clean Air Stations, the inspector-conducted tests on the
lot of auto dealerships, and the inspector-assisted tests when motorists use self-service kiosks. As such, all of VIP's test methods are limited
to the exact same testing boundaries, the same model year ranges and the same registration renewal periods.
It is understood that some vehicles registered outside the established boundaries, outside the model year ranges or outside of their renewal periods can
also be in need of emissions system repair. And, in fact, motorists with such vehicles can voluntarily use any of DEQ's test methods which may result in
the motorist electing to repair the vehicle. It is also understood that businesses have and use non-DEQ Too approved equipment and methodologies, and use
conditions and incentives to diagnose and repair vehicles outside of the scope of the VIP program. But DEQ Too, like all the test methods in the VIP
program, does not and will not mandate or provide incentive that vehicle emission tests or repairs be done in such "voluntary"
circumstances. It is critical that the VIP program scope remains consistently within its legislative directive across all VIP test methods. DEQ
Too-approved equipment and methodologies are strictly a part of DEQ's provision of a new efficient, convenient test method that motorists can choose to use
or not use.
Therefore testing equipment (e.g. telematics device, cable, display screen) and methodologies (e.g. audio, visual, software, app, website) that are
officially approved for the purpose of DEQ Too program participation must not be associated with or used in any manner which places
required conditions upon or provides incentive (financial or otherwise) to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair
Oregon registered vehicles:
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That are intended for registration outside of the authorized Portland-Metro and Medford-Ashland geographic boundaries.
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That are outside of the authorized model year ranges:
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In the Portland-Metro area, the vehicles must be at least 5 years old and no older than a 1975 model year.
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In the Medford-Ashland area, the vehicle's model age must be between 5 and 20 years old.
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That are outside of their registration renewal period.
Vehicles must be tested only during the period of their DMV registration renewal. The renewal period is based upon registration which expires every 2
years.
DEQ Too is Oregon's Newest Vehicle Emissions Testing Option
In Oregon, motorists refer to the smog test as "Going through DEQ" (Department of Environmental Quality). While DEQ offers several convenient Clean Air
Station locations, our average wait time is less than 10 minutes, and we provide weekend and evening hours, we understand it can still be a challenge for
our operations to match up with everyone's specific needs. That is why we started allowing for another testing option to evolve in 2016. Everyone likes
choices. Take the evolution of the banking industry where business was conducted only with in-person tellers at first, then ATM machines were introduced
and now banking can also be completed using the internet. Similarly, with DEQ, motorists can receive an emissions test with in-person inspectors or
self-service machines at our stations and now testing can also be completed using the internet.
The internet option is called DEQ Too and involves the motorist voluntarily authorizing On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) data to be remotely transmitted from
their vehicle to DEQ. Instead of visiting a Clean Air Station, motorists test their vehicle at locations they are driving to already. While taking care of
their other car needs at such places, they can take care of their DEQ too. Participating businesses (Hosts of Device-Borrowing locations) will
lend motorists a telematics testing device to plug into their car and return it a couple of minutes later. The car's OBD data will be immediately
transmitted to DEQ and then at the motorist's convenience they can use their smart phone or other device to check results. They'll be able to view
diagnostic trouble codes if their Check Engine light is on. Or, if all looks good to pass DEQ's emissions test, they can order their DMV (Driver and Motor
Vehicle Services Division, a branch of the Oregon Department of Transportation) stickers online which will arrive in the mail in as few as 3 business days.
Telematics devices manufactured into a vehicle's system to provide turn-by-turn navigation, roadside and stolen vehicle assistance, etc., can also transmit
OBD data. In addition, auto fleet services, usage-based auto insurance programs, and other applications utilize after-market Telematics devices which can
also transmit OBD data. DEQ will accept data transmitted from these types of continuously connected devices as well. While originally intended for other
uses, these can be used for DEQ too.
Auto dealership companies and companies operating a fleet of vehicles will also be able to use telematics devices to test their multiple vehicles without
visiting a Clean Air Station.
The bottom line is that DEQ wants to ensure motorists and companies have multiple testing options and can decide what's best for them in their particular
situation at any given time. The DEQ Too option saves time and fuel; and even helps reduce air pollution.
DEQ Makes the Determination of Test Results
The Department's Environmental Quality Commission authorizes remote, self-service testing via Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358(1). DEQ is the only
entity authorized to determine and provide the emissions testing results to vehicle owners.
The 2 Types of Telematics Devices
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Continuously Connected
vehicle telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "C-type" device). This device is one that is continuously connected,
24/7 to one vehicle. These C-type devices are either built-in to the vehicle's system during auto manufacturing or plugged-in after-market. By
comparison, the other telematics device (S-type) can be shared for use by multiple vehicles.
The C-type device has a primary objective other than transmitting OBD data to DEQ. Examples of after-market C-type devices include use by
auto fleets to optimize driving routes and maintenance schedules and by usage-based auto insurance programs to help motorists achieve lower
premiums. Key purposes of built-in, C-type devices are roadside assistance, stolen vehicle assistance, turn-by-turn navigation, hands-free calling,
etc. Regardless of their primary purpose, these continuously connected devices can also capture OBD data and so they can be used
for DEQ too.
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Shared
telematics device (hereinafter interchangeable with "S-type" device). A S-type is an after-market plug-in device that can be shared for use by
multiple vehicles; one vehicle at a time. By comparison, the other telematics device (C-type) is continuously connected to and used by only one
vehicle.
The objective of the S-type device is for use with multiple vehicles to transmit a snapshot of each vehicle's OBD data to DEQ. The general public
would use S-type devices by borrowing them from participating host locations that exist for a primary purpose other than transmitting OBD data. For
example, if a gas station participated as a host, their primary purpose is for motorists to refuel their vehicle. However, by briefly borrowing the
device, motorists could take care of their DEQ too while they are refueling.
