Service Agreement Template Design

MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT

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

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

• Completion: This document must be completed by the authorized Contract Manager or Department Head. Ensure all bracketed fields are populated before circulation for signature.
• Filing/Retention: Execute two originals. Retain one copy in the corporate repository for a minimum of seven (7) years post-termination.
• Attachments: Mandatory attachments include Exhibit A (Statement of Work), Exhibit B (Fee Schedule), and any relevant Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into by and between: Client: [] (Address: []) Service Provider: [] (Address: [])

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Provider shall perform the services as detailed in the attached Exhibit A (Statement of Work).

• Initial Project Scope
• Ongoing Maintenance
• Consulting Services
• Other: [__________]

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

• Term: This Agreement shall commence on [] and continue until [].
• Termination for Convenience: Either party may terminate this agreement with [__________] days written notice.
• Termination for Cause: Either party may terminate immediately upon a material breach not cured within [__________] days of written notice.

4. FEES AND PAYMENT TERMS

• Contract Value: [__________] (USD/Local Currency)
• Payment Schedule:
  • Net 30 days
  • Milestone-based (as defined in Exhibit B)
  • Retainer/Subscription
• Late Payments: Subject to a monthly interest charge of [__________]%.

5. CONFIDENTIALITY & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

• Confidentiality: Both parties agree to protect proprietary information for a period of [__________] years following termination.
• Work Product: All deliverables produced under this agreement shall be considered:
  • Work-for-hire (Client owned)
  • Licensed to Client
  • Retained by Provider

6. INDEMNIFICATION & LIABILITY

The Provider agrees to indemnify the Client against third-party claims arising from gross negligence or willful misconduct. The total liability of either party shall not exceed [__________] (Total Contract Value or Fixed Limit).

7. GOVERNING LAW

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction of [__________]. Any disputes shall be resolved via:

• Binding Arbitration
• Court Litigation

8. EXECUTION

By signing below, the parties confirm they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms herein.

FOR CLIENT: Authorized Signature: ____________________ Printed Name: [] Title: [] Date: [//2026]

FOR SERVICE 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.