(a) All permit to be obtained by the contractor and all other authorizations, approvals, orders or consents required in connection with the execution, delivery and performance of this contract by the contractor have been obtained or will be obtained in due course. The contractor is the holder of , or shall obtain in a timely manner, all that is required to allow it to operate or conduct its business now and as contemplated by this contract, including all licenses required for the performance of design service