Master Services Agreement Sample in Word

MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-8842-SA
Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

• Completion: The Service Provider must complete the Scope of Services (Exhibit A) and Fees (Exhibit B) sections before circulating for execution.
• Filing/Retention: Both parties must retain a digital copy of the fully executed agreement for a minimum of 7 years following the termination of the contract.
• Attachments: Mandatory attachments include Exhibit A (Scope of Work), Exhibit B (Fee Schedule), and any relevant Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) or Data Processing Addendum (DPA).

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into between: Client: [____________] (“Client”) Service Provider: [____________] (“Provider”)

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Provider shall perform the services described in the attached Exhibit A (“Services”). Any changes to the scope must be documented in a written Change Order signed by both parties.

3. TERM & TERMINATION

• Initial Term: Begins on [____/____/2026] and ends on [____/____/2026].
• Termination for Cause: Either party may terminate this Agreement with [______] days written notice in the event of a material breach.
• Termination for Convenience: Client may terminate with [______] days written notice, subject to payment for services rendered through the termination date.

4. FEES & PAYMENT

• Compensation: Client shall pay Provider as set forth in Exhibit B.
• Invoicing: Invoices shall be submitted on a [__________] basis.
• Payment Terms: Net [______] days from receipt of undisputed invoice.

5. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS

Provider is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, or employer-employee relationship.

6. CONFIDENTIALITY

"Confidential Information" means all non-public information disclosed by one party to the other. Both parties agree to protect Confidential Information using the same degree of care as their own proprietary information.

7. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of [____________]. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in [____________].

8. MISCELLANEOUS

• Time is of the essence.
• This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between parties.
• No amendment is valid unless in writing and signed by both parties.

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.