The 5 Types of Business Participants
DEQ Too relies on an open market approach whereby voluntary participation in a given role is open to any company that meets certain terms and conditions.
Each business participant type and role is as follows:
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C-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the vehicle(s) owner enters into the original agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective C-Type Device Providers that provide at least one primary service that has shown specific and
sustained demand for the service for the last 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any C-Type Device Provider has a
proven, sustainable primary service that necessitates a 24/7 continuous connection, rather than becoming a telematics company that goes into
business solely to test vehicles. S-Type Device Providers serve in that role via Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets. The sustained demand for
the service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by the prospective C-Type Device Provider itself. It can be demonstrated by any company.
For example, a new telematics device for Usage-Based Insurance would not need to demonstrate that there's a sustained demand for such a service.
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S-Type Device Provider
is the company with which the Host, Auto Dealership and/or Fleet enters into an agreement to lease, own and/or activate the telematics device.
DEQ will only enter S-Type Device agreements with companies that have met specific, technical and sustained demand for the use of OBD plug-in
equipment for the last 12 months. This experience demonstrates that the company successfully and actively oversees the quality and technical
support of the OBD-related equipment it provides. In an open-market system like DEQ Too, such experience is in the Program's best interest to
make certain that the Program itself maintains quality standards to ensure long term viability of the program.
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Hosts
own or operate a business that will act as a Device-Borrowing Location that has an S-type device that is used on location voluntarily by a motorist
or by the Host on behalf of the volunteering motorist. The objective is to allow transmission of OBD data to DEQ from the business location. Having
the S-type device is in addition to the business' primary product(s)/service(s). Examples of possible Device-Borrowing Locations include, but are
not limited to: gas station, auto service, repair, parts and car washing companies.
DEQ will only enter agreements with prospective Hosts that provide at least one primary service or product that has shown specific and sustained
demand for the service/product for at least 12 months. It is in the Program's best interest to ensure that any Host has a proven, sustainable
primary service or product, rather than becoming a business location solely for testing vehicles. That service already exists with the testing
service that DEQ provides at its Clean Air Stations. The sustained demand for the product/service does not necessarily need to be demonstrated by
the prospective Host itself. It can be demonstrated by any company. For example, a new gas station would not need to demonstrate that there's a
sustained demand for such a product.
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Companies with a Fleet of vehicles voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data from the vehicles they own/operate to DEQ and
subsequently retrieve results from the DEQ Too website.
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Auto Dealerships
voluntarily use the devices to transmit OBD data to DEQ from the vehicles they have in inventory to sell/lease and subsequently retrieve results
from the DEQ Too website.
When a company enrolls to participate and meets the terms and conditions for one of the above roles, DEQ places them on one of the five list-types as an
"Official DEQ Too Business Participant". When a general public vehicle owner voluntarily uses a telematics device to transmit OBD data to DEQ, they do not
need to enroll with DEQ Too in advance, but they must agree to certain terms and conditions on the website before results will be shown.
S-type Telematics Design Requirements Encourage Widespread Distribution of Testing Devices
The Oregon DEQ Too program relies on a free-enterprise, open-market approach whereby the vehicle emissions test can be performed remotely at multiple
business locations and the telematics test equipment can vary from location to location; depending on the equipment provider. A primary goal of DEQ in
creating these terms and conditions for the S-type telematics device provider is to encourage widespread distribution of the testing devices;
especially for the general public. To meet this goal, DEQ seeks to enter into agreement with providers who can deliver S-type devices and
methodologies that work well in any type of DEQ Too testing business environment.
To ensure widespread distribution of testing devices, all S-type devices and methodologies should be built primarily for less experienced users. Requiring
consistent features and user-friendliness for the less experienced users will also work for the more experienced users. Also, all S-type devices and
methodologies should be built to primarily support workplace environments which are fast-pace, high-volume, with individual employees serving multiple
customers at the same time, across multiple point-of-service locations. If the devices and methodologies can function well under those types of working
conditions, then they will also function well in lower paced, lower volume type of conditions. Ensuring the devices and methodologies are built in this
manner helps achieve and maintain compliance with Oregon Administrative Rule 340-256-0358. Namely, the emissions test needs to be such that it can be
performed in any environment by either the vehicle owner or by a representative, on behalf of the vehicle owner.
Therefore, DEQ utilizes certain terms and conditions under the Obligations section of this Agreement to ensure that the testing equipment and process
recognizes and/or accommodates high pace/volume businesses:
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By ensuring that the testing equipment/processes provides consistent features for motorists so they can easily use the equipment at any DEQ Too
participating business, regardless of which S-type provider made the device.
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Which are accustomed to their customers remaining inside their vehicle while on the business' location. (For example, in Oregon, motorists are not
allowed to pump their own fuel at a gas station)
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Which use individual employees to serve multiple customers at the same time, across multiple point-of-service locations.
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Where the testing equipment will not necessarily be available at every point-of-service location on the premises.
Due to all of these business characteristics, when the testing equipment is not in use it should be in a location that does not require the
business' employees to deviate from or interrupt their normal path of service delivery. Therefore, the testing equipment component(s) should:
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Be small and mobile enough for the employees to carry in a pocket of pants/shorts/shirt/jacket, on a belt clip/holster or on a breakaway lanyard
around their neck.
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Make for a smooth and uncomplicated passing back and forth through a car window; ergonomically built for ease of holding with one hand.
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Be capable of being used in a process that takes limited and quick action from start to finish while the motorist is on the business' premises.
Vehicle Owners will Obtain Results Using the DEQ Too Website
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The vehicle owner will enter their license plate or VIN to display their test results.
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If the vehicle is "Unready", the website will indicate what that means.
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If DEQ has failed the vehicle (Check Engine Light has been commanded "ON"), the website will indicate why and provide a link to DEQ's Recognized
Auto Repair Shops.
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Once the vehicle has passed the test, the owner will pay DEQ's certification fee via the website.
