Independent Contractor Services Agreement Example

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-882941
Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

Instructions for Use

• Completion: This document must be completed by the Hiring Manager and the Independent Contractor. Both parties must initial each page to ensure enforceability.
• Filing/Retention: Executed contracts must be stored in the corporate digital document repository. Records must be retained for a minimum of seven (7) years post-termination for tax and audit compliance.
• Attachments: Mandatory attachments include: (a) Scope of Work (SOW) Exhibit A, (b) Completed W-9 or W-8BEN Form, and (c) Evidence of Professional Liability Insurance (if applicable).

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into by and between: Company: [____________] ("Company") Contractor: [____________] ("Contractor")

2. SERVICES & COMPENSATION

Services: The Contractor agrees to provide the services described in the attached Exhibit A.
Fees: The Company shall compensate the Contractor as follows:

• Rate: [____________]
• Payment Terms: [____________] (e.g., Net 30)

3. TERM & TERMINATION

Term: This Agreement shall commence on [____/____/2026] and terminate on [____/____/2026], unless terminated earlier per this section. Termination Notice: Either party may terminate this Agreement with [______] days' written notice.

4. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS

The parties agree that the Contractor is an independent contractor and not an employee.

• Contractor shall provide their own tools and equipment.
• Contractor is responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes.
• Contractor is not eligible for Company benefits (health, 401k, etc.).

5. CONFIDENTIALITY & IP

Confidentiality: Contractor shall hold all proprietary information in strict confidence and shall not disclose it to any third party without prior written consent. Work Product: All work product created under this Agreement shall be considered "work made for hire" and shall remain the sole property of the Company.

6. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State/Province of [____________]. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts located in [____________].

EXECUTION & SIGNATURE BLOCK

FOR COMPANY:
Authorized Signature: ____________________
Printed Name: [____________]
Title: [____________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

FOR CONTRACTOR:
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.