Arizona service contract template

Arizona Service Contract

1. Contract Information

• Title: [Contract Title]
• Effective Date: [Date]
• Type of Contract:
  • Option A: Individual
  • Option B: Business-to-Business
  • Option C: Organization

2. Parties

• Service Provider:
  • Legal Name: [Service Provider Legal Name]
  • Address: [Service Provider Address]
  • Phone Number: [Service Provider Phone Number]
  • Email Address: [Service Provider Email Address]
  • Arizona Business License (if applicable): [License Number]
• Client:
  • Legal Name: [Client Legal Name]
  • Address: [Client Address]
  • Phone Number: [Client Phone Number]
  • Email Address: [Client Email Address]

3. Scope of Work

• Description of Services: [Detailed Description of Services]
• Deliverables: [List of Deliverables]
• Quality Standards: [Quality Standards for Services]
• Performance Metrics: [Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)]
• Milestones: [Project Milestones]
• Client Obligations: [Client Responsibilities and Obligations]

4. Service Exclusions/Limitations (Optional)

• List of Excluded Services: [List of Services Not Included]
• Limitations of Liability (Subject to Arizona law): [Limitations on Service Provider's Liability]

5. Term and Renewal

• Start Date: [Start Date]
• End Date: [End Date]
• Auto-Renewal:
  • Option A: This agreement will automatically renew for [Number] [Weeks/Months/Years] unless either party provides written notice of termination at least [Number] days prior to the renewal date.
  • Option B: No auto-renewal.
• Extension/Renewal Criteria: [Criteria for Extending or Renewing the Agreement]
• Ongoing/Retainer Arrangement: [Details for Ongoing/Retainer Services]

6. Pricing and Payment Terms

• Total Compensation: [Total Amount]
• Rates:
  • Option A: Hourly Rate: [Hourly Rate]
  • Option B: Fixed Fee: [Fixed Fee]
  • Option C: Milestone-Based: [Milestone Payments and Amounts]
  • Option D: Recurring: [Recurring Payment Amount and Frequency]
• Payment Schedule:
  • Option A: Upon Completion of Services
  • Option B: Upfront Payment: [Percentage or Amount]
  • Option C: Monthly Payments
  • Option D: Upon Approval of Deliverables
• Method of Payment: [Acceptable Payment Methods]
• Late Payment Terms: [Interest Rate or Late Fee]
• Deposit/Retainer: [Deposit or Retainer Amount]
• Reimbursement of Expenses:
  • Option A: Pre-approved expenses will be reimbursed. [Reimbursement Policy]
  • Option B: No expense reimbursement.

7. Taxes

• Responsibility for Sales Tax (Applicable in Arizona for certain services): [Specify Party Responsible for Sales Tax]

8. Changes and Amendments

• All changes or amendments to the scope or price must be in writing and signed by both parties.
• Change Order Procedures: [Process for Submitting and Approving Change Orders]

9. Obligations and Responsibilities

• Service Provider Responsibilities: [Detailed Responsibilities]
• Client Responsibilities: [Detailed Responsibilities including access, cooperation, and reporting]

10. Confidentiality

• Definition of Confidential Information: [Definition of what constitutes confidential information]
• Non-Disclosure Obligations: [Obligations of both parties to protect confidential information]
• Term of Confidentiality: [Duration of Confidentiality Obligation]
• Intellectual Property Ownership:
  • Option A: Ownership of work product vests in the Client.
  • Option B: Service Provider retains ownership; Client receives a license. [License Terms]
• Handling of Pre-existing IP: [Terms governing the use of pre-existing IP]

11. Data Security and Privacy

• Data Security Measures: [Description of Security Measures]
• Compliance with Privacy Laws: [Reference to applicable privacy laws]

12. Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, and Non-Circumvention (Optional - Subject to Arizona Law)

• Non-Compete: [Scope, duration, and geographic limitations - Must be reasonable under Arizona law]
• Non-Solicitation: [Restrictions on soliciting employees or clients]
• Non-Circumvention: [Preventing direct dealings to bypass the Service Provider]