How the DMV Registration Process Works in Oregon; Specifically with the DEQ Too Program
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Dealerships: Oregon auto dealerships (or their customers purchasing the vehicle) must obtain a paper certificate entitled a "DEQ Clean Air
Certificate" as proof that the vehicle has passed DEQ's test. The certificate is printed on secure-authenticated paper. Within the online DEQ Too
program, an electronic certificate contains the name of the auto dealership and a uniquely generated QR code for security and auditing purposes. As
with a paper Clean Air Certificate, a paper printout of the E-Certificate is used for proof of passing DEQ's test in order to receive registration
plates and stickers for a vehicle. These DMV registration items are received in one of two methods:
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Dealerships participating in DMV's Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR), receive vehicle registration plates and stickers from the EVR program.
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Dealerships not participating in the EVR program, receive vehicle registration plates and stickers from DMV; either through the mail or in-person
at a DMV field office.
E-Certificates cannot be used for any DMV or DEQ transaction at a DEQ Clean Air Station.
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Fleets: Companies with a fleet of vehicles must obtain a paper certificate entitled a "DEQ Clean Air Certificate" as proof that the vehicle has
passed DEQ's test. If and when a fleet chooses to use the online DEQ Too program, once the vehicle passes DEQ and the fleet pays for their
electronic certificate, that E-Certificate will contain the name of the fleet company and a uniquely generated QR code for security and auditing
purposes. As with a paper Clean Air Certificate, the E-Certificate is used for proof of passing DEQ's test in the following ways; depending on the
type of fleet:
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DMV-Registered-Fleets receive and maintain "Permanent Fleet" license plates from DMV. DMV has a registration renewal process specifically for
these privately owned Permanent Fleet companies. While the process includes submittal of a printed E-Certificate to DMV, it does not include
renewal stickers nor does it include online renewal with DMV.
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For vehicle's that are a part of a private company's fleet, but not a part of DMV-Registered-Fleets, renewal is required and these fleets'
license plates do use registration renewal stickers. The renewal process includes submittal of a printed E-Certificate to DMV when these fleets
renew registration through the mail or in-person at a DMV field office. A printout of the E-Certificate is not necessary when these fleets
renew online with DMV.
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For vehicles that are a part of a governmental fleet (E-Plate), no DMV registration renewal is required, but the emissions test is still
required so DEQ needs the proof of passing. DEQ will view the governmental fleet's E-Certificates online to verify that vehicles have passed
the emissions test.
E-Certificates cannot be used for any DMV or DEQ transaction at a DEQ Clean Air Station.
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General Public Motorists: When using DEQ Too, motorists will not be allowed to use remote OBD emissions test results to
renew registration via the mail, in-person at a DMV field office or at a DEQ Clean Air Station. Motorists will be made aware of this prior to
purchasing a DEQ E-Certificate on the DEQ Too website. Renewal of registration must only be done on-line with DMV in
order to participate in Oregon's DEQ Too program:
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Renewal reminders are mailed from DMV to the vehicle owner about 90 days prior to the date the vehicle registration stickers expire on a
license plate. The renewal reminder also serves as the renewal application. The renewal reminder comes with an on-line renewal access code.
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At the moment a motorist obtains a DEQ E-Certificate through the DEQ Too website, DMV immediately receives data from DEQ indicating that the
vehicle has passed the emissions test. Then the motorist can renew on-line with DMV and receive registration stickers in the mail in as few as
3 business days.
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The ability for the general public to renew their registration on-line with DMV is about a 165 day window. As early as 90 days before the
registration expiration date and then 75 days after. Other than that window, on-line renewal with DMV is not allowed.
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Note that DMV's registration renewal expiration date is every 2 years and is not connected to the VIN, per se. In Oregon, registration stickers
are issued for a vehicle to be affixed to the vehicle's front and back license plates – but then the license plates (along with their stickers)
may be moved to a different vehicle. Whatever expiration date exists for the license plate stickers becomes the expiration date for the
vehicle.
PROGRAM OBLIGATIONS
On behalf of my company, I agree to the following terms and conditions:
Shared Telematics Device Provider
We are a company with which a Host, Auto Dealership or Fleet business directly or indirectly enters into an agreement to lease, purchase and/or otherwise
activate our shared telematics device (a "S-type" device). A S-type is an after-market plug-in device that can be shared for use by multiple vehicles; one
vehicle at a time. We allow transmission of a snapshot of OBD data to DEQ from our S-type device if at least the following conditions are met:
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The Host, Auto Dealership or Fleet business from where our device is transmitting data is currently on the DEQ Too Business
Participant List.
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A valid E-VIN exists for the vehicle(s) (typically 2005 and newer model year vehicles)
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Voluntary permission is granted to transmit the vehicle owner's OBD data to DEQ. At a minimum, this permission is deemed granted when the vehicle
owner:
Strictly Within Scope of VIP Program and Only DEQ Makes Compliance Determination
As described in the Agreement's Background section, we will not allow our DEQ Too-approved equipment and methodology to be used in any manner
which places required conditions upon or provides incentive to vehicle owners, businesses, or other individuals or entities to test or repair
Oregon registered vehicles which are outside the scope of the VIP Program.
Compliance determination is solely DEQ's role. Our company will not provide any vehicle emissions inspection pass/fail/unready determination to a motorist,
Host, Auto Dealership or Fleet. We will not use any statement similar to "Your vehicle is not ready for DEQ's test" or "is Unready for DEQ's test", "Your
vehicle has Failed DEQ" or "Has passed DEQ" or "Should pass DEQ" or "Only results that are, or appear to be, in compliance with emission standards will be
sent to DEQ".
