Standard Consultancy Agreement

Use this Standard Consultancy Agreement when 2 parties enter a contract whereby one party (the Customer) hires the services of another party (the Provider).

A Consultancy Service Agreement is a contract entered into between at least two parties, whereby one party (the Customer) hires the services of another party (the Provider) to perform specific tasks on its behalf, or to provide advice and/or guidance in exchange for a specific fee.

There are various types of consultancy agreements. This agreement should be used in cases where the Customer wishes to hire the services of a service Provider, who will provide Consultants to carry out the professional services required by the Customer. The professional relationship between the Customer and the Provider is regulated by this agreement. This agreement is in long format and therefore a very comprehensive and detailed agreement covering all aspects of the consultancy relationship between the parties.

The Agreement contains the following clauses:

1. Introduction
2. Appointment of Provider
3. Duration
4. The Services
5. The Customer's Obligations
6. Payment
7. Compliance with Laws and Policies
8. Sub-Contracting and Cession
9. Confidential Information
10. Intellectual Property
11. Breach
12. Force Majeure
13. General Indemnity and Liens
14. Provider and/or Consultants not Agents or Employees
15. Miscellaneous Legal Provisions
16. Notices and Addresses for Service
17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
18. Counterparts
19. Signatories