Statement of Work (SOW)
A statement of work sits under a master agreement and nails the specifics of one engagement — what you're delivering, by when, and for how much. Keep the legal terms in the master agreement; keep the moving parts here.
Best for: Kicking off a defined project under an existing services agreement.
Preview
1. Background
This Statement of Work is issued under the master services agreement between the parties dated [date] and describes a specific engagement.
2. Deliverables
The Provider will deliver: [list the deliverables]. Each deliverable is accepted when it meets the acceptance criteria in section 3.
3. Acceptance
The Client will review each deliverable within [5] business days and either accept it or give specific written reasons for rejection.
4. Timeline & Milestones
Milestone 1 — [description] — [date]. Milestone 2 — [description] — [date].
5. Fees
Total fees for this SOW are [amount], invoiced [on milestone completion / monthly].
6. Assumptions
This SOW assumes [timely access, materials, and decisions from the Client]. Delays to these may affect the timeline and fees, handled through change control in the master agreement.
This template is provided free as a starting point and is illustrative only. It is not legal advice and may not suit your situation or jurisdiction. Have it reviewed by a qualified lawyer before use.
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