Free Consultancy Services Contract Template
Consultancy Services Contract
This Consultancy Service Contract ("Contract") is entered into by and between [Your Company Name], located at [Your Company Address], hereinafter referred to as the "Consultant," and [CLIENT NAME], located at [CLIENT ADDRESS], hereinafter referred to as the "Client." This Contract shall be effective as of [EFFECTIVE DATE].
1. Scope of Work
The Consultant agrees to provide consultancy services ("Services") as described herein. The Services shall include, but are not limited to:
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Conducting market research on emerging trends in the tech industry.
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Analyzing competitor strategies and providing recommendations.
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Developing a comprehensive marketing plan for the Client's new product launch.
3. Deliverables
The Consultant shall deliver the following to the Client upon completion of the Services:
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Market research report detailing key findings and insights.
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Competitive analysis document outlining competitor strategies.
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Marketing plan document with actionable recommendations for the product launch.
4. Compensation
In consideration for the Services provided by the Consultant, the Client shall pay the Consultant a fee of USD 10,000 ("Fee"). The Fee shall be payable in two equal installments, with the first installment due upon signing of this Contract and the second installment due upon delivery of the final deliverables.
5. Duration
This Contract shall commence on April 15, 2050, and shall continue until the completion of the Services, estimated to be no later than June 30, 2050, unless terminated earlier by the provisions herein.
6. Confidentiality
Both Parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all information shared during the term of this Contract and thereafter. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to, proprietary business information, trade secrets, and client data.
7. Intellectual Property
Any intellectual property developed or created by the Consultant during the provision of the Services shall belong exclusively to the Client. The Consultant agrees to assign all rights, title, and interest in such intellectual property to the Client.
8. Termination
Either Party may terminate this Contract with written notice to the other Party if:
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The other Party breaches any material term of this Contract and fails to cure such breach within 15 days of receiving written notice thereof; or
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Either Party becomes insolvent, bankrupt, or otherwise unable to perform its obligations under this Contract.
9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Contract shall be governed by and construed by the laws of the State of California. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Contract shall be resolved through arbitration by the rules of the American Arbitration Association, with one arbitrator appointed by mutual agreement of the Parties.
10. Entire Agreement
This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral, relating to such subject matter.
11. Amendments
Any amendments to this Contract must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Contract as of the date first above written.
[YOUR COMPANY NAME] (Consultant)
[DATE SIGNED]
[CLIENT'S NAME] (Client)
[DATE SIGNED]