Legal Terms and Conditions

YOU MUST READ AND ACCEPT BEFORE FILLING OUT THE APPLICATION

Overview of key aspects of the Mercury/MotorGuide Competitive Angling Program for applicants to review prior to filling out the on-line application

Because the Competitive Angling Sponsorship Process is Electronic, Mercury would like to bring to your attention the sponsorship application process so you will understand what to expect as your application goes through the different stages. Also, we will bring to your attention a few important key highlights of the program. Please read the following overview prior to filling out the application so we can assist with the success of your process and experience.

Application Process (know where you are at every step of the way, and expect email updates during the process)

Note: All anglers, guides and tournaments must be evaluated by a dealer or OEM partner. The correct partner email must be included on the electronic form. If the correct email information is not provided, your partner will not receive the request to provide feedback and your application cannot be processed.

1. Fill out all required information and hit submit
2. When the application has been successfully submitted an email will be generated to your email address provided, letting you know your application is now submitted and has been sent to the specified partner for feedback. (If you do not receive an email then your application is not submitted. This is important because of the November 30th deadline)
3. When (and only when) the partner feedback has been completed another email will be generated to let you know your partner has done the evaluation and the application has now been submitted to Mercury for review. If you do not receive this email then your partner feedback has not been completed and application is not ready to be reviewed. At this point if a week has passed - please contact your partner to remind them and make sure they actually received the request for partner feedback successfully.
4. Once the partner feedback is successfully completed the application is at Mercury and ready to be reviewed. When the application is reviewed a final email will be generated to let the applicant know the details of their pro staff or tournament application and if approved the level will be outlined. If approved - the approval email will contain links to attachments with all necessary information and the applicant is now ready to order!! PLEASE READ ALL INFO

Important Highlights of the Program

Application Process: The application process is automated. Please be advised we do not accept printed applications.

Program Time Line: The 2019 program runs from September 1, 2018 through August 15, 2019

Application Process: Applications will be processed ASAP as long, as the partner feedback has been successfully submitted. Time lines may vary so please apply early. If product is needed immediately please let us know and we will prioritize your application review. Submitting an application does not guarantee approval and not all applications will be approved.

Application Timeframe: Applications for 2019PY must be received by November 30th. 2018. After November 30th, 2018 the application process for 2019 will close. (No Exceptions)

Standard Package Approval: Standard package approved is for one engine package per program year, unless otherwise outlined and approved at the time of the application process. Purchases are for the approved angler, guide or organization only and no product should be purchased for re-sale including the pro team clothing.

Credits and Credit balances: If approved for the Pro Team direct or the National Pro Team level - all orders must be submitted by August 15, 2019 and no credits will be carried over. Please track your orders and balances as statements of credit balances are not provided.

Pricing: If approved for the Pro Team direct or the National Pro Team level - pricing is subject to change without notice. Approval is based on current pricing that is published on the order form provided in your approval email. Pricing and credits are determined on pricing that is in effect at the time the order is placed with orderwithmerc@mercmarine.com

Rebates: A rebate application approval does not mean an automatic rebate will be awarded. Anglers must send in the appropriate rebate forms and meet the rebate program criteria to be eligible to receive a rebate. The rebates will be paid out according to the rebate level approved and the corresponding horsepower table outlined in the policies and approval email. No bill of sale will be required as purchase will be verified via the serial # and the rebate form is now electronic, and provided via a link in the approval email. Anglers approved on the rebate program will be eligible for a one time, per program year Mercury consumables rebate for up to $1,000. (Please see the 2019 Competitive Angling Program policies for all details.)

Terms:

1. Memo Bill - Anglers approved on the Pro team direct level who have chosen the option of memo bill 360 day terms, understand that by choosing this option Mercury will run a CBR (Credit Bureau Report) at the time of order to determine eligibility.
2. Sales Tax - Buying direct from Mercury/Sales tax - The anglers/tournaments are the end user of the products. By accepting the sponsorship and ordering direct the angler/organization agrees to pay applicable sales tax. Applicants receiving no charge product will be issued a Form 1099 for the fair market value of the product. (Please refer to the program policies for more information).

As an angler/ tournament or guide I understand that the relationship I have with my dealer or OEM partner is an important part of this process and success as a Mercury pro team member:

Anglers and organizations that partner with dealers and OEM’s should be assisting their business in many ways to promote themselves and the dealership. The expectations should be defined between the angler and dealer prior to the angler or tournament filling out the application. Your dealer or OEM will evaluate you and this will result in accountability year over year.

Examples of ways these relationships can assist

• Anglers/Tournaments and events can serve as a platform for demo rides with qualified customers
• Anglers can hold seminars or assist with dealership open houses and special events
• Anglers can generate leads and promote the dealership at events and special appearances
• Anglers and event organizers can assist at boat shows
• Tournaments can provide a venue for dealership boat and product displays at select events
• Increased sales via the rebate program

These are only a few examples but these partnerships can lead to valuable leads, increased sales and assistance in many ways. It is up to you and your dealer or OEM partner to define the criteria of your mutually beneficial relationship.

Early Termination: Mercury Marine created the Competitive Angling Program to support the Mercury Marine brand.  In return for support of the brand, program participants have access to certain benefits (described in the 2019 Sponsorship Program Policies).  However, because Mercury Marine brand support is the reason for the existence of the program, if the actions or inactions of a program participant compromises, or threatens to compromise, the Mercury Marine brand, Mercury Marine may terminate an individual’s participation in the Competitive Angling Program on written notice (including via email), effective immediately.  All Early Termination decisions will be made by Mercury Marine, in its exclusive judgment. 

For more information, visit the website at www.mercurymarine.com/sponsorships where you will find 2019 FAQ’s and the official 2019 Sponsorship Policy.

Please read this entire page as it contains important information. You will be able to proceed in 3 minutes.