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Service Agreement for Australia

Service Agreement Template for Australia

This document is an Australian-law governed Service Agreement that establishes the legal framework for the provision of services between a service provider and a client. It incorporates key requirements under Australian federal and state laws, including the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and relevant state fair trading legislation. The agreement covers essential elements such as service scope, performance standards, payment terms, liability allocation, and termination rights, while ensuring compliance with Australian consumer protection, privacy, and business regulations.

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What is a Service Agreement?

This Service Agreement template is designed for use in Australian business contexts where one party (the service provider) agrees to provide specific services to another party (the client). It is particularly suitable for ongoing service arrangements where clear terms, conditions, and service standards need to be established. The agreement incorporates requirements under Australian federal and state legislation, including consumer protection, privacy, and fair trading laws. It can be customized for various service types, from professional consulting to technical services, and includes provisions for service delivery, payment terms, performance standards, intellectual property rights, and risk allocation. This document is essential for businesses operating in Australia that need to formalize their service relationships while ensuring compliance with local legal requirements.

What sections should be included in a Service Agreement?

1. Parties: Identification and details of the service provider and client

2. Background: Context of the agreement and relationship between the parties

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Defined terms and rules for interpreting the agreement

4. Term: Duration of the agreement, including commencement date and renewal provisions

5. Services: Detailed description of services to be provided

6. Service Provider's Obligations: Key responsibilities and commitments of the service provider

7. Client's Obligations: Key responsibilities and commitments of the client

8. Fees and Payment: Payment terms, rates, invoicing, and payment methods

9. GST: GST treatment and obligations

10. Intellectual Property: Ownership and licensing of IP created or used in services

11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information

12. Privacy: Handling of personal information and privacy compliance

13. Liability and Indemnity: Risk allocation between parties

14. Insurance: Required insurance coverage

15. Termination: Grounds and process for ending the agreement

16. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes

17. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, assignment, and governing law

What sections are optional to include in a Service Agreement?

1. Performance Standards: Include when specific service levels or KPIs need to be met

2. Change Management: Include for complex services where scope changes are likely

3. Business Continuity: Include for critical services requiring disaster recovery planning

4. Security Requirements: Include when handling sensitive data or accessing client systems

5. Transition Services: Include when complex handover is required at start or end

6. Compliance with Laws: Include when service is in heavily regulated industry

7. Sub-contracting: Include when service provider may need to engage sub-contractors

8. Force Majeure: Include when external events could significantly impact service delivery

What schedules should be included in a Service Agreement?

1. Schedule 1 - Services Description: Detailed specification of services to be provided

2. Schedule 2 - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of fees, rates, and charges

3. Schedule 3 - Service Levels: Performance metrics and service level requirements

4. Schedule 4 - Key Personnel: Details of key staff delivering services

5. Schedule 5 - Implementation Plan: Timeline and milestones for service implementation

6. Schedule 6 - Approved Sub-contractors: List of pre-approved sub-contractors if relevant

7. Schedule 7 - Insurance Requirements: Specific insurance types and coverage levels

8. Appendix A - Form of Change Request: Template for requesting and approving changes to 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

Agreement Contract

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Professional Services

Information Technology

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Healthcare

Education

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Construction

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Marketing and Advertising

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Human Resources

Property Services

Relevant Teams

Legal

Procurement

Operations

Commercial

Finance

Risk and Compliance

Business Development

Contract Administration

Project Management Office

Account Management

Relevant Roles

Legal Counsel

Contract Manager

Procurement Manager

Business Development Manager

Operations Manager

Commercial Manager

Project Manager

Risk Manager

Compliance Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Chief Operating Officer

General Manager

Account Manager

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