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Master Supplier Agreement for Australia

Master Supplier Agreement Template for Australia

A comprehensive commercial agreement governed by Australian law that establishes the framework for an ongoing supply relationship between a customer and supplier. This agreement sets out the fundamental terms and conditions governing the supply of goods and/or services, including ordering mechanisms, delivery requirements, payment terms, performance standards, and risk allocation. It incorporates Australian-specific regulatory requirements including those under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010, addressing key aspects such as compliance, warranties, and liability provisions specific to the Australian legal context.

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What is a Master Supplier Agreement?

This Master Supplier Agreement is designed for use in the Australian business environment where organizations require a robust framework for managing ongoing supply relationships. It serves as the primary commercial agreement governing the supply of goods and/or services, establishing key terms, conditions, and operational procedures while ensuring compliance with Australian legal requirements. The agreement is particularly suitable for businesses seeking to establish long-term supply arrangements with multiple ordering possibilities under a single governing framework. It includes comprehensive provisions for ordering processes, performance standards, risk allocation, and dispute resolution, while incorporating specific requirements under Australian law such as consumer protection, privacy, and fair trading provisions. The Master Supplier Agreement can be customized for various industries and supply arrangements, providing a flexible yet structured approach to managing supplier relationships.

What sections should be included in a Master Supplier Agreement?

1. Parties: Identifies and provides details of the contracting parties

2. Background: Sets out the context and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Defines key terms and establishes interpretation principles

4. Term and Renewal: Specifies initial term, renewal options and conditions

5. Supply Obligations: Core obligations for supply of goods/services, including quality standards

6. Ordering Process: Procedures for placing and accepting orders

7. Delivery and Acceptance: Requirements for delivery, inspection, and acceptance of goods/services

8. Pricing and Payment: Pricing structure, payment terms, invoicing requirements

9. Performance Standards: KPIs, service levels, and quality requirements

10. Compliance and Reporting: Regulatory compliance obligations and reporting requirements

11. Insurance and Liability: Insurance requirements and liability limitations

12. Intellectual Property: IP ownership, licenses, and protection

13. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information

14. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes

15. Termination: Termination rights and consequences

16. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including governing law, notices, etc.

What sections are optional to include in a Master Supplier Agreement?

1. Data Protection and Privacy: Required when personal data processing is involved

2. Business Continuity: Important for critical supply relationships

3. Environmental Compliance: Relevant for environmentally sensitive supplies

4. Modern Slavery Compliance: Required for larger contracts or when dealing with high-risk industries/regions

5. Security Requirements: Necessary when handling sensitive information or accessing client systems

6. Change Control: Important for complex or long-term supply arrangements

7. Transition and Exit: Required for complex services or critical supply relationships

8. Parent Company Guarantee: When additional financial security is required

9. Anti-Bribery and Corruption: Important for international supply arrangements or high-risk industries

10. Force Majeure: Optional but recommended for long-term or critical supply arrangements

What schedules should be included in a Master Supplier Agreement?

1. Schedule 1 - Goods and Services Description: Detailed specifications of goods/services to be supplied

2. Schedule 2 - Pricing Schedule: Detailed pricing, including any volume discounts or price adjustment mechanisms

3. Schedule 3 - Service Levels and KPIs: Detailed performance metrics and measurement methods

4. Schedule 4 - Purchase Order Form: Standard form for placing orders

5. Schedule 5 - Insurance Requirements: Detailed insurance requirements and minimum coverage levels

6. Schedule 6 - Approved Subcontractors: List of pre-approved subcontractors if applicable

7. Schedule 7 - Change Request Form: Standard form for requesting changes to goods/services

8. Schedule 8 - Contact Details: Key contacts and escalation points for both parties

9. Schedule 9 - Transition Plan: Implementation or transition requirements

10. Schedule 10 - Special Conditions: Any special terms or requirements for specific goods/services

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Australia

Publisher

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Document Type

Master Agreement

Sector

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Manufacturing

Technology

Retail

Construction

Healthcare

Professional Services

Mining

Energy

Telecommunications

Financial Services

Transportation and Logistics

Agriculture

Education

Relevant Teams

Procurement

Legal

Finance

Operations

Supply Chain

Risk and Compliance

Commercial

Vendor Management

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Administration

Relevant Roles

Procurement Manager

Commercial Manager

Supply Chain Director

Legal Counsel

Contract Manager

Chief Financial Officer

Operations Manager

Risk Manager

Compliance Officer

Category Manager

Vendor Manager

Chief Operating Officer

Sourcing Manager

Business Unit Manager

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