SAMPLE DOCUMENT
Software development services agreement
This is a simplified sample showing how I usually structure a collaboration. The final wording is always tailored to the specific project and agreed together before work starts. This template is not legal advice.
§1 · Subject of the agreement
- The Contractor undertakes to deliver to the Client [project description, e.g. a web application, system, integration], hereinafter the “Work”.
- The detailed scope and schedule are defined in Appendix 1.
- Scope changes require documented confirmation (e.g. e-mail) and may affect the deadline and remuneration.
§2 · Manner of performance
- The work is carried out in stages, according to the schedule in Appendix 1.
- The Contractor regularly, at least once every [week / two weeks], informs the Client about progress and shares working versions.
- The Client provides the materials and information necessary for the work within the agreed deadlines.
§3 · Remuneration
- The parties agree on remuneration of [a fixed fee of … PLN net / an hourly rate of … PLN net].
- The remuneration is payable [in full upon acceptance / in instalments after each stage], based on an invoice, within [14] days of its delivery.
§4 · Acceptance
- Upon completion, the Contractor submits the Work for acceptance. Within [7] days the Client either reports remarks or confirms acceptance.
- The Contractor fixes reported defects within a reasonable time. No remarks within the agreed period is deemed acceptance of the Work.
§5 · Copyright
- Upon payment of the full remuneration, the Contractor transfers to the Client the economic copyright to the Work within the scope specified in the agreement [or grants a licence — to be agreed].
- The Contractor retains the right to use the general knowledge and experience gained during the work, and open source components in accordance with their licences.
§6 · Confidentiality
- The parties undertake to keep confidential any information obtained in connection with the agreement, also after its termination.
§7 · Liability
- The Contractor's liability under this agreement is limited to the amount of remuneration received and does not cover lost profits.
§8 · Termination
- Either party may terminate the agreement with a [14]-day notice period.
- In such a case, the Client pays for the work completed up to the termination date, and the Contractor hands over its results.
§9 · Final provisions
- Matters not regulated herein are governed by the Polish Civil Code.
- Amendments require documented form. The parties will first attempt to resolve any disputes amicably.
Client
Contractor