Lab Supplies and Equipment Contract

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Nobody is happy when their prices increases after January 1st. Many customers feel that by signing a pricing agreement (or contract) that they can use this document to restrict price increases. But somehow, spending is more than expected during the 3 - 5 year term of a contract. What happened? How could this have happened?

You've joined an association that offers discounted prices from a major lab supply distributor. Did you get a good deal?