This Professional Services Contract template is designed for use in South Africa when engaging external professional service providers or consultants. It provides a structured framework for defining the commercial relationship between service providers and their clients, incorporating key requirements under South African law including POPIA compliance, consumer protection, and B-BBEE considerations where applicable. The contract is suitable for various professional services ranging from consulting and advisory services to technical and specialized professional work. It includes comprehensive provisions for service delivery, payment terms, intellectual property rights, confidentiality, and risk allocation, while remaining adaptable to specific service requirements and industry contexts.
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1. Parties: Identifies and provides full details of the service provider and client, including registration numbers, physical addresses, and authorized representatives
2. Background: Sets out the context of the agreement, including the client's requirements and service provider's expertise
3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement for clarity and consistency
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of the professional services to be provided
5. Duration: Term of the agreement, including commencement date and termination provisions
6. Fees and Payment: Payment terms, fee structure, invoicing requirements, and payment schedules
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. Intellectual Property: Ownership and rights regarding intellectual property created during service provision
10. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
11. Data Protection: POPIA compliance and data handling requirements
12. Limitation of Liability: Extent and limitations of each party's liability
13. Termination: Grounds and process for termination of the agreement
14. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes between parties
15. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, governing law, etc.
1. Non-Compete: Restrictions on competition, used when service provider will have access to sensitive business information
2. Performance Metrics: Specific KPIs and service levels, used for longer-term or complex service arrangements
3. Insurance: Insurance requirements, used when services involve significant risks or regulatory requirements
4. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances, particularly relevant in long-term contracts
5. Change Control: Process for managing changes to services, used in complex or technical service arrangements
6. B-BBEE Compliance: Black Economic Empowerment commitments, used when contracting with government or large corporations
7. Subcontracting: Terms for engaging subcontractors, used when service provider may need to delegate work
1. Schedule 1 - Scope of Services: Detailed specification of services, deliverables, and timelines
2. Schedule 2 - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of fees, rates, and payment milestones
3. Schedule 3 - Service Levels: Specific performance metrics and service level requirements
4. Schedule 4 - Key Personnel: List of key team members and their roles
5. Appendix A - Client Policies: Relevant client policies that service provider must comply with
6. Appendix B - Required Insurance: Specific insurance requirements and coverage levels
Relevant legal definitions
Agreement
Authorized Representative
Business Day
Client
Client Materials
Commencement Date
Confidential Information
Deliverables
Effective Date
Fees
Force Majeure Event
Intellectual Property Rights
Key Personnel
Personal Information
Project
Project Manager
Services
Service Levels
Service Provider
Scope of Work
Term
Third Party
VAT
Work Product
Authorized Representative
Business Day
Client
Client Materials
Commencement Date
Confidential Information
Deliverables
Effective Date
Fees
Force Majeure Event
Intellectual Property Rights
Key Personnel
Personal Information
Project
Project Manager
Services
Service Levels
Service Provider
Scope of Work
Term
Third Party
VAT
Work Product
Clauses
Interpretation
Appointment
Duration
Services
Service Provider Obligations
Client Obligations
Fees and Payment
Intellectual Property
Confidentiality
Data Protection
Personnel
Warranties
Indemnification
Limitation of Liability
Force Majeure
Termination
Insurance
Dispute Resolution
Anti-Corruption
Assignment
Subcontracting
Notices
Governing Law
Entire Agreement
Severability
Variation
Waiver
Competition
Change Control
Performance Monitoring
Relationship of Parties
B-BBEE
Appointment
Duration
Services
Service Provider Obligations
Client Obligations
Fees and Payment
Intellectual Property
Confidentiality
Data Protection
Personnel
Warranties
Indemnification
Limitation of Liability
Force Majeure
Termination
Insurance
Dispute Resolution
Anti-Corruption
Assignment
Subcontracting
Notices
Governing Law
Entire Agreement
Severability
Variation
Waiver
Competition
Change Control
Performance Monitoring
Relationship of Parties
B-BBEE
Relevant Industries
Technology and IT Services
Management Consulting
Legal Services
Financial Services
Engineering and Technical Services
Marketing and Advertising
Healthcare Services
Education and Training
Architecture and Design
Business Advisory Services
Human Resources Services
Environmental Consulting
Relevant Teams
Legal
Procurement
Operations
Finance
Risk and Compliance
Commercial
Human Resources
Project Management Office
Business Development
Executive Leadership
Relevant Roles
Legal Counsel
Procurement Manager
Contract Manager
Business Development Manager
Project Manager
Operations Director
Chief Financial Officer
Risk Manager
Compliance Officer
Commercial Director
Human Resources Director
Chief Executive Officer
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