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Time And Materials Software Development Contract
"I need a Time and Materials Software Development Contract for a Canadian fintech startup engaging an external development team to build a mobile payment application, with specific provisions for data security compliance and source code ownership."
1. Parties: Identification of the service provider and client, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement and general purpose of the software development project
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Scope of Services: Description of software development services to be provided, including methodology and deliverables
5. Time and Materials Basis: Explanation of billing structure, rates, and time tracking requirements
6. Project Management: Roles, responsibilities, reporting structure, and communication protocols
7. Change Control: Process for requesting and implementing changes to scope or requirements
8. Personnel: Requirements for development team, qualifications, and replacement procedures
9. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and licensing of developed software and related materials
10. Acceptance Testing: Procedures for testing and accepting deliverables
11. Warranties and Representations: Quality guarantees and standard of work commitments
12. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
13. Data Protection: Compliance with privacy laws and data handling requirements
14. Liability and Indemnification: Risk allocation and limitations of liability
15. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and termination rights
16. Payment Terms: Billing procedures, payment schedules, and expense reimbursement
17. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law, notices, and assignment
1. Source Code Escrow: Used when source code needs to be held in escrow for client protection
2. Security Requirements: Include when dealing with sensitive data or specific security compliance needs
3. Service Levels: Add when specific performance metrics or availability requirements apply
4. Disaster Recovery: Include for mission-critical software development projects
5. Third-Party Software: Required when incorporating third-party tools or libraries
6. International Transfer: Include when development involves cross-border data transfers
7. Training: Add when developer training for client staff is part of the scope
8. Maintenance and Support: Include if post-development support is part of the agreement
1. Schedule A - Rate Card: Detailed breakdown of hourly rates for different roles and expertise levels
2. Schedule B - Project Specifications: Technical requirements and specifications for the software
3. Schedule C - Project Timeline: High-level project milestones and delivery dates
4. Schedule D - Testing Procedures: Detailed acceptance testing criteria and procedures
5. Schedule E - Key Personnel: List of key team members and their roles
6. Schedule F - Security Standards: Specific security requirements and compliance standards
7. Appendix 1 - Change Request Template: Standard form for submitting and approving changes
8. Appendix 2 - Progress Report Template: Standard format for progress and time reporting
9. Appendix 3 - Acceptance Certificate: Template for formal acceptance of deliverables
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