New Zealand Service Agreement Template

SERVICE AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-[1029-A] Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

• Completion: This document must be completed by an authorized representative of the Service Provider and the Client. Ensure all fields are filled to avoid ambiguity.
• Retention: Both parties must retain a signed original of this Agreement for a minimum of 7 years in accordance with New Zealand record-keeping requirements (e.g., Companies Act 1993/Tax Administration Act 1994).
• Attachments: Mandatory attachments include: (1) Detailed Statement of Work (SOW) or Quote; (2) Proof of Insurance (if applicable); (3) Any specific Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is made between: Provider: [__________] (Company/Name) | NZBN: [__________] Client: [__________] (Company/Name) | NZBN: [__________]

2. SERVICES

The Provider agrees to perform the following services as outlined in the attached Statement of Work:

• Service Description: [__________]
• Location of Services: [__________]
• Term/Duration: [__________] (Start Date to End Date)

3. FEES AND PAYMENT

• Total Contract Price (NZD): $[__________]
• Payment Schedule: [ ] Upfront [ ] Milestone [ ] Monthly
• Payment Terms: [__________] (e.g., 20th of the month following invoice)
• Late Payment Interest: [__________]% per annum on overdue balances.

4. OPERATIONAL TERMS

• Standard of Care: The Provider shall perform services with reasonable care and skill consistent with industry standards in New Zealand.
• Client Obligations: The Client shall provide timely access to necessary information and resources required for service performance.
• Confidentiality: Both parties agree to protect proprietary information disclosed during the term of this Agreement.
• Intellectual Property: Ownership of deliverables transfers to the Client upon full payment of the Contract Price.

5. LIABILITY AND TERMINATION

• Liability Cap: Liability under this Agreement is limited to the total value of fees paid under this contract.
• Termination for Cause: Either party may terminate with [__________] days' written notice in the event of a material breach.
• Termination for Convenience: Either party may terminate with [__________] days' written notice.

6. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, and the parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

7. EXECUTION

SIGNED for and on behalf of the PROVIDER:

Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [__________] Title: [__________] Date: [____/____/2026]

SIGNED for and on behalf of the CLIENT:

Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [__________] Title: [__________] Date: [____/____/2026]

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