Requirements for Testing Equipment Design and Process
The need for these specific attributes are described in the BACKGROUND portion of this agreement under the section entitled "S-type Telematics Design
Requirements Encourage Widespread Distribution of Testing Devices". Our company's testing equipment and process complies with the
following attributes:
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Tampering with or Altering OBD Systems is a Violation of the Federal Clean Air Act
Our company understands that it is a violation of Section 203(a)(3) of the Federal Clean Air Act to tamper with or to alter an OBD system from its original
equipment configuration. We will not alter the OBD System on any vehicle and we will not alter any data that we receive from any vehicle's OBD system.
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Meets Transmission Specifications
Our device meets the requirements of the Oregon DEQ Remote OBD Specifications Document for Telematics Device Providers. This includes, but is not
limited to, having the ability to transmit data in either the Key ON/Engine ON mode or the Key ON/Engine OFF mode to accommodate any special
operating needs of Hosts, Dealerships and Fleets. We will explain to businesses how to turn the key or push button to both modes.
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Duration Period of Data Transmission to DEQ
While a vehicle is on location of the DEQ Too Participating Business using our S-type device:
Our test methodology, including the OBD data transmittal time to DEQ, is capable of being accomplished in less than 2 minutes. It's
understood that it may not always be accomplished within 2 minutes if no data network is available at or near the location, if the network is down, slow or
unstable. Nevertheless, our methodology and equipment are proven capable of accomplishing this in less than 2 minutes.
Before or after a vehicle is on location of the DEQ Too Participating Business using our S-type device:
Parts of our process may take some additional set-up time that could slow down the Participating Business' normal pace. Therefore, if our testing equipment
and process requires any necessary actions by a motorist prior to or after their vehicle is on the location of a DEQ Too Participating Business, then our
company will work with the business to help ensure those actions are performed while the motorist is not on location. Based upon our test methodology, this
assistance may include, but not be limited to, the need to communicate with the business' customers in advance, during or after their visit to the
business. Depending on what the business and our company agree to, the business may provide the necessary communication to their customers, we may provide
the communication or we both may. Some businesses may have exceptions (like during slow demand times) and allow the necessary actions to occur while the
customer waits on their property in a matter that they find the least disruptive.
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Communication Messages
There are 3 possible messages that our device will relay:
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Message #1
= When the device is successfully plugged in.
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Message #2
= Device should be unplugged because an error has occurred (as defined in DEQ's Specifications Document).
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Message #3
= When all data has been successfully received by DEQ and transmission is complete so device can be unplugged (as defined in DEQ's Specifications
Document).
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Communication Methods
Our company will use one or more of the following communication methods to ensure motorists can have a consistent expectation and experience at any
Business Participant location; regardless of which S-type device the location is using.
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Visual Methods
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Display Screen
When the appropriate message is called for, the on-screen written instructions will provide at least Message #1, #2 or #3.
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One LED Light Method
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Continuous light = Message #1.
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Rapid pulsating light flashes until unplugged= Message #2.
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Slow pulsating light flashes until unplugged = Message #3.
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Three LED Light Method
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Audio Methods
We understand that the use of the audio method must be combined with at least one other method to comply with Americans with Disability Act for the hearing
impaired. If the volume in the telematics device is adjustable, then the Host, Auto Dealership or Fleet can adjust it to the level that works best in their
environment. If the volume is not adjustable, then the decibel level shall be set at 70 dB at 3 feet (+/- 2 dB).
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Voice
When the appropriate message is called for, the voice instructions will provide at least Message #1, #2 or #3.
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Beeping
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Continuous beep ("beeeeeeeeeeeeeep") = Message #1.
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Rapid pulsating beeps ("beep-beep-beep…") until unplugged = Message #2.
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Slow pulsating beeps ("beep----beep----beep…") until unplugged = Message #3.
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Vibration Method
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Continuous vibration = Message #1.
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Rapid pulsating vibrations ("v͠ib-v͠ib-v͠ib…") until unplugged = Message #2.
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Slow pulsating vibrations ("v͠ib----v͠ib----v͠ib…") until unplugged = Message #3.
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Physical Elements of Testing Equipment
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The size of our S-type telematics device is typical for a telematics device. It is small and light enough to fit in the pockets of
pants/shorts/shirt/jacket, in a carrying belt clip/holster or on a breakaway lanyard around a neck. It's ergonomically built for easy holding,
plugging-in and un-plugging with one hand.
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If our methodology utilizes a display screen device, then we will provide it to the Host, Fleet and/or Auto Dealership. And its
outermost edges, including any protective casing (built-in or otherwise), shall have the following maximum dimensions:
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6¼ inches long
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3¼ inches wide
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1¼ inch thick
These dimensions do not apply to any peripheral equipment designed to charge, store or carry the display screen. This entire condition does not
apply to a situation where a Host has the motorist plug-in and conduct the test by him/herself, if in that situation, our
methodology utilizes the motorist's own display screen (e.g. motorist's smart phone).
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If our methodology requires a cable to connect between our S-type device and another device, the cable will be pliable and flexible enough to
easily wind into a coil that could be worn around a participating business employee's neck or other similar size coil for compact, mobile carrying.
The cable shall also have the following maximum dimensions:
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3 feet long
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¼ inch diameter
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Our company may consider making our telematics device capable of threading a lanyard through it. Certain participating businesses may find a
breakaway lanyard approach appealing because:
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When the telematics device is not in use, it can be worn around an employee's neck for ease of storing and carrying.
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The lanyard could also be thread through a placard that contains the DEQ Too logo and our logo with instructions on one or both sides for how to
conduct the testing process.
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Having the lanyard and placard connected to the telematics device, could minimize the chances of motorist accidentally driving off with the device.
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Our company can use the number "2" as part of a serial number or a version number of our device. But otherwise, our company will not:
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Name our device using the number "2" or the words "Oregon", "DEQ", "Too" or "Two"
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Adhere to or etch into our device the DEQ Too logo or the number "2", or the words "Oregon", "DEQ", "Too" or "Two".
