Last Updated: January 24, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the website located at https://govbids.io (the “Site”) and any services, features, or content provided thereby (collectively, the “Service”), you agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). These Terms constitute a binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and [Govbids.io / Legal Entity Name] (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU MUST NOT USE THE SITE OR SERVICES.

2. Description of Services

Govbids.io is a proprietary platform that aggregates government procurement opportunities, including bids, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and tenders, from various public sources. The Service is provided solely for informational and research purposes to assist vendors in identifying potential business opportunities.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Govbids.io is a private entity and is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or a representative of any federal, state, or local government agency. We do not issue government contracts, conducting bidding processes, or award tenders.

3. Data Accuracy and Reliance

The Service relies on data obtained from third-party government sources. While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant the completeness, timeliness, or accuracy of any information on the Site.

• Verification: You are solely responsible for verifying all bid details (including deadlines, specifications, and submission requirements) directly with the issuing government agency.
• No Liability for Missed Opportunities: We are not liable for any lost profits, missed deadlines, or rejected bids resulting from reliance on data provided by the Service, including system outages or notification failures.

4. User Accounts and Security

• Registration: Access to certain features requires creating an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
• Credentials: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. You notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
• One User, One Account: Accounts are for individual or single-entity use only. Sharing login credentials with third parties to circumvent subscription fees is strictly prohibited.

5. Subscriptions and Billing

• Fees: Certain aspects of the Service may be provided for a fee (“Subscription”). You agree to pay all fees associated with your selected Subscription plan.
• Automatic Renewal: Unless you cancel before the end of the current billing period, your Subscription will automatically renew for the same duration at the then-current rate.
• Refund Policy: [Insert Policy, e.g., All fees are non-refundable except as required by law.]
• Cancellation: You may cancel your Subscription at any time via your account settings. Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current billing cycle.

6. Acceptable Use and Restrictions

You agree not to use the Service to:

1. Scrape or Crawl: Use any robot, spider, scraper, or other automated means to access the Service or extract data for any purpose without our express written permission.
2. Resell Data: Sell, license, or exploit the content on the Site for commercial purposes (e.g., building a competing aggregator).
3. Misrepresent: Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state your affiliation with a government agency.
4. Harm the System: Introduce viruses, malware, or overload the Site’s infrastructure (DDoS).

7. Intellectual Property

• Our IP: The Site’s design, code, “Govbids.io” text, graphics, and the compilation/arrangement of data are the property of the Company and are protected by copyright and trademark laws.
• Government Data: We do not claim ownership of the underlying public domain government documents (e.g., the text of an RFP). However, the specific curation and presentation of this data on our platform constitute our proprietary intellectual property.

8. Third-Party Links and Sites

The Service contains links to third-party government websites (“Official Sources”). We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. You acknowledge that your use of Official Sources is subject to their respective terms and conditions.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL [GOVBIDS.IO], ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Company and its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or in any way connected with (i) your access to or use of the Service, (ii) your violation of these Terms, or (iii) your violation of any third-party right.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or by posting a notice on the Site. Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Sheridan, Wyoming, and the parties hereby consent to personal jurisdiction and venue therein.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: Email: support@govbids.io