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General Terms and Conditions
Nijland Cycling B.V. - July 2025

General terms and conditions of Nijland Cycling B.V. established in (8111 CM) Heeten, Telgenweg 12. Nijland Cycling B.V. is registered with number 38020120.


Definitions

  • Nijland Cycling: The private company Nijland Cycling B.V., also referred to as the Contractor, the Seller, or "Cargo Cycling" (a trade name used under certain circumstances).

  • Other Party / Buyer / Client: Any natural or legal person purchasing goods and/or services from Nijland Cycling.

  • Offer: Any offer, written or verbal, made by Nijland Cycling.

  • Agreement: Any verbal or written agreement between Nijland Cycling and the Other Party for the supply of products or services.

  • General Terms and Conditions: These terms, within the meaning of Article 6:231 of the Dutch Civil Code.

  • Parties: Nijland Cycling and the Other Party collectively.


Article 1 - Applicability
  • These general terms and conditions apply to all legal relationships, offers, agreements and resulting deliveries of services between Nijland Cycling and the other party.

  • Any general terms used by the other party are expressly rejected unless explicitly agreed in writing.

  • Derogations from these terms shall apply only if confirmed in writing and only for the specific agreement in question.

  • If any provision is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in force.

  • Nijland Cycling may unilaterally amend these terms.

  • Unregulated matters shall be interpreted according to the purpose and spirit of these terms.


Article 2 - Offers and Formation of Agreements
  • All offers are non-binding unless explicitly stated otherwise.

  • Prices in offers do not apply automatically to future transactions.

  • The agreement is formed upon acceptance of the offer by the other party.

  • Written confirmations are deemed correct unless objected to in writing within 8 days.

  • Composite offers do not obligate partial delivery.

  • Prices and timelines may be adjusted if the other party's provided information proves incorrect or incomplete.

  • Obvious mistakes in offers do not bind Nijland Cycling.


Article 3 - Execution of the Agreement
  • Nijland Cycling shall perform its obligations to the best of its ability as a best-effort commitment.

  • The other party must provide all required information and items in time.

  • Delays or failures to provide necessary information may result in suspension and/or additional costs.

  • If a deposit is required, Nijland Cycling may postpone performance until payment is received.

  • Nijland Cycling may subcontract work to third parties.


Article 4 - Changes to the Agreement
  • Requested changes must be submitted in writing.

  • Price changes due to alterations are permitted.

  • Delivery times may be extended without consent in case of amendments.


Article 5 - Delivery
  • Risk transfers to the other party upon agreement formation unless otherwise agreed.

  • Delivery dates are indicative. In case of delay, the other party must provide a reasonable grace period.

  • Partial deliveries may occur and be invoiced separately.

  • The other party is responsible for accurate delivery addresses.


Article 6 - Product Warranty
  • Nijland Cycling warrants that delivered items meet usual standards at the time of delivery.

  • For third-party parts, the warranty is limited to what that supplier provides (max. 24 months).

  • At Nijland Cycling’s discretion, valid claims may result in repair, replacement, or refund.

  • Warranty lapses in cases of misuse, wear parts, improper maintenance, unauthorized modifications, or if the other party is in breach of contract.

  • Proper maintenance is the other party's responsibility.

  • The Other Party may not suspend obligations during a warranty claim.


Article 7 - Inspection and Complaints
  • The Other Party must inspect goods upon delivery and notify visible defects within 14 days.

  • Non-visible defects must be reported within 14 days of discovery.

  • No right to suspend obligations arises from complaints.

  • Claims lapse if not submitted within the specified timeframes.


Article 8 - Intellectual Property
  • All IP rights (e.g. drawings, models, processes) remain with Nijland Cycling.

  • If IP rights arise during the contract, they shall vest in Nijland Cycling.

  • If necessary, the other party shall cooperate in transferring such rights.

  • Granted usage rights are non-exclusive, non-transferable, and limited in scope and duration.

  • Nijland Cycling may revoke licenses at any time without compensation.


Article 9 - Retention of Title
  • Ownership of delivered goods remains with Nijland Cycling until full payment is made.

  • The other party may not encumber these goods.

  • Nijland Cycling may reclaim unpaid goods without liability.

  • The other party shall allow access for retrieval if needed and must notify third-party claims.


Article 10 - Payment
  • Prices exclude VAT and additional costs unless stated otherwise.

  • Nijland Cycling may adjust prices due to cost increases.

  • If the increase exceeds 10%, the Other Party may terminate the contract.

  • Payment is due within 14 days of invoice date.

  • Late payment accrues statutory commercial interest.

  • Payments are allocated first to interest, then costs, then oldest invoices.

  • Set-off or suspension by the Other Party is not permitted.


Article 11 - Liability
  • Nijland Cycling is not liable for indirect, consequential, or trading losses, unless due to intent or gross negligence.

  • Liability, if applicable, is capped at the invoice value or insurance payout.

  • The other party indemnifies Nijland Cycling against third-party claims relating to excluded liability situations.

  • No liability exists if the product was misused, poorly maintained, or altered without approval.


Article 12 - Foce Majeure
  • Force majeure includes, but is not limited to, supply chain failures, government actions, strikes, war, epidemics, and unavailability of staff.

  • During force majeure, obligations are suspended.

  • If the situation lasts more than two months, either party may terminate the contract.

  • Partial performance may be invoiced if independently valuable.


Article 13 - Transfer of Risk
  • Risk of loss or damage passes to the other party when control of the goods transfers, e.g., upon delivery.


Article 14 - Right of Withdrawal
  • The right of withdrawal does not apply to custom-made goods or goods manufactured to the other party’s specifications.

  • During any legal reflection period, the other party must handle items with due care.


Article 15 - Termination
  • In the event of breach by Nijland Cycling, the other party must grant a reasonable remedy period.

  • Premature termination without default is not permitted under Dutch law.


Article 16 - Governing Law and Jurisdiction
  • Dutch law applies to all offers, agreements, and related legal acts.

  • All disputes shall be submitted exclusively to the competent court in the District of Zwolle, the Netherlands.