Providing DEQ with our Telematics Device Serial Numbers
We will provide to DEQ the unique serial numbers (LINK_ID) for each device or the range of numbers that we anticipate being used in the DEQ Too program. We
will let DEQ know if and when we need to add or delete device ID numbers. As indicated in the Oregon DEQ Remote OBD Specifications Document, our device
serial number will not exceed 60 alpha-numeric characters starting with a Manufacturing ID abbreviation, followed by abbreviation of device name, then the
ID number. Using an abbreviated device name in the serial number is for if/when our company has more than one device model.
Communication about Financial Transactions
For any financial agreement that we directly or indirectly enter into with existing or prospective customers to obtain our device for use within the DEQ Too program:
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Our agreements will only be between us and our customers; namely, Hosts, Dealerships and/or Fleets. And these agreements will not place restrictions
on our customers over the financial arrangements that they enter into with their own customers.
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We will describe to DEQ the billing mechanism(s) we will use with our customer(s) (lease, sale, per-usage fee or other financial charge).
If there are periodic payments, we will inform DEQ of the frequency (monthly, etc).
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Throughout our participation in the DEQ Too program, the title and description of our fee(s) will make it clear that DEQ does not require the
charge, does not set the amount and none of the money goes to DEQ.
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Acceptable titles include, but are not limited to, "Diagnostic Data Transmission Fee", "Diagnostic Device Purchase Price" and "Diagnostic Device
Lease Amount".
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Unacceptable titles include containing the terms "DEQ", "DEQ Too", "VIP", "Convenience Fee" or anything similar.
Training of the Hosts, Dealerships and Fleets that use our Device
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that Hosts, Dealerships and Fleets have accurate information that represents the DEQ Too program
and helps it be successful. We also recognize that we are in a key position to help those using our device understand how our device works and how the
program works. Therefore, we will provide training using a manual, a video, hands-on or some similar method or a combination of methods. We understand that
DEQ will assist us with accurate content in developing training on these items. Our training will encompass at least the following content and we will
reference this training list in any agreement we enter into with Hosts, Dealerships and Fleets.
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Training that applies to all Hosts, Dealerships and Fleets:
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That DEQ Too only works for vehicles with an electronic vehicle identification number (E-VIN) which are typically model year vehicles 2005 and
newer.
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That Newer Model Year vehicles in Oregon (www.DEQToo.org/nmy) are not required to be tested. If they are
tested using DEQ Too, they will always be passed by the DEQ and there is no charge for DEQ's E-Certificate.
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The typical locations of the OBD port under in vehicles and how to use the DEQ Too website's port locator by vehicle type.
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How to ensure the key (including push-button ignition) is at least in the "On" position in order for the telematics device to work.
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How to plug-in and unplug the device.
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An understanding of the three messages the device communicates to user.
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The communication method(s) our device uses to communicate to user.
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That the DEQ Too program is used for two purposes; both of which are intended to help ensure vehicles are maintained properly for the betterment of
air quality and public health: a) to understand why a Check Engine Light is illuminated, and b) to meet DEQ's testing requirement.
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How ONLY DEQ (not our company) makes and relays the pass/fail determination; utilizing the DEQ Too website.
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That the domain name for the DEQ Too website is www.DEQToo.org.
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How to retrieve results from the test on the DEQ Too website.
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Where to find and print the instructions associated with the result.
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How to pay for an E-Certificate using DEQ's E-Commerce payment system.
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The importance of and how to obtain a paper and/or electronic receipt from DEQ's E-Commerce payment system as it provides proof in case there is a
discrepancy.
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How the business enrolls online as a DEQ Too Participant; emphasizing that there is documentation to send to DEQ as part of the enrollment process. After enrolling, DEQ will send business a checklist to help ensure all documentation is submitted.
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How the business must provide DEQ for review and approval, all communication content intended for explaining and advertising the use of the telematics device with Oregon's DEQ Too program. Such communication includes, but is not limited to, the use of the DEQ Too logo and any written and verbal messaging using mail, coupons, newspaper, magazines, computer/phone applications, texts, emails, newsletters, websites, blogs, TV, radio, social media, etc.
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If the business will have Partnerships, they need to relay the nature of the Partnership to DEQ and emphasize how the business maintains full responsibility for compliance with their T&C regardless of whether tasks are performed by the business or the Partner.
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Additional Training that is specific to only Hosts:
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Understanding that the only value in a DEQ E-Certificate for a member of the public using our device is to complete DMV registration
renewal over the internet. It cannot be used for renewal through the mail or in person at a DMV Field Office or DEQ Clean Air
Station. For the general public, this program will not work for first time registration of vehicles that are new to the state or registrations
related to transferring of title.
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That in order for a member of the public to renew DMV registration using DEQ Too's open-market approach, the following is
REQUIRED:
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DMV's Online Vehicle Registration Renewal System (www.OregonDMV.com/online) must
be used and can only be used for up to 75 days past current expiration date.
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DMV's Online Renewal Access Code must be used and must only be obtained from the motorist's printed DMV registration renewal application form.
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Auto insurance information and all the required certifications including, but not limited to, qualification to register a vehicle in Oregon and
that all information provided on the registration renewal application is true and correct.
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That new registration stickers arrive in the mail from DMV within as few as 3 business days.
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The importance of obtaining and keeping the receipt of payment from DMV's system in the vehicle as it can prevent a ticket from law enforcement
while waiting on the stickers to arrive in the mail.
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Emphasize the importance of the Host's T&C section entitled "Communication about Financial Transactions"; when communicating about their charges to customers.
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Additional Training that is specific to only Dealerships:
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How to print an E-Certificate containing our dealership name and unique QR code.
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As with a regular DEQ Clean Air Certificate, how the printed E-Certificate is used as proof of passing DEQ's test and DMV's registration items are
received in one of two methods:
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Dealerships participating in DMV's Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR), receive vehicle registration plates and stickers from the EVR program.
