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Service Agreement Format Between Two Companies

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Standard Operating Procedure

Registry ID: TR-SERVICE-

SERVICE AGREEMENT

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

Instructions for Use

Completion: This Service Agreement must be jointly completed by authorized representatives from both the Service Provider and the Client Company. All [__________] fields require accurate data entry.
Filing & Retention: Upon full execution, distribute signed originals to both parties. A scanned copy must be uploaded to the company's contract management system. Retain the original document in secure storage for a minimum of seven (7) years from the termination date.
Mandatory Attachments: Ensure the following schedules, if referenced, are completed, attached, and initialed by both parties:
- Schedule A: Scope of Services
- Schedule B: Payment Terms & Schedule
- Schedule C: Service Level Agreement (SLA) (if applicable)

THIS SERVICE AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of the Effective Date by and between:

SERVICE PROVIDER:

Name: [_________________________] Type of Entity: [ ] Corporation [ ] LLC [ ] Other (specify): [__________] Registered Address: [____________________________________________________] Registration No. (if applicable): [_________________________] Contact Person: [_________________________] Email: [_________________________] Phone: [_________________________] (Hereinafter referred to as "Service Provider")

AND

CLIENT COMPANY:

Service Provider and Client are hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Parties" and individually as a "Party."

WHEREAS, Service Provider possesses expertise and resources in providing [__________] services; WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Service Provider to perform such services; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:

1. Scope of Services

1.1. Service Provider shall perform the services ("Services") as detailed in Schedule A: Scope of Services, attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 1.2. Any changes to the scope of Services must be mutually agreed upon in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both Parties via a Change Order or amendment to this Agreement.

2. Service Levels (Optional)

2.1. If applicable, Service Provider shall perform the Services in accordance with the service levels ("Service Levels") specified in Schedule C: Service Level Agreement (SLA), attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 2.2. Failure to meet the Service Levels may result in [ ] Credits [ ] Penalties [ ] Other (specify): [__________] as detailed in Schedule C.

3. Compensation and Payment

3.1. Fees: Client shall pay Service Provider for the Services rendered in accordance with the fees and payment terms set forth in Schedule B: Payment Terms & Schedule, attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3.2. Invoicing: Service Provider shall submit invoices [ ] Monthly [ ] Quarterly [ ] Upon Completion [ ] Other: [__________] to Client. Invoices shall be submitted to [_________________________] (email/address). 3.3. Payment Due Date: All undisputed invoices are due and payable within [__________] days from the invoice date. 3.4. Late Payments: Any amount not paid when due shall be subject to a late payment charge at the rate of [__________]% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is less, calculated from the due date until the date of full payment. 3.5. Taxes: All fees are exclusive of applicable taxes, including but not limited to sales, use, value-added, or withholding taxes, which Client shall pay in addition to the fees, if applicable.

4. Term and Termination

4.1. Term: This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall continue for an initial term of [__________] [ ] Months [ ] Years (the "Initial Term"), unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions herein. 4.2. Renewal: This Agreement shall [ ] automatically renew [ ] not automatically renew for subsequent periods of [__________] [ ] Months [ ] Years (each a "Renewal Term") unless either Party provides written notice of non-renewal to the other Party at least [__________] days prior to the end of the then-current term. 4.3. Termination for Convenience: [ ] Either Party may terminate this Agreement for convenience [ ] Neither Party may terminate this Agreement for convenience. If permitted, termination for convenience requires [__________] days' prior written notice to the other Party. 4.4. Termination for Cause: Either Party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if the other Party: a. Breaches any material provision of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within [__________] days after receiving written notice thereof; b. Becomes insolvent or files for bankruptcy, receivership, or assignment for the benefit of creditors. 4.5. Effect of Termination: Upon termination of this Agreement for any reason: a. Client shall immediately pay all outstanding fees and charges for Services performed up to the termination date. b. Each Party shall return or destroy all Confidential Information (as defined below) of the other Party. c. Sections [5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14] shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

5. Confidentiality

5.1. Definition: "Confidential Information" means any and all non-public information, whether written or oral, disclosed by one Party (the "Disclosing Party") to the other Party (the "Receiving Party") in connection with this Agreement, including but not limited to business plans, financial data, customer lists, technical data, product designs, and pricing. 5.2. Obligation: The Receiving Party agrees to maintain the confidentiality of the Disclosing Party's Confidential Information and not to disclose it to any third party or use it for any purpose other than performing its obligations under this Agreement. 5.3. Exclusions: Confidential Information does not include information that: (a) is or becomes publicly available without breach of this Agreement; (b) was known to the Receiving Party prior to disclosure by the Disclosing Party; (c) is independently developed by the Receiving Party without use of the Disclosing Party's Confidential Information; or (d) is rightfully received from a third party without restriction on disclosure. 5.4. Required Disclosure: If the Receiving Party is required by law or court order to disclose Confidential Information, it shall provide prompt written notice to the Disclosing Party to allow the Disclosing Party to seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1. Client Property: All intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets, in any materials, data, or information provided by Client to Service Provider shall remain the sole property of Client. 6.2. Service Provider Property: All intellectual property rights in any pre-existing materials, methodologies, or tools used by Service Provider in performing the Services shall remain the sole property of Service Provider. 6.3. Work Product: All intellectual property rights in the deliverables specifically created for Client as part of the Services ("Work Product") shall [ ] belong to Client upon full payment [ ] belong to Service Provider, with Client receiving a non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free license to use.

