Connecticut service contract template

Connecticut Service Contract

This Service Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between:

[Service Provider Full Legal Name], with a principal place of business at [Service Provider Address], hereinafter referred to as "Service Provider," and

[Client/Recipient Full Legal Name], with a mailing address at [Client/Recipient Address], hereinafter referred to as "Client."

RECITALS:

WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Service Provider to perform certain services; and

WHEREAS, Service Provider is willing to perform such services for Client;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. Description of Services

The Service Provider agrees to provide the following services to the Client: [Detailed Description of Services]

The scope of services shall include: [Specific Tasks, Deliverables, Timeline, Project Milestones, Service Standards]

Location where services will be performed: [Location]

Required equipment or materials: [List of Equipment/Materials]

Type of Service:

Option A: One-Time Service

Option B: Recurring Service (specify frequency: [Frequency])

2. Term and Termination

This Agreement shall commence on [Commencement Date] and shall continue until [End Date], unless sooner terminated as provided herein.

Term:

Option A: Fixed Term (as specified above)

Option B: Ongoing Term (with auto-renewal unless terminated)

Termination:

Option A: Termination for Convenience (with [Number] days' written notice)

Option B: Termination for Cause (immediately upon written notice of breach)

Option C: Termination without Cause or Notice

3. Compensation

Client shall pay Service Provider the following compensation:

Option A: Flat Fee of [Dollar Amount]

Option B: Hourly Rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour

Option C: Milestone Payments (specify milestones and amounts: [Milestones and Amounts])

Payment Schedule: [Due Dates, Method of Payment]

Late Payment Interest/Fees: [Interest Rate/Fee] (Allowed under Connecticut law, subject to limits.)

Reimbursable Expenses: [List of Reimbursable Expenses and Approval Process]

Taxes: [Responsibility for Sales Tax, Use Tax, or Other Applicable Taxes] (Service provider is responsible for paying their own self-employment taxes and remitting sales tax where applicable under Connecticut law.)

Other Compensation:

Option A: Bonus/Incentive: [Description and Conditions]

Option B: No Other Compensation

4. Modifications and Amendments

No modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both parties.

5. Obligations and Responsibilities

Service Provider Obligations: [Specific Obligations of Service Provider]

Client Obligations: [Specific Obligations of Client, including Cooperation, Access, and Support]

6. Intellectual Property

Ownership of Work Product: [Who Owns Deliverables]

Option A: Client Ownership

Option B: Service Provider Ownership with License to Client: [Licensing Rights]

Pre-existing IP: [Provisions Regarding Pre-Existing IP]

Joint Ownership: [Conditions for Joint Ownership]

7. Confidentiality

Confidential Information: [Definition of Confidential Information]

Obligations: [Obligations During and After the Agreement]

Duration: [Duration of Confidentiality Obligations]

Exemptions: [Exemptions, e.g., Public Domain, Required by Law]

Type:

Option A: Mutual Confidentiality

Option B: Unilateral Confidentiality (Client's Information Only)

8. Data Protection/Data Privacy

If services involve personal or sensitive data, Service Provider shall comply with all applicable state (Connecticut) and federal laws, including the Connecticut Personal Data Privacy and Online Monitoring Act.

[Customer Notification Requirements]

[Contractual Security Standards]

9. Non-Competition/Non-Solicitation/Non-Circumvention

Non-Competition:

Option A: Include Non-Competition Clause: [Duration, Scope (Geographic, Activity)] (Enforceability subject to Connecticut law.)

Option B: Exclude Non-Competition Clause

Non-Solicitation:

Option A: Include Non-Solicitation Clause: [Duration, Scope (Clients, Employees)]

Option B: Exclude Non-Solicitation Clause

Non-Circumvention:

Option A: Include Non-Circumvention Clause: [Duration, Scope (Specific Parties or Transactions)]

Option B: Exclude Non-Circumvention Clause

10. Service Quality and Compliance

Service Provider shall perform services in a professional manner and in compliance with all applicable laws, including the Connecticut General Statutes.