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Dealerships not participating in the EVR program, receive vehicle registration plates and stickers from DMV; either through the mail or in-person
at a DMV field office.
E-Certificates cannot be used for any DMV or DEQ transaction at a DEQ Clean Air Station.
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Additional Training that is specific to only Fleets:
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How to print an E-Certificate containing our fleet company name and unique QR code.
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How the administration process works for various fleets. Fleets not using the DEQ Too option must obtain a paper certificate entitled a "DEQ Clean
Air Certificate" as proof that the vehicle has passed DEQ's test. If and when a fleet chooses to use the DEQ Too program, once the vehicle passes
DEQ and the fleet pays for their electronic certificate, that E-Certificate will contain the name of the fleet company and a uniquely generated QR
code for security and auditing purposes. As with a paper Clean Air Certificate, the E-Certificate is used for proof of passing DEQ's test in the
following ways; depending on the type of fleet:
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DMV-Registered-Fleets receive and maintain "Permanent Fleet" license plates from DMV. DMV has a registration renewal process specifically for these
privately owned Permanent Fleet companies. While the process includes submittal of a printed E-Certificate to DMV, it does not include renewal
stickers nor does it include online renewal with DMV.
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For vehicle's that are a part of a private company's fleet, but not a part of DMV-Registered-Fleets, renewal is required and these fleets' license
plates do use registration renewal stickers. The renewal process includes submittal of a printed E-Certificate to DMV when these fleets renew
registration through the mail or in-person at a DMV field office. A printout of the E-Certificate is not necessary when these fleets renew online
with DMV.
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For vehicles that are a part of a governmental fleet (E-Plate), no DMV registration renewal is required, but the emissions test is still required
so DEQ needs the proof of passing. DEQ will view the governmental fleet's E-Certificates online to verify that vehicles have passed the emissions
test.
E-Certificates cannot be used for any DMV or DEQ transaction at a DEQ Clean Air Station.
User Interface Software
If we elect to provide user interface software to a Dealership, Fleet or Host that allows them to use our interface instead of, or in addition to, using
the official DEQ Too website, we understand and will make it clear that:
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DEQ does not require us or the companies to use any interface software, the DEQ Too website can work for the companies as a standalone system, and
we will still provide the companies with the minimum training about the DEQ Too website (as described in the preceding section).
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Prior to using the software, we, or a Partner on our behalf, will first receive DEQ's approval. After demonstrating to DEQ how the interface
software works, DEQ will have up to 30 days to indicate what changes, if any, are required.
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DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that features of the DEQ Too website and program are represented in a certain manner to all users. Therefore,
DEQ's review includes, but is not be limited to, the following:
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The user interface methodology aligns with the intent of any portions of this Agreement.
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All the data entry that the DEQ Too website receives via the user interface must be authorized by the companies and done as DEQ requires.
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All the output and communication the companies receive from the DEQ Too website via the user interface must be authorized by the companies and done
as DEQ requires. This includes indication that test results have been determined solely by DEQ.
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If any mobile display screen device is used as part of our methodology to complete transactions with the DEQ Too website, then its outermost edges,
including any protective casing (built-in or otherwise), shall have the following maximum dimensions:
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6¼ inches long
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3¼ inches wide
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1¼ inch thick
These dimensions do not apply to any peripheral equipment designed to charge, store or carry the display screen.
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Any problems caused by our software is our responsibility.
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We will not indicate to the companies that we created the remote OBD testing option in Oregon. Our software will display the DEQ Too logo on any
user screen that contains vehicle emissions testing activity. Note: The testing method is made possible in Oregon only because DEQ initiated this
convenient option. The Oregon Legislature provided the statutory authority to DEQ and its commission to develop rules authorizing remote OBD
testing.
Partnerships with Other Companies
In participating in Oregon's DEQ Too program, we may partner with one or more companies to help implement the DEQ Too program or who may otherwise
interface with Hosts, Auto Dealerships or Fleets regarding the DEQ Too program (our "Partner" or a "Partnership"). Example Partners include, but are not
limited to, auto dealership associations, auto repair associations, device resellers/distributors, and systems/software applications provider/integrator,
etc. We will provide to DEQ a description of the nature of any Partnership. Since we may change Partners or add some, if anything changes significantly in
the nature of our type of Partnerships, we will inform DEQ within 15 days of the change. DEQ may acknowledge that our company and our Partner companies are
involved in the DEQ Too program. The form of acknowledgement may include, but not be limited to, DEQ mentioning the partnership on the DEQ Too website.
Within 15 days of a written request from DEQ, we will provide to DEQ a list (or website link) of the names of our current Partners. If DEQ deems that our
Partnership is not in the best interest of DEQ, DEQ may elect to terminate this Agreement.
We have full responsibility to DEQ for the duties and obligations under this Agreement. We maintain full responsibility regardless of whether they are
performed by us or our Partners. If one or more of the following obligations are applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will
provide a copy of this agreement to the Partner and ensure the Partner complies with the applicable obligation(s):
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The section on Attributes of Testing Equipment and Process
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The section on Advertising and Explaining the Use of our Devices with DEQ Too
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The section on Financial Transaction Communication
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
Advertising and Explaining the Use of our Devices with DEQ Too
We acknowledge that DEQ has a strong interest in ensuring that the communication directed toward Hosts, Auto Dealerships, Fleets or Partners accurately
represents the DEQ Too program and conforms with DEQ trademark usage policies. Therefore, we will provide to DEQ for DEQ review and approval all
communication content we, or our Partners, intend for explaining and advertising the use of our telematics device with Oregon's DEQ Too program. This
includes communication that we or our Partners intend to relay to any external audience that we are involved in remote OBD in the State of Oregon. If DEQ
does not provide a response to us within 15 days of receiving the material, then the communication content will be deemed approved. Such communication
related to the DEQ Too program includes, but is not limited to, the use of the DEQ Too logo and any written and verbal messaging to Hosts, Auto
Dealerships, Fleets, or Partners using mail, coupons, newspaper, magazines, computer/phone applications, texts, emails, newsletters, websites, blogs, TV,
radio, social media, etc. Any advertising we do about DEQ Too will reference the name of the program ("DEQ Too") and prominently display the DEQ Too logo
(except when advertising isn't visible such as over the radio).
