Project-Based Contract

Effective Date: [DATE]
Between:
- [COMPANY_NAME] ("Service Provider")
Address: [COMPANY_ADDRESS]
Email: [EMAIL]
Phone: [PHONE]

• [CLIENT_NAME] ("Client")
  Address: [CLIENT_ADDRESS]

1. Project Description and Objectives

The purpose of this agreement is to define the terms under which [COMPANY_NAME] will provide WordPress development and consulting services to [CLIENT_NAME]. The project involves [briefly describe the project, e.g., "building a custom WordPress website for [CLIENT_NAME] to enhance their online presence and improve user engagement"].

The primary objectives are:
1. Deliver a fully functional WordPress website that meets the agreed-upon specifications.
2. Ensure compatibility with modern browsers, mobile responsiveness, and adherence to SEO best practices.
3. Provide a scalable and maintainable solution tailored to [CLIENT_NAME]'s business needs.

2. Scope of Work Framework

The scope of work includes the following tasks:

2.1. Discovery Phase

• Conduct a project kickoff meeting to gather requirements.
• Develop a project brief outlining goals, target audience, and key features.
• Provide a sitemap and wireframes for approval.

2.2. Design Phase

• Create up to [X] custom homepage design concepts for review.
• Revise designs based on up to [Y] rounds of feedback.
• Deliver final design files for approval.

2.3. Development Phase

• Set up a staging environment for development.
• Build a custom WordPress theme based on approved designs.
• Implement up to [Z] custom plugins or integrations (e.g., WooCommerce, CRM, or API integrations).
• Configure essential tools such as caching, security plugins, and analytics.

2.4. Testing and Quality Assurance

• Conduct cross-browser and device testing.
• Perform functionality testing for all features, including forms, e-commerce workflows, and third-party integrations.
• Address any bugs or issues identified during testing.

2.5. Deployment and Handover

• Migrate the website to the live server.
• Provide a 2-hour training session for [CLIENT_NAME]'s team on managing the WordPress site.
• Deliver documentation, including admin credentials and a user guide.

3. Deliverables and Acceptance Criteria

The following deliverables will be provided:
1. Approved sitemap and wireframes.
2. Finalized design files.
3. Fully functional WordPress website deployed on [CLIENT_NAME]'s hosting environment.
4. Documentation and training materials.

Acceptance Criteria:
- Deliverables will be deemed accepted if [CLIENT_NAME] provides written approval or does not raise objections within five (5) business days of delivery.

4. Project Timeline and Milestones

5. Payment Schedule

• Total Project Fee: $[TOTAL_PROJECT_FEE]
• Payments are tied to milestone completion as outlined above.
• Payments are due within seven (7) calendar days of invoice issuance.

Late payments will incur a 1.5% monthly interest charge.

6. Change Order Procedures

Any changes to the scope of work must be documented in a written Change Order, signed by both parties. Change Orders must include:
1. Description of the change.
2. Impact on timeline and budget.
3. Approval from both parties.

[COMPANY_NAME] reserves the right to pause work until Change Orders are finalized.

7. Project Team and Responsibilities

• [COMPANY_NAME]: Responsible for project management, design, development, and testing.
• [CLIENT_NAME]: Responsible for providing timely feedback, content, and access to necessary systems.

8. Communication Protocols

• Primary Contact for [COMPANY_NAME]: [REPRESENTATIVE_NAME], [REPRESENTATIVE_TITLE], [EMAIL], [PHONE].
• Primary Contact for [CLIENT_NAME]: [CLIENT_CONTACT_NAME], [CLIENT_CONTACT_TITLE], [CLIENT_CONTACT_EMAIL], [CLIENT_CONTACT_PHONE].
• Weekly progress updates will be provided via email or video call.
• Urgent issues will be addressed within 24 hours of notification.

9. Quality Standards

[COMPANY_NAME] will adhere to the following standards:
- Code will follow WordPress coding standards.
- Designs will comply with WCAG 2.1 accessibility guidelines.
- Website performance will achieve a minimum score of 85 on Google PageSpeed Insights.

10. Warranty Period

[COMPANY_NAME] provides a 30-day warranty period post-deployment to address any bugs or issues directly related to the agreed-upon scope of work.

11. Intellectual Property Ownership

Upon full payment, [CLIENT_NAME] will own all deliverables, including design files, code, and documentation. [COMPANY_NAME] retains the right to showcase the project in its portfolio unless otherwise agreed in writing.

12. Risk Allocation

• [COMPANY_NAME] is not liable for delays caused by [CLIENT_NAME]'s failure to provide timely feedback or materials.
• [CLIENT_NAME] is responsible for maintaining backups of the live website post-deployment.

13. Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement with 14 days' written notice. Upon termination:
- [CLIENT_NAME] will pay for all work completed up to the termination date.
- [COMPANY_NAME] will deliver all completed work to [CLIENT_NAME].

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes will first be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If unresolved, disputes will be submitted to binding arbitration in [STATE].

15. Entire Agreement

This agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements. Amendments must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

Signatures

[COMPANY_NAME]
By: ____
Name: [REPRESENTATIVENAME]
Title: [REPRESENTATIVE_TITLE]
Date: [DATE]

[CLIENT_NAME]
By: ____
Name: [CLIENTCONTACT_NAME]
Title: [CLIENT_CONTACT_TITLE]
Date: [DATE]