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Subcontractor Agreement Template

Comprehensive subcontractor contract covering scope, payment, insurance, and liability. Protect your projects and your business.

PDF + DOCX formats8 pages, fully editable

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Legal Protection

Comprehensive clauses protect you from liability and disputes

Payment Security

Clear terms ensure you get paid and control cash flow

Clear Expectations

Define scope, schedule, and quality standards upfront

Risk Transfer

Insurance and indemnity clauses transfer risk appropriately

Comprehensive Legal Protection

Every clause you need to protect your business when working with subcontractors

Parties & Project Identification

Clear identification of contractor, subcontractor, and project details

Scope of Work

Detailed description of work to be performed with specifications

Contract Sum & Payment Terms

Fixed price or unit pricing with payment schedule and retainage

Insurance Requirements

General liability, workers comp, and auto insurance minimums

Indemnification Clause

Protect yourself from liability for subcontractor negligence

Safety Compliance

OSHA requirements, safety program adherence, drug testing

Change Order Procedures

Process for requesting and approving scope changes

Dispute Resolution

Mediation and arbitration clauses to avoid costly litigation

Key Contract Provisions

Scope of Work - Exactly what the sub will and won't do
Payment Terms - When and how they get paid (and retainage)
Insurance Requirements - Minimum coverage amounts you require
Indemnification - They hold you harmless for their negligence
Schedule Requirements - Start date, completion date, milestone dates
Change Order Process - How changes are requested and approved
Termination Rights - When either party can end the relationship
Lien Waivers - Requirement to provide waivers with each payment

Why You Need a Written Subcontractor Agreement

Without a Written Agreement:

  • • No clear scope - disputes over what's included
  • • Payment disputes with no recourse
  • • You may be liable for their negligence
  • • Mechanics liens filed against your project

With This Agreement:

  • • Clear scope eliminates disputes
  • • Payment terms protect cash flow
  • • Indemnification transfers liability
  • • Lien waiver requirements protect you

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