simple subcontractor contract template

Independent Contractor Services Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the specific details of your engagement; ensure all [__________] placeholders are replaced with accurate data.
• Review the scope of services in Section 1 carefully, as this defines the legal boundaries of the work to be performed.
• Both parties must sign and date the document before any work commences to ensure the agreement is legally binding and enforceable.

1. Parties and Engagement

This Agreement is entered into on [Date] by and between: Company: [Company Name], with a principal place of business at [Company Address] ("Company"), and Contractor: [Full Legal Name], with a principal place of business at [Contractor Address] ("Contractor").

The Company hereby engages the Contractor to perform the following services: [Detailed Description of Services] ("Services").

2. Term and Termination

This Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue until [End Date] or until completion of the Services, unless terminated earlier. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon [Number] days' written notice to the other party.

3. Compensation

The Company shall pay the Contractor [Amount] per [Hour/Project/Month] for the Services. Payment shall be made within [Number] days of receipt of an undisputed invoice. The Contractor is responsible for all applicable taxes related to these payments.

4. Independent Contractor Status

The Contractor is an independent contractor, not an employee. Nothing in this Agreement creates a partnership, joint venture, or employer-employee relationship. The Contractor is not entitled to any Company benefits, including insurance, retirement plans, or paid time off.

5. Intellectual Property

All work product, designs, code, or deliverables created by the Contractor specifically for the Company under this Agreement shall be considered "work made for hire" and shall remain the sole and exclusive property of the Company.

6. Confidentiality

The Contractor agrees to keep all non-public information, trade secrets, and proprietary data of the Company confidential and shall not disclose such information to any third party without prior written consent from the Company.

7. Indemnification

The Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of the Contractor’s negligence, willful misconduct, or breach of this Agreement.

8. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State/Province of [State/Province Name].

Signature Block

Company Representative Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Name of Signatory] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

Contractor Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Title: [Title/Role] Date: [Date]

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute formal legal advice. Laws governing independent contractors vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure this agreement complies with local labor laws, tax regulations, and classification requirements.