This Consulting Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of [DATE] (the "Effective Date") by and between [COMPANY_NAME], a [STATE] corporation with its principal place of business at [COMPANY_ADDRESS] ("Company"), and [CONSULTANT_NAME], with a principal place of business at [CONSULTANT_ADDRESS] ("Consultant").
The parties agree as follows:
1.1 Scope of Services: Consultant agrees to provide specialized WordPress consulting services, including but not limited to:
- Custom WordPress theme and plugin development.
- Website performance optimization (e.g., Core Web Vitals, page speed improvements).
- Security audits and implementation of best practices.
- Migration of websites to/from WordPress platforms.
- Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
- Providing strategic advice on WordPress architecture and scalability.
1.2 Objectives: The primary objective of this engagement is to ensure that [COMPANY_NAME] delivers high-quality WordPress solutions to its clients, adhering to industry standards and best practices, while meeting project-specific requirements.
2.1 Responsibilities: Consultant shall:
- Perform all services in a professional and timely manner, adhering to agreed-upon timelines and milestones.
- Utilize industry-standard tools such as Git, WP-CLI, and debugging tools like Query Monitor.
- Provide regular progress updates and reports to [COMPANY_NAME].
- Ensure all deliverables are compatible with the latest stable WordPress version and major browsers.
2.2 Deliverables: Consultant shall deliver the following (as applicable to the project):
- Fully functional WordPress themes or plugins, with documented code.
- Detailed performance and security audit reports.
- Migration plans and execution logs.
- Post-project documentation and training materials, if required.
3.1 Access and Information: [COMPANY_NAME] shall provide Consultant with:
- Access to necessary systems, servers, and credentials.
- Clear project requirements and specifications.
- Timely feedback and approvals to avoid project delays.
3.2 Point of Contact: [COMPANY_NAME] shall designate [REPRESENTATIVE_NAME] as the primary point of contact for Consultant.
4.1 Payment Options: Compensation shall be structured as follows (select applicable):
- Hourly Rate: $[HOURLY_RATE] per hour, billed weekly.
- Project-Based Fee: $[PROJECT_FEE], payable in [NUMBER] installments: [PERCENTAGE]% upon signing, [PERCENTAGE]% upon milestone completion, and [PERCENTAGE]% upon final delivery.
- Retainer: $[RETAINER_FEE] per month, covering up to [NUMBER] hours of consulting services. Additional hours will be billed at $[HOURLY_RATE] per hour.
4.2 Payment Terms: Invoices shall be issued [weekly/monthly/upon milestone completion] and are due within [NUMBER] days of receipt. Late payments will incur a [PERCENTAGE]% monthly interest charge.
4.3 Expense Reimbursement: [COMPANY_NAME] shall reimburse Consultant for pre-approved, reasonable expenses incurred during the performance of services, including software licenses, hosting fees, and travel costs.
5.1 Project Timeline: Consultant shall commence services on [START_DATE] and complete all deliverables by [END_DATE].
5.2 Milestones:
| Milestone Description | Completion Date | Payment Amount |
|-----------------------------|-----------------|----------------|
| Initial Consultation | [DATE] | $[AMOUNT] |
| Development Phase Completion| [DATE] | $[AMOUNT] |
| Final Delivery | [DATE] | $[AMOUNT] |
6.1 Consultant is an independent contractor and not an employee of [COMPANY_NAME]. Consultant shall have no authority to bind [COMPANY_NAME] in any manner.
6.2 Consultant is responsible for all taxes, insurance, and benefits related to their services.
7.1 Confidentiality: Consultant agrees to keep all proprietary information, client data, and trade secrets of [COMPANY_NAME] confidential and not disclose them to any third party without prior written consent.
7.2 Non-Compete: During the term of this Agreement and for [NUMBER] months thereafter, Consultant shall not directly compete with [COMPANY_NAME] by offering WordPress consulting services to [COMPANY_NAME]'s clients without prior written approval.
8.1 All work product, including but not limited to code, designs, and documentation, created by Consultant under this Agreement shall be the sole property of [COMPANY_NAME].
8.2 Consultant agrees to assign all rights, title, and interest in such work product to [COMPANY_NAME] upon receipt of full payment.
9.1 Consultant warrants that all services will be performed in a professional manner and that all deliverables will be free from material defects for a period of [NUMBER] days after delivery.
9.2 Consultant does not warrant third-party software or tools used in the project.
10.1 Consultant shall indemnify and hold harmless [COMPANY_NAME] from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from Consultant's breach of this Agreement or negligence.
10.2 [COMPANY_NAME] shall indemnify Consultant for claims arising from the use of materials or instructions provided by [COMPANY_NAME].
11.1 Consultant shall maintain general liability insurance of at least $[AMOUNT] and provide proof of coverage upon request.
12.1 Termination for Convenience: Either party may terminate this Agreement with [NUMBER] days' written notice.
12.2 Termination for Cause: Either party may terminate immediately upon breach of this Agreement by the other party.
12.3 Upon termination, Consultant shall deliver all completed work and return any confidential materials to [COMPANY_NAME].
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [STATE].
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings.
This Agreement may only be amended in writing, signed by both parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.
[COMPANY_NAME]
By: ____
Name: [REPRESENTATIVENAME]
Title: [REPRESENTATIVE_TITLE]
[CONSULTANT_NAME]
By: ____
Name: [CONSULTANTNAME]
Title: [CONSULTANT_TITLE]
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