[Licensing Requirements] (Specify if required under Connecticut law.)

[Background Checks (if required)]

[Professional Qualifications]

11. Representations and Warranties

Service Provider represents and warrants that they have the authority to enter into this Agreement.

Client represents and warrants that they have the right to engage Service Provider.

Service Provider Representations:

Option A: Express Warranties: [Specific Express Warranties]

Option B: Limited Warranties: [Specific Limited Warranties]

[Absence of Conflicts]

[Compliance Declarations]

12. Indemnification and Limitation of Liability

Indemnification: [Scope of Indemnity, e.g., Third-Party Claims, Negligence, IP Infringement]

Insurance: [General Liability, Professional Liability, Workers' Compensation Requirements] (Workers' compensation insurance is required in Connecticut if the service provider has employees.)

Limitation of Liability: [Caps on Liability]

Carve-outs: [Carve-outs for Gross Negligence or Willful Misconduct]

13. Suspension or Delays

[Force Majeure Events]

[Party Default]

[Weather Conditions]

[Rights and Obligations During Suspension]

[Payment Adjustments]

14. Assignment and Subcontracting

May Service Provider assign or subcontract?:

Option A: Yes, with Client's Consent: [Conditions for Consent]

Option B: No, assignment or subcontracting is prohibited.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Connecticut.

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Connecticut.

Dispute Resolution:

Option A: Mandatory Mediation: [Mediation Procedures, Forum]

Option B: Arbitration: [Arbitration Procedures, Forum, AAA/JAMS Rules]

Option C: Waiver of Jury Trial (to the extent permitted by law)

16. Notice

All notices shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when:

[Form, Address, Method (Email, Postal Service, Hand Delivery)]

[Calculation of Notice Periods]

17. Relationship of the Parties

Service Provider is an independent contractor and not an employee, partner, or agent of Client.

[IRS Compliance Language] (To support independent contractor classification.)

[Connecticut Department of Labor Independence Tests Compliance] (Factors to consider when classifying workers in Connecticut.)

18. Compliance with Connecticut Regulations

Service Provider shall comply with all applicable Connecticut regulations relevant to the services provided.

[Specific Regulations, e.g., Connecticut Home Improvement Practices Act if applicable] (If applicable, ensure compliance with registration and contract requirements.)

19. Record-Keeping and Audit Rights

[Duration of Record-Keeping]

[Access by Client]

[Requirements Under Connecticut Law]

20. Waiver and Severability

[Procedure for Waiver]

[Effect if Any Provision is Held Invalid or Unenforceable]

21. Dispute Escalation

[Negotiation Steps Before Court/Arbitration]

[Mediation Requirements]

[Cure Periods]

22. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

23. Exhibits

The following exhibits are attached to and incorporated into this Agreement:

[Schedule A: Scope of Work]

[Schedule B: Compensation]

[Project Plans]

24. Optional Clauses

[Prevailing Wage Compliance (if public contracts)]

[Anti-Discrimination, Anti-Harassment, and Equal Opportunity] (Ensure compliance with Connecticut and federal law.)

25. Scheduling Changes and Change Order Procedures

[Process for Scheduling Changes]

[Process for Change Orders]

26. Connecticut Consumer Protections

[Connecticut-Required Consumer Protections (e.g., three-day right to cancel under the Connecticut Home Solicitation Sales Act)] (Include if applicable to the type of consumer contract.)

[Contractor Registration Requirements (if relevant)]

[Specific Disclosures Required by Connecticut Law]

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

____________________________

[Service Provider Typed Name]

[Service Provider Title (if applicable)]

Date: [Date]

____________________________

[Client/Recipient Typed Name]

[Client/Recipient Title (if applicable)]

Date: [Date]

(Notarization or Witness may be required for certain types of Connecticut service contracts, e.g., home improvement contracts over a specified dollar threshold. Consult Connecticut law.)