13. Termination

• Termination for Convenience:
  • Option A: Either party may terminate this agreement with [Number] days written notice.
  • Option B: No termination for convenience.
• Termination for Cause: [Grounds for termination for cause, e.g., breach of contract, non-performance]
• Notice Requirements: [Specific notice requirements for termination]
• Cure Period: [Opportunity to cure breaches before termination]
• Final Payment Obligations: [Obligations regarding final payments upon termination]

14. Post-Termination Duties

• Return of Materials: [Obligation to return confidential information and other materials]
• Transition Support:
  • Option A: Service Provider will provide reasonable transition support. [Details of transition support]
  • Option B: No transition support.
• Final Reports:
  • Option A: Service Provider will provide a final report. [Contents of the final report]
  • Option B: No final report required.

15. Representations and Warranties

• Authority: Both parties warrant they have the authority to enter into this agreement.
• Expertise: Service Provider warrants they have the expertise to perform the services.
• Compliance with Law: Both parties warrant they will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

16. Indemnification

• Indemnification by Service Provider: [Indemnification of Client against third-party claims]
• Indemnification by Client: [Indemnification of Service Provider against third-party claims]

17. Limitation of Liability (Subject to Arizona Law)

[Specific limitations on liability for each party, if any, must be clear and unambiguous.]

18. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for delays caused by events beyond their reasonable control. [Examples of Force Majeure events]

19. Dispute Resolution

• Negotiation: The parties agree to first attempt to resolve any disputes through good-faith negotiation.
• Mediation:
  • Option A: If negotiation fails, the parties agree to mediation. [Location of mediation, selection of mediator]
  • Option B: No mediation.
• Arbitration:
  • Option A: Disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. [Location of arbitration]
  • Option B: No arbitration.
• Governing Law and Venue: This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arizona. The exclusive venue for any legal action shall be in [County], Arizona.

20. Insurance (Optional)

• General Liability Insurance: [Required Coverage Amount]
• Professional Liability Insurance: [Required Coverage Amount]
• Workers' Compensation Insurance: (If applicable) [Requirements]
• Evidence of Insurance: [Requirement to provide proof of insurance]

21. Compliance with Laws

• Both parties shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Arizona-Specific Requirements: [Reference to Arizona Revised Statutes and relevant regulations]

22. Safeguarding of Minors/Vulnerable Persons (If Applicable)

[Specific safeguarding clauses, background check requirements, and reporting obligations]

23. Communication and Notice

Formal notices must be delivered to the addresses listed above via [Acceptable methods of delivery, e.g., certified mail, email].

24. General Provisions

• Severability: If any provision of this agreement is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
• Waiver: No waiver of any provision shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the waiving party.
• Assignment:
  • Option A: Neither party may assign this agreement without the prior written consent of the other party.
  • Option B: This agreement may be assigned. [Conditions of Assignment]
• Merger/Entire Agreement: This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior communications and proposals.
• Amendment: This agreement may only be amended in writing and signed by both parties.

25. Subcontracting

• Subcontracting:
  • Option A: Service Provider may subcontract services with Client's written consent.
  • Option B: No subcontracting permitted.

26. Special Arizona Considerations

• Arizona Revised Statutes: This contract is subject to Arizona Revised Statutes [Specific Relevant Sections].
• Regulated Industries: If this service involves a regulated industry, all applicable Arizona licensing, background checks, and regulatory consent requirements must be met.

27. Signatures

• Service Provider:
  • Signature: _________________________
  • Printed Name: [Service Provider Printed Name]
  • Title: [Service Provider Title]
  • Date: [Date]
• Client:
  • Signature: _________________________
  • Printed Name: [Client Printed Name]
  • Title: [Client Title]
  • Date: [Date]

28. Witness/Notarization (Optional)

• Witness 1:
  • Signature: _________________________
  • Printed Name: [Witness 1 Printed Name]
  • Date: [Date]
• Notarization: [Notary Public Information]