Standard Service Terms of Business (B2B)

These Standard Service Terms of Business are designed for use where a service provider supplies services to business clients.

They are particularly well suited to one-off projects and short-term engagements, where you need a clear contractual framework without producing a bespoke agreement for each client.

When These B2B Service Terms Are Most Suitable

Use this template where services are being supplied to another business rather than to an individual consumer.

It is broad enough for many different types of services, but is generally best suited to shorter or standalone engagements rather than long-term ongoing arrangements.

How the Contract Is Put Together

These terms form the basis of the contract once the service provider accepts the client’s order for services.

The practical detail referred to throughout the terms should be included in the order and, where needed, in a written specification. Those supporting documents sit alongside the standard terms and supply the transaction-specific information.

Key Commercial Options in the Terms

This template does more than set out standard legal boilerplate. It also includes useful options that can be adapted to the way the services are being supplied.

• Two payment structures: a one-off inclusive fee or a time and materials basis
• Optional data processing provisions where the service provider processes personal data on the client’s behalf
• Optional provisions that affect the balance of obligations, including responsibility for licences and consents

Main Legal and Practical Points Covered

The terms cover the core issues that commonly arise in B2B service contracts, including service delivery, each party’s obligations, fees and payment, intellectual property, confidentiality, insurance, liability, data protection, termination, and the usual general contract provisions.

The liability clause has also been updated and restructured to make it easier to read and interpret.

Consumer Version

An alternative version is available for use with consumer clients.

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