Service Contract Template for Belgium

This Service Contract template is designed for use under Belgian law when establishing a formal service provision relationship between parties. It is particularly suitable for business-to-business relationships where one party (the service provider) agrees to provide specific services to another party (the client) for compensation. The document incorporates essential elements required by Belgian civil law and commercial regulations, including provisions for VAT compliance, data protection under GDPR, and specific Belgian requirements for service agreements. This template can be customized for various service types while maintaining compliance with Belgian regulatory requirements and business practices. It is structured to protect both parties' interests while providing clear guidelines for service delivery, payment terms, and dispute resolution.

1. Parties: Identification and details of the service provider and client, including registered addresses and company details

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' intention to enter into a service relationship

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement and rules for interpreting the contract

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of the services to be provided under the agreement

5. Duration and Term: Contract period, commencement date, and any renewal provisions

6. Fees and Payment Terms: Service fees, payment schedule, invoicing requirements, and VAT provisions

7. Service Provider's Obligations: Key responsibilities and commitments of the service provider

8. Client's Obligations: Key responsibilities and commitments of the client

9. Quality Standards: Required service levels and quality standards to be maintained

10. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and usage rights of any IP created or used during service provision

11. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information protection

12. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and data processing obligations

13. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability and indemnification provisions

14. Termination: Grounds for termination and termination procedures

15. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances preventing performance

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Belgian law application and jurisdiction

17. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and severability