DEQ will provide us an electronic copy of the DEQ Too design mark (logo) and grants to us the right to use the logo only after DEQ has placed us upon the
DEQ Too Business Participant List. The logo (which resembles an Oregon license plate) and the word mark ("DEQ Too™") are trademarks of DEQ and the property
of DEQ. We, and our Partners, shall use the logo and word mark in conformance with the Authorized Use of DEQ Too Trademarks document. Upon removal of our
company from the DEQ Too Business Participant List, we will immediately cease the use of the DEQ Too logo and word mark and ensure our Partners also do so.
When we advertise or communicate about our devices to Hosts, Auto Dealerships, Fleets and Partner companies, we will inform them of the information
available at www.DEQToo.org . We will also make it very clear that we do not have
an exclusive arrangement with DEQ to provide the DEQ Too service and that DEQ does not endorse any telematics provider over another. We will ensure our
Partners also do so if they advertise or communicate with Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets.
Estimating and Tracking Potential and Actual Program Demand
By the 10th of each month, we agree to report on the following data (cumulative totals as of the end of the previous month):
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The name of companies that have entered into agreements with our company to use our S-type device for DEQ Too. Their operational addresses and
whether they are a Host, Auto Dealership or Fleet. In addition, for Hosts, we will provide a description of the nature of their primary business
and that their primary business is indeed being maintained. (not a business solely for DEQ vehicle testing).
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The number of non-repeat-visitors viewing our web page(s) that cover our device(s)' and company's ability to participate in Oregon's DEQ Too
Program.
OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Term of Agreement; Termination of Agreement.
This Agreement shall begin upon the date our company is added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List until December 31st of the year we were
added to the list. Each January 1, the Agreement will automatically renew for one year unless DEQ provides at least 30 days written notice to us or either
party otherwise terminates in accordance with this Agreement. The parties can terminate this Agreement as follows: (a) Either party can terminate this
agreement with 30 days notice at any time; (b) DEQ can terminate this agreement, or suspend acceptance of data transmitted from our devices, immediately
upon our failure to comply with the terms of this agreement; or (c) DEQ can terminate this agreement if it elects to discontinue or suspend the DEQ Too
Program for any reason. Without terminating the agreement, DEQ may, at any time, modify the Program Obligations of this Agreement. If DEQ does so, it will
provide notice to us and identify the modification. If we do not wish to continue after receiving notice of the modification of the Program Obligations, we
can terminate this agreement. Our continued use of the DEQ Too Program for longer than 30 days after we receive notice of the modification of the Program
Obligations means we have agreed to the new Program Obligation terms.
When this Agreement is terminated for any reason, (a) we must stop using the DEQ Too logo; (b) we must notify in writing any Host, Auto Dealership or Fleet
that is using our device that we must stop transmitting vehicle data to DEQ; and (c) DEQ will remove us from the DEQ Too Business Participant List and will
no longer accept data transmitted from our devices.
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Assignment. Except as is expressly allowed below, we shall not assign this Agreement, in whole or in part, without DEQ's prior written consent,
which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Our assignment of this Agreement to a parent, affiliate, subsidiary or to a successor organization by
merger or acquisition does not require the consent of DEQ. The provisions of this Agreement will be binding upon and will inure to the benefit of any
successors and permitted assigns.
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Survival. Any provision of this Agreement which imposes an obligation after termination or expiration of this Agreement shall survive the
termination or expiration of this Agreement.
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Confidentiality. We acknowledge that, in the course of performing our responsibilities under this Agreement, we may be exposed to or acquire
information that is confidential to DEQ. Any information we receive or acquire relating to DEQ in the performance of this Agreement is deemed to be
confidential information of DEQ ("Confidential Information"), with the exception of (i) information that becomes part of the public
domain through lawful means and without breach of any confidentiality obligation by us; (ii) information subsequently and rightfully received from third
parties who have the necessary rights to transfer the information without any obligation of confidentiality; (iii)information that was known to us prior to
the effective date of the Agreement without obligation of confidentiality; (iv) information that is independently developed by us and documented in writing
without use of, or reference to, any confidential information of DEQ; and (v) information required to be disclosed by law.
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Indemnity. We shall indemnify and hold harmless DEQ, the State of Oregon, and their agents, officials and employees harmless from all claims,
demands, suits, actions, proceedings, losses, liabilities, damages, awards and costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees), which may be brought or made
against DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents, officials or employees and arising out of or related to any of the following (each, an "indemnifiable
loss"): (i) any personal injury, death or property damage caused by any alleged act, omission, error, fault, mistake or negligence of us, our employees,
agents, or representatives in connection with or incident to the use of our devices related to the Agreement; (ii) any act or omission by us that
constitutes a material breach of the Agreement, including any breach of warranty; or (iii) the infringement of any patent, copyright, trademark, trade
secret or other proprietary right of any third party related to our devices used under this Agreement. DEQ shall promptly notify us in writing of any
action, claim or demand of which DEQ becomes aware and which DEQ reasonably expects to result in an indemnifiable loss. Our obligation under this section
does not extend to any indemnifiable loss to the extent caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of DEQ, the State of Oregon, or their agents,
officials or employees.
