Introduction

These terms and conditions (“Agreement”) govern the provision of consultancy services (“Services”) by [Your Company Name] (“Consultant”) to the client (“Client”) engaging the Services. By engaging the Services of the Consultant, the Client agrees to be bound by this Agreement.

Scope of Services

2.1 The Consultant agrees to provide Consultancy Services to the best of their abilities, expertise, and professional knowledge.

2.2 The Services provided by the Consultant may include but are not limited to: laboratory design, equipment selection, process optimisation, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, tender editing and review, and training.

Client Responsibilities

3.1 The Client agrees to cooperate with the Consultant and provide all necessary information, data, and access to relevant laboratory facilities, equipment, and documentation required to perform the Services effectively.

3.2 The Client shall ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards pertaining to laboratory operations and safety.

Fees and Payment

4.1 The Client agrees to pay the Consultant the fees as set forth in the agreed-upon proposal or contract for the Services provided.

4.2 Payment terms shall be as follows: [Specify the payment terms, including due dates, acceptable payment methods, and any applicable late payment fees or penalties].

4.3 The Consultant reserves the right to suspend or terminate the Services if payment is not received within the specified time frame.

Confidentiality

5.1 The Consultant acknowledges that during the provision of the Services, they may have access to confidential and proprietary information of the Client, including but not limited to laboratory processes, formulas, trade secrets, and research data. The Consultant agrees to maintain the confidentiality of such information and shall not disclose it to any third party without the prior written consent of the Client, except as required by law.

Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Any intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, or trade secrets, arising from the provision of the Services shall remain the property of the Consultant unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

6.2 The Client shall have a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use any deliverables provided by the Consultant solely for the Client’s internal laboratory operations and related purposes.

Limitation of Liability

7.1 The Consultant shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the provision of the Services, regardless of the cause of action.

7.2 The Consultant’s liability for any direct damages arising from the provision of the Services shall be limited to the fees paid by the Client for the Services rendered.

Termination

8.1 Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice if the other party breaches any material provision of this Agreement.

8.2 Upon termination, the Client shall pay any outstanding fees for the Services rendered up to the termination date.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

9.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

9.2 Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of London.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Consultant and the Client and supersedes any prior understandings or agreements, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter herein.