Example of Service Contract Agreement

MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-MSA-2026-001
Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

Instructions for Use

• Completion: This document must be completed by the authorized procurement lead or project manager in coordination with the Service Provider. Ensure all appendices are finalized before execution.
• Filing & Retention: Upon execution, forward one original to the Legal Department. Retain this agreement in the corporate contract repository for a minimum of seven (7) years following the termination or expiration date.
• Mandatory Attachments: Ensure the following are attached as Exhibits: (A) Statement of Work (SOW), (B) Fee Schedule, and (C) Insurance Certificates.

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into by and between: Client: [________________] ("Client")
Provider: [________________] ("Provider")

2. SERVICES

Provider agrees to perform the services ("Services") described in the attached Exhibit A. Provider warrants that all Services shall be performed in a professional manner, consistent with industry standards.

3. TERM & TERMINATION

• Term: This Agreement commences on [____/____/2026] and continues until [____/____/2026] unless terminated earlier.
• Termination for Convenience: Either party may terminate this agreement with [__________] days written notice.
• Termination for Cause: Either party may terminate immediately upon material breach by the other party if such breach remains uncured for [__________] days.

4. FEES & PAYMENT

• Compensation: Client shall pay Provider [________________] as total compensation.
• Payment Terms: Net [__________] days from the date of receipt of an undisputed invoice.
• Expense Reimbursement:
  • Pre-approved expenses covered.
  • No expenses covered.

5. CONFIDENTIALITY

"Confidential Information" includes all non-public data, business plans, and trade secrets disclosed by one party to the other. Both parties agree to maintain strict confidentiality for a period of [__________] years following the termination of this Agreement.

6. INDEMNIFICATION & LIABILITY

• Indemnification: Provider agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of Provider’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.
• Limitation of Liability: Except for indemnification obligations, neither party shall be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. Total liability shall not exceed [________________].

7. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State/Province of [________________]. Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be settled via:

• Binding Arbitration
• Litigation in the courts of [________________]

EXECUTION

FOR CLIENT:
Authorized Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: [________________]
Title: [________________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

FOR PROVIDER:
Authorized Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: [________________]
Title: [________________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

Disclaimer: This document is provided as a standardized framework. Consult qualified legal counsel for jurisdiction-specific statutory compliance.