Free Service Contract Letter Format Template
Service Contract Letter Format
This Service Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on this ___ day of _____, 20 (the “Effective Date”), by and between:
Service Provider: [Your Name], [Your Company Address], [Your Company Number], [Your Company Email]
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Client: [Client's Full Legal Name, Address, Phone Number, and Email]
Both collectively referred to as the “Parties” and individually as a “Party.”
1. Scope of Services
The Service Provider agrees to provide the following services to the Client:
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Description of Services:
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[List specific services to be provided]
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[Detail any additional scope or deliverables]
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Deliverables and Deadlines:
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[Specify key deliverables and associated deadlines]
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2. Term and Termination
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Term of Agreement: The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and will continue until [specify end date or ongoing basis], unless terminated earlier as provided herein.
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Termination: Either Party may terminate this Agreement by giving [number] days' written notice to the other Party. Termination is subject to the fulfillment of any outstanding obligations.
3. Payment Terms
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Fee Structure: The Client agrees to pay the Service Provider:
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Fixed Fee: $[Amount] OR
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Hourly Rate: $[Amount] per hour
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Payment Schedule: Payment is due as follows:
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Initial Payment: $[Amount] on [Date]
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Balance Payment: [Amount or percentage] upon completion of services or as scheduled [specify terms]
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Late Payment: Late payments are subject to an additional charge of [specify percentage] per month of delay.
4. Confidentiality
The Service Provider agrees to maintain strict confidentiality of any proprietary or confidential information provided by the Client. This obligation remains in effect for the duration of the Agreement and [specify duration] after termination.
5. Ownership and Intellectual Property Rights
All materials, products, or deliverables created as part of the Services are the exclusive property of:
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Client OR
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Service Provider (Specify if the rights transfer or remain with the provider)
6. Indemnification and Liability
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Indemnification: Each Party agrees to indemnify and hold the other harmless from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from their performance under this Agreement.
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Limitation of Liability: The Service Provider’s liability is limited to the total fees paid by the Client under this Agreement. Neither Party is liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
7. Amendments and Modifications
This Agreement may only be modified or amended in writing, signed by both Parties.
8. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State], without regard to its conflict of law principles.
9. Entire Agreement
This Agreement, including any attached exhibits, represents the entire understanding between the Parties. It supersedes all prior agreements, negotiations, and discussions.
Acknowledgment
By signing below, both Parties agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this Service Contract Agreement.
Service Provider Signature:
[Your Name]
[Your Company Name]
[Date]
Client Signature:
[Client's Name]
[Date]