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Defense of Claims. To the extent we are required under this Agreement to defend DEQ against claims asserted by third parties, DEQ shall
reasonably cooperate in good faith, at our reasonable expense, in the defense of the claim and we shall select counsel reasonably acceptable to the Oregon
Attorney General to defend the claim and shall bear all costs of counsel. The Oregon Attorney General's acceptance of counsel may not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed. Counsel must accept appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General under ORS Chapter 180 before counsel may act in
the name of, or represent the interests of, the State of Oregon, DEQ, its officers, employees or agents. DEQ may elect to assume its own defense with an
attorney of its own choice and its own expense at any time DEQ determines important governmental interests are at stake. DEQ shall promptly provide notice
to us of any claim that may result in an obligation on the part of us to defend. Subject to these limitations, we may defend a claim with counsel of our
own choosing, on the condition that no settlement or compromise of any claim may occur without the consent of DEQ, which consent must not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed.
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Governing Law; Jurisdiction; Venue. This Agreement is to be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without
giving effect to its conflict of law principles, and applicable federal law. Any action or suit brought by the parties relating to this Agreement must be
brought and conducted exclusively in the Circuit Court of Marion County for the State of Oregon in Salem, Oregon, unless the claim must be brought in a
federal forum, in which case it must be brought and adjudicated exclusively within the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. We hereby
consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts, waive any objection to venue in these courts, and waive any claim that either of these courts is an
inconvenient forum. In no way may this section or any other term of this Agreement be construed as a waiver by the State of Oregon of any form of defense
or immunity, whether it is sovereign immunity, governmental immunity, immunity based on the Eleventh Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, or
otherwise, from any Claim or from the jurisdiction of any court.
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Not a part of DEQ. We shall not act as an agent or employee of DEQ.
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General Representations and Warranties. We represent and warrant to DEQ that (i) we have the power and authority to enter into and perform this
Agreement; (ii) this Agreement, when executed and delivered, will be a valid and binding obligation of us enforceable in accordance with its terms; (iii)
we will, at all times during the term of this Agreement, be qualified to do business in the State of Oregon.
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Limitation of Liability. In no event shall either party be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, lost data or other consequential or
incidental damages.
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Tax Compliance Certificate. Our company will provide to DEQ a signed tax compliance certification that certifies the following:
By executing this tax compliance certification, I certify under penalty of perjury that I am authorized to act on behalf of the Company and that, to the
best of my knowledge, we are not in violation of any Oregon Tax Laws. For purposes of this certification, "Oregon Tax Laws" means a state tax imposed by
ORS 320.005 to 320.150 (Miscellaneous Taxes) and ORS chapters 118 (Inheritance Tax), 314 (Income Tax), 316 (Personal Income Tax), 317 (Corporation Excise
Tax), 318 (Corporation Income Tax), 321 (Forest Products Tax) and 323 (Cigarettes And Tobacco Products Tax), and the elderly rental assistance program
under ORS 310.630 to 310.706; and any local taxes administered by the Department of Revenue under ORS 305.620.
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Liability Insurance. At all times while participating in the program:
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We agree to carry Commercial General Liability or Garage Liability insurance with a minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence for any number of claimants.
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If not otherwise covered by our liability insurance, we also agree to carry insurance that protects our company in the event of damage to vehicles that used our device.
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Notice and other Communication that is required of us under this Agreement will be provided in writing or email delivered to DEQ at the below
addresses:
DOCUMENTATION
We understand that DEQ will not include us on the DEQ Too Business Participant List without first receiving documentation demonstrating that we meet the
requirements of this program. Our documentation will be submitted within 7 days following our electronic submittal of the DEQ Too Business Participant
enrollment form using www.DEQToo.org. We understand that the final determination of our participation is made by DEQ and that DEQ's goal is to make
their determination within 30 days of receiving our documentation. DEQ will inform us in writing when we are added to the DEQ Too Business Participant List.
We understand that the documentation must include, but may not be limited to:
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A written statement and signature making it clear to DEQ that the individual agreeing to the terms and conditions via the DEQ Too electronic
enrollment form has the authority to commit to the agreement on behalf of the company.
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Submittal of our telematics device(s) and any other required equipment and a description of our test process so DEQ can verify everything functions
as we have described.
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The unique serial numbers (LINK_ID) for each device or the range of numbers that we anticipate being used in the DEQ Too program.
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Any technical/electronic address that DEQ needs for certification/security.
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An operational contact name, telephone number and email address will be provided to DEQ for DEQ's internal use only.
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A customer service phone number and/or electronic address so that DEQ can provide this contact information upon request from our customers if/when
they experience difficulties with our device/process.
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The Certificate of Insurance.
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The signed Tax Compliance Certificate (DEQ provides the certificate needing our signature).
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Certification that our business is legally authorized to do business in the State of Oregon.
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Show how we are the company with which Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets directly or indirectly enter into agreements to lease or own our
device.
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The title and description of any fees or other financial charges to Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets and a description of our billing
mechanism and frequency.
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A copy of the training materials we will use for Hosts, Dealerships and Fleets.
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A description of the method(s) used to ensure that the motorist has voluntarily agreed that we will send OBD data to DEQ on their behalf.
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The approximate number of Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleet locations we anticipate marketing our device(s) to when we first start participating
in the DEQ Too program. We will list the number of locations separately for Hosts, Auto Dealerships and Fleets. Numbers only; names and addresses
not required.
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How we make it clear to Hosts, Auto Dealerships and/or Fleets and any Partner company that we do not have an exclusive arrangement with DEQ to
provide this service and that DEQ does not endorse any telematics device provider over another.
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A description of the nature of any Partnerships that we currently have and their role(s). If one or more of the following obligations are
applicable to the role performed by a particular Partner, then we will provide DEQ with a written description and any accompanying documentation of
how we ensure the Partner:
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Complies with any and all of the obligations under the Program Obligations section
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Not act as an Agent or Employee of DEQ
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Keep Confidential Information confidential
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Initial communication content and methods we, or our Partners, intend for explaining and advertising the use our telematics device with Oregon's
DEQ Too program.
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If applicable, materials demonstrating how our user interface software is intended to work.