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Independent Contractor Subcontractor Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the specific details of your engagement; ensure that the [Company Name] and [Subcontractor Name] match their legal registration documents.
• Review the Scope of Work (Exhibit A) thoroughly to ensure that deliverables, deadlines, and payment milestones are clearly defined to avoid scope creep.
• Once completed, both parties should sign and date the document; maintain a digital copy in your project management or legal folder for the duration of the contract.

Parties and Definitions

This Agreement is entered into on [Date] by and between: Prime Contractor: [Company Name], located at [Company Address] ("Prime") Subcontractor: [Subcontractor Name], located at [Subcontractor Address] ("Subcontractor")

Operative Clauses

1. Scope of Services: Subcontractor agrees to perform the services described in [Exhibit A: Scope of Work]. Subcontractor shall perform all services in a professional and workmanlike manner.

2. Term: This Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue until [End Date] or until the completion of the services, unless terminated earlier pursuant to the terms herein.

3. Compensation: Prime shall pay Subcontractor [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Project/Milestone]. Payments shall be made within [Number] days of receipt of a valid invoice.

4. Independent Contractor Status: Subcontractor is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement creates an employer-employee relationship. Subcontractor is responsible for all taxes, withholdings, and insurance.

5. Confidentiality: Subcontractor agrees to keep all proprietary information, trade secrets, and client data received from Prime strictly confidential and shall not disclose such information to any third party without prior written consent.

6. Intellectual Property: All work product created by Subcontractor specifically for this project shall be considered "work made for hire" and shall remain the exclusive property of [Prime or Client Name].

7. Indemnification: Subcontractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Prime from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of Subcontractor’s negligence, willful misconduct, or breach of this Agreement.

8. Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement with [Number] days' written notice. In the event of termination, Subcontractor shall be paid for all services rendered up to the date of termination.

9. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of [State Name].

10. Entire Agreement: This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior understandings or agreements.

Signature and Acknowledgment

Prime Contractor Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Name of Signatory] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

Subcontractor Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Name of Signatory] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute legal advice. Laws regarding independent contractors vary by jurisdiction; consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.