Dear [Client Name],
Thank you for considering me as your independent contractor.
To better understand your needs and ensure that I can deliver the best possible service to you, I would appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to answer the following questions:
1. What is the nature of your business, and what services do you offer?
2. What specific services do you require from me as an independent contractor?
3. What is the timeline for the project, and what is the deadline for completion?
4. What is your budget for the project?
5. How will we communicate throughout the project, and what is your preferred method of communication (email, phone, video call, etc.)?
6. Who will be the point of contact for the project, and what is their availability?
7. What are the key deliverables and milestones for the project, and how will they be measured?
8. What is your process for reviewing and approving work?
9. Are there any specific tools, software, or resources that I will need to use to complete the project?
10. Do you have any additional questions or concerns that you would like me to address?
Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire. Your answers will help me better understand your needs and provide the best possible service to you.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
This Independent Contractor Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Client's name and address] ("Client") and [insert contractor's name and address] ("Contractor"), collectively referred to as the "Parties".
Services
Contractor agrees to perform the services described in Exhibit A (the "Services") for Client. The Services shall be performed in a professional manner and in accordance with the specifications set forth in Exhibit A.
Compensation
Client shall pay Contractor for the Services performed by Contractor as set forth in Exhibit A. The Parties agree that Contractor shall not be entitled to any other compensation, including but not limited to, reimbursement of expenses, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by Client.
Independent Contractor
Contractor is an independent contractor and not an employee of Client. Contractor shall have no authority to bind Client or to act as its agent, except as expressly provided in this Agreement. Contractor shall be solely responsible for all taxes, withholdings, and other similar payments with respect to the compensation received under this Agreement.
Confidentiality
Contractor agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information of Client, including but not limited to, trade secrets, customer lists, and other proprietary information. Contractor agrees to use such confidential information solely for the purpose of performing the Services under this Agreement.
Intellectual Property
All intellectual property rights arising from the Services performed by Contractor shall be the property of Client. Contractor agrees to assign, and hereby assigns, to Client all rights, title, and interest in and to any and all intellectual property rights arising from the Services performed by Contractor.
Termination
Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time upon written notice to the other party. In the event of termination, Client shall pay Contractor for all Services performed prior to the termination date.
Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any dispute arising under or in connection with this Agreement shall be resolved through arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Philippine Dispute Resolution Center, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
Timeframe
The timeframe for the performance of the Services shall be as set forth in Exhibit A. Contractor shall use its best efforts to complete the Services within the timeframe specified in Exhibit A. If Contractor determines that additional time is necessary to complete the Services, Contractor shall promptly notify Client of such need and the parties shall negotiate a reasonable extension of time.
Notices
All notices, requests, consents, and other communications under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be delivered personally or sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, or by email to the addresses set forth below:
If to Client:
[Insert Client's name and address]
[Insert Client's email address]
If to Contractor:
[Insert Contractor's name and address]
[Insert Contractor's email address]
Assignment
Contractor may not assign or delegate any of its rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of Client. Any attempted assignment or delegation in violation of this provision shall be void.
Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings, and agreements between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
CLIENT NAME: _______________________________ DATE: ______________
CONTRACTOR NAME: __________________________ DATE: ________________
This Scope of Work Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into on [DATE] between [CLIENT NAME], located at [CLIENT ADDRESS] ("Client") and [CONTRACTOR NAME], located at [CONTRACTOR ADDRESS] ("Contractor").
Purpose: The purpose of this Agreement is to define the scope of work to be performed by the Contractor for the Client, and to establish the terms and conditions under which such work will be performed.
Scope of Work: The Contractor will provide the following services to the Client:
[LIST OF SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED]
Deliverables: The Contractor will deliver the following deliverables to the Client:
[LIST OF DELIVERABLES TO BE PROVIDED]
Timeline: The Contractor will commence work on [START DATE] and will complete the work on or before [COMPLETION DATE]. The Contractor will provide progress updates to the Client on a weekly basis, or as otherwise requested by the Client.
Payment: The Client agrees to pay the Contractor [PAYMENT AMOUNT] for the services provided, payable as follows:
[DETAILS OF PAYMENT TERMS, SUCH AS PAYMENT SCHEDULE, PAYMENT METHOD, AND LATE PAYMENT FEES, IF ANY]
Confidentiality: The Contractor agrees to keep all Client information confidential and not to disclose any such information to any third party without the prior written consent of the Client.
Intellectual Property: Any intellectual property created by the Contractor in connection with the services provided under this Agreement shall be the property of the Client, and the Contractor hereby assigns all right, title, and interest in and to such intellectual property to the Client.
Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time upon written notice to the other party. Upon termination, the Contractor will immediately cease all work and deliverables related to this Agreement, and the Client will pay the Contractor for all services rendered up to the termination date.
Indemnification: The Contractor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Client and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from or related to the Contractor's performance of services under this Agreement.
Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of [STATE], without giving effect to any choice of law or conflict of law provisions.
Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings, and agreements between them relating to the subject matter hereof.
Amendments: This Agreement may not be amended or modified except in writing signed by both parties.
Execution: This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.
CLIENT NAME: _______________________________ DATE: ______________
CONTRACTOR NAME: __________________________ DATE: ______________
This Service Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of [DATE] (the "Effective Date") by and between [CLIENT NAME], located at [ADDRESS] ("Client"), and [INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR NAME], located at [ADDRESS] ("Contractor").
SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED
Contractor agrees to provide the following services to Client (the "Services"):
[DESCRIBE THE SERVICES IN DETAIL]
COMPENSATION
Client agrees to pay Contractor for the Services provided in accordance with the following terms:
[DESCRIBE COMPENSATION TERMS, INCLUDING HOURLY RATE, PROJECT RATE, OR OTHER AGREED-UPON COMPENSATION STRUCTURE]
TERM
This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall continue until the completion of the Services, unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement.
TERMINATION
Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time upon written notice to the other party.
OWNERSHIP AND CONFIDENTIALITY
All work product, including intellectual property and confidential information, created by Contractor in connection with the Services shall be owned by Client. Contractor agrees to keep all Client information confidential and to not disclose any information to any third party without Client's express written consent.
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES
Contractor represents and warrants that it has the necessary skills, experience, and qualifications to perform the Services, and that the Services will be performed in a professional and timely manner in accordance with applicable industry standards.
INDEMNIFICATION
Contractor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with the Services provided by Contractor.
GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of [STATE]. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be resolved by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings, and agreements between the parties, whether written or oral.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
[CLIENT NAME]
By: ________________________________
Name: ______________________________
Title: _______________________________
[CONTRACTOR NAME]
By: ________________________________
Name: ______________________________
Title: _______________________________