SERVICE CONTRACT

1. THE PARTIES:

This Service Agreement (“Agreement”) made on ____________ [DATE] is between:

SERVICE PROVIDER: __________________________________________ (“Service Provider”) with a principal place

of business at ____________________________________________________________________________________________________:

AND;

CLIENT: ____________________________________ (“Client”), with a principal place of business at ________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Service Provider and Client are each referred to herein as a “Party” and, collectively, as the “Parties.”

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and agreements contained herein, the
Client engages the Service Provider to perform services under the terms and conditions agreed upon
by both Parties:

2. SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED:

The Service Provider agrees to perform the following service:

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The Service Provider must adhere to the Client’s policies, standards, and regulations, as well as local,
state, and federal laws to the best of their ability while delivering the Service.

3. TERM:

The term of this Agreement shall commence on ____________, 20____, and terminate:

☐ - On End Date: On ____________, 20____

☐ - At-Will: Written notice of at least _____ days’ notice.

☐ - Other: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. PAYMENT AMOUNT:

The Client agrees to pay the Service Provider the specified compensation for the services in this Agreement.

☐ - $________ / Hour

☐ - $________ / per Job. A “Job” is ______________________________________________________________________________

☐ - Other: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________

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 5. PAYMENT METHOD:
The Payment Amount is to be paid by the Client:
☐ Daily
☐ Weekly
☐ Bi-Weekly
☐ Monthly
☐ When invoiced
☐ Other: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

6. RETAINER:
This Agreement requires:
☐ A Retainer. The client agrees to provide a retainer of $__________ to the service provider, serving as
an advance for forthcoming services to be rendered.
☐ Retainer is refundable.
☐ Retainer is non-refundable.
☐ No Retainer. The client is not obligated to make a retainer payment prior to the commencement
of work by the service provider.

7. INSPECTION OF SERVICES:
The client’s compensation is contingent upon their inspection of the service provider’s completed work. If
any services rendered under this agreement are found to be faulty or incomplete, the client has the right to
inform the service provider, and the service provider is obligated to promptly rectify any such issues within
a reasonable timeframe.

8. RETURN OF PROPERTY:
At the end of this Agreement, the Service Provider is required to promptly return all Client-provided
property, including cleaning supplies, uniforms, equipment, and any other items. Failure to comply may
lead to a delay in the Client’s final payment.

9. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE:

The Service Provider acknowledges the critical importance of timely performance for all Services.

10. CONFIDENTIALITY:
The Service Provider acknowledges that all financial records, property lists, customer data, and any other
information related to the Client’s business ("Confidential Information") is strictly confidential. Therefore,
the Service Provider shall not disclose any Confidential Information, except when required to advance the
Client’s business or when such information is a matter of public record. This confidentiality obligation
remains in effect during the term of this Agreement and after its termination, unless the Client provides
prior written consent for disclosure.

A. Return of Documents: Service Provider acknowledges and agrees that all originals and copies of
records, reports, documents, lists, plans, memoranda, notes, and other documentation related to the
business of the Client containing Confidential Information shall be the sole and exclusive property of
the Client and shall be returned to the Client upon termination of this Agreement or upon written
request of the Client.

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 B. Injunction: The Client acknowledges that quantifying damages to their business resulting from a
breach by the Service Provider under this Section would be challenging. Therefore, monetary damages
alone would be an insufficient remedy for such a breach. Consequently, if the Service Provider
breaches this Section, the Client may seek injunctive relief or other appropriate orders, in addition to
any other available legal or equitable remedies, without the need to demonstrate actual damages
suffered by the Client.
C. No Release: The Service Provider acknowledges that termination of this Agreement does not
relieve them of the obligations outlined in this Section.

11. TAXES:
Service Provider shall pay and be solely responsible for all withholdings, including, but not limited to,
Social Security, State unemployment, State and Federal income taxes, and any other obligations. In addition,
Service Provider shall pay all applicable sales or use taxes on the labor provided and materials furnished or
otherwise required by law in connection with the Services performed.

12. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS:

The Service Provider hereby confirms their status as an independent contractor and explicitly disclaims
any agency, partnership, joint venture, or employee relationship with the Client. The Service Provider holds
no authority to bind or impose obligations on the Client in any capacity, nor may they assert such authority
to any party. In the event that the Client incurs any loss or damage due to a breach of this agreement, the
Service Provider shall indemnify and protect the Client from any resulting losses or damages.

13. SAFETY:
The Service Provider is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of their employees,
subcontractors, material suppliers, and all individuals in connection with the Services or the Work Site.
This includes taking necessary precautions to prevent any risks of death, injury, or bodily harm.
Furthermore, the Service Provider must adhere to all federal laws and OSHA regulations governing the
Work Site. Any injuries, losses, or fees resulting from non-compliance shall be the sole responsibility and
liability of the Service Provider.

14. ALCOHOL AND DRUGS:

Service Provider agrees that the presence of alcohol and drugs are prohibited on the Work Site and while
performing their Services. If the Service Provider or any of their agents, employees, or subcontractors are
determined to be present or with alcohol or drugs in their possession, this Agreement shall terminate
immediately.

15. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS:

The terms of this Agreement shall extend to the heirs, personal representatives, successors, and assigns of
the Parties. Any provision imposing post-termination or expiration obligations on the Service Provider or
Client shall remain in force and continue to bind them.

16. DEFAULT:
In the event of default under this Agreement, the defaulted Party shall reimburse the non-defaulting Party
or Parties for all costs and expenses reasonably incurred by the non-defaulting Party or Parties in
connection with the default, including, without limitation, attorney’s fees. Additionally, in the event a suit or
action is filed to enforce this Agreement or with respect to this Agreement, the prevailing Party or Parties
shall be reimbursed by the other Party for all costs and expenses incurred in connection with the suit or
action, including, without limitation, reasonable attorney’s fees at the trial level and on appeal.

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 17. NO WAIVER:
No waiver of any provision in this Agreement shall be effective unless made in writing by the waiving Party
and shall not be considered a continuing waiver.

18. APPLICABLE LAW:

This Agreement shall be governed under the laws in the State of _________________________________________________.

19. SEVERABILITY:
In the event that a court with proper jurisdiction deems any term, covenant, condition, or provision of this
Agreement as invalid, void, or unenforceable, the other provisions shall continue to be fully valid and
enforceable, and they shall remain unaffected, unimpaired, and valid.

20. ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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21. ENTIRE AGREEMENT:

This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the Parties pertaining to its subject
matter, and it overrides any previous contemporaneous agreements, representations, and understandings
among the Parties. Any additions, changes, or modifications to this Agreement will only be valid if they are
documented in writing and signed by all Parties involved.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto agree to the above terms and have caused this Agreement to be
executed in their names by their duly authorized officers.

SIGNATURES:
Client’s Signature: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Printed Name

____________________________________________________________________________________
Signature

____________________________________________________________________________________
Date

____________________________________________________________________________________

Service Provider’s Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Printed Name

__________________________________________________________________________________
Signature

__________________________________________________________________________________
Date

__________________________________________________________________________________

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