7. Representations and Warranties

7.1. Mutual Warranties: Each Party represents and warrants that: (a) it is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing under the laws of its jurisdiction; (b) it has the full corporate power and authority to enter into and perform its obligations under this Agreement; and (c) the execution and performance of this Agreement will not violate any other agreement to which it is a party. 7.2. Service Provider Warranties: Service Provider represents and warrants that: (a) it will perform the Services in a professional and workmanlike manner, in accordance with generally accepted industry standards; and (b) the Services will conform to the specifications set forth in Schedule A.

8. Indemnification

8.1. By Service Provider: Service Provider shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) Service Provider's breach of this Agreement; (b) any claim that the Services or Work Product infringe upon the intellectual property rights of a third party; or (c) the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Service Provider. 8.2. By Client: Client shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Service Provider, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) Client's breach of this Agreement; (b) any claim that materials or information provided by Client infringe upon the intellectual property rights of a third party; or (c) the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Client.

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1. Exclusion of Damages: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 9.2. Cap on Liability: IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY'S TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID OR PAYABLE BY CLIENT TO SERVICE PROVIDER UNDER THIS AGREEMENT DURING THE [__________] MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM. 9.3. Exceptions: The limitations of liability in this Section 9 shall not apply to a Party's indemnification obligations under Section 8, or to damages arising from a Party's gross negligence, willful misconduct, or breach of Section 5 (Confidentiality).

10. Force Majeure

10.1. Neither Party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under this Agreement if such failure or delay is caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, fires, floods, epidemics, pandemics, or governmental action. The affected Party shall notify the other Party promptly of the force majeure event and use reasonable efforts to mitigate its effects.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

11.1. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the [_________________________] [ ] State of / [ ] Country of, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. 11.2. Dispute Resolution: Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, including its existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach, or termination, shall be resolved by: a. [ ] Negotiation: The Parties agree to first attempt to resolve any dispute through good-faith negotiation. b. [ ] Mediation: If negotiation fails, the Parties agree to attempt mediation with a mutually agreed-upon mediator in [_________________________] (city/state). c. [ ] Arbitration: If mediation fails or is not chosen, the dispute shall be submitted to binding arbitration administered by [_________________________] (e.g., American Arbitration Association) in [_________________________] (city/state) in accordance with its [ ] Commercial Arbitration Rules. d. [ ] Litigation: If arbitration is not chosen, the Parties irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [_________________________] (city/state).

12. Notices

12.1. All notices and communications required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and sent to the contact persons and addresses specified above or such other address as a Party may designate by written notice. Notices shall be deemed effectively given upon: (a) personal delivery; (b) the next business day after sending by nationally recognized overnight courier; or (c) the next business day after sending by email with confirmation of receipt.

13. Miscellaneous

13.1. Entire Agreement: This Agreement, together with its Schedules, constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral. 13.2. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. 13.3. Assignment: Neither Party may assign or transfer its rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other Party, except that either Party may assign this Agreement to an affiliate or in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of substantially all of its assets, provided the assignee agrees in writing to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. 13.4. Amendments: No amendment, modification, or waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both Parties. 13.5. Waiver: The failure of either Party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of that provision or any other provision, nor shall it affect the validity of this Agreement or any part thereof. 13.6. Counterparts: This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Electronic signatures shall be deemed original for all purposes.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Service Agreement as of the Effective Date first written above.

SERVICE PROVIDER:

_________________________ Authorized Signature

_________________________ Printed Name

_________________________ Title

Date: [____/____/2026]

CLIENT COMPANY:

_________________________ Authorized Signature

_________________________ Printed Name

_________________________ Title

Date: [____/____/2026]

Schedule A: Scope of Services

Service Item	Description of Service	Deliverables	Completion Date/Frequency
1.	`[____________________]`	`[__________]`	`[_______________________]`
2.	`[____________________]`	`[__________]`	`[_______________________]`
3.	`[____________________]`	`[__________]`	`[_______________________]`
...	`[____________________]`	`[__________]`	`[_______________________]`
(Add additional rows as necessary)

Schedule B: Payment Terms & Schedule

Service/Milestone	Amount (`[Currency]`)	Due Date	Payment Method
Initial Payment	`[__________]`	`[______]`	`[____________]`
Milestone 1	`[__________]`	`[______]`	`[____________]`
Monthly Fee	`[__________]`	`[______]`	`[____________]`
Final Payment	`[__________]`	`[______]`	`[____________]`
(Add additional rows as necessary)
Total Estimated Cost: `[__________]` `[Currency]`

Schedule C: Service Level Agreement (SLA) (Optional)

Metric	Target	Penalty for Non-Compliance
`[____________________]`	`[__________]`	`[__________________________]`
`[____________________]`	`[__________]`	`[__________________________]`
`[____________________]`	`[__________]`	`[__________________________]`
(Add additional rows as necessary)

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