TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Definitions
“Supplier” means [your company name].
“Client” means the party named in the Order Form.
“Services” means the services described in the Order Form.
“Order Form” means the document signed by both parties incorporating these Terms. - Contract Formation
A contract is formed when an Order Form is signed by both parties.
These Terms apply to all Services unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing. - Scope of Services
The Supplier will provide the Services described in the Order Form.
Any work outside that scope requires written agreement and may incur additional fees. - Client Responsibilities
The Client will
• Provide information and approvals promptly
• Ensure materials supplied are accurate and lawful
• Not unreasonably delay the Supplier’s work
The Supplier is not responsible for delays caused by the Client.
- Fees and Payment
Fees are set out in the Order Form.
All fees are exclusive of VAT unless stated otherwise.
Late payments may accrue interest at 8 percent per annum above the Bank of England base rate, in line with the Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations. - Suspension of Services
The Supplier may suspend Services if payment is overdue by more than 14 days. - Termination
Either party may terminate in line with the notice period in the Order Form.
The Supplier may terminate immediately if
• The Client fails to pay
• The Client commits a serious breach
• Continued work would be unlawful
On termination, all outstanding fees become immediately due.
- Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise agreed in writing
• The Supplier retains ownership of pre existing materials
• The Client receives a non exclusive licence to use deliverables once fees are paid in full
Draft work remains the Supplier’s property until paid for.
- Confidentiality
Both parties agree to keep confidential information private and not disclose it without consent, except where required by law. - Data Protection
Each party will comply with applicable UK data protection law.
The Client remains responsible for any personal data it provides to the Supplier. - Limitation of Liability
The Supplier’s total liability in any 12 month period is limited to the fees paid by the Client in that period.
The Supplier is not liable for
• Loss of profits
• Loss of business
• Indirect or consequential loss
Nothing limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for fraud.
- Force Majeure
Neither party is liable for failure caused by events outside reasonable control. - Governing Law
This agreement is governed by the law of England and Wales.
The courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction.