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Master Service Agreement Template

A master service agreement (MSA) establishes the general terms and conditions that govern an ongoing business relationship between a service provider and a client. Individual projects are then executed under separate statements of work (SOWs) that reference the MSA.

MSAs save time and reduce negotiation costs by establishing terms once — covering liability, IP ownership, confidentiality, and dispute resolution — so each new project only requires a project-specific SOW.

Our AI-generated MSAs are comprehensive framework agreements suitable for technology, consulting, professional services, and creative agencies.

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Key Clauses Included

General Terms and Conditions
Overarching terms that apply to all work performed under the agreement.
Intellectual Property
Default IP ownership rules for work product created under any SOW.
Confidentiality
Mutual confidentiality obligations that apply across all projects.
Indemnification
Each party's indemnification obligations for third-party claims.
Limitation of Liability
Caps on liability and exclusions for consequential damages.
Dispute Resolution
Process for resolving disputes — negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.

Who needs this?

  • Service providers with recurring client relationships
  • Agencies managing multiple projects per client
  • IT companies providing ongoing support and development
  • Consulting firms with enterprise clients

When to use it

  • When starting a long-term service provider relationship
  • When you expect multiple projects with the same client
  • When you want to streamline future project negotiations
  • When replacing ad-hoc contracts with a structured framework

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need both an MSA and SOWs?
The MSA provides general terms. Each project gets its own SOW with specific scope, timeline, and cost. This structure is efficient for ongoing relationships — you negotiate the MSA once and only negotiate project specifics for each new SOW.
Which takes precedence — the MSA or the SOW?
The agreement should specify. Typically, the SOW takes precedence for project-specific terms, while the MSA governs general terms. Conflicting provisions should be addressed in a precedence clause.
How long should an MSA last?
MSAs typically have a 1-3 year term with automatic renewal. Either party can usually terminate with 30-90 days' notice. Active SOWs may survive MSA termination.

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