{"product_id":"sub-contractor-agreement","title":"Sub Contractor Agreement Template - South Africa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA sub contractor agreement template South Africa main contractors can use when bringing trades and specialists onto a job.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- begin Convert Experiences code--\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/cdn-4.convertexperiments.com\/js\/10049908-100412119.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c!-- end Convert Experiences code --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSUB CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT TEMPLATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the appointment of individuals or businesses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sub Contractor Agreement can be used to appoint a sub-contractor to deliver services to a customer on the main supplier’s or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/General_contractor\"\u003ePrime Contractor’s\u003c\/a\u003e behalf. The sub contractor agreement contract sets out the rights and obligations, and establishes the terms and conditions of the sub-contractor’s delivery of services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should use a Sub Contractor Agreement? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should use a written Sub-Contractor's Agreement if you appoint sub-contractors to deliver services to your customers on your behalf. The contract gives effect to the contractor appointment, and sets out the terms of relationship with a Sub-Contractor, including the terms of payment and the services required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the agreement include? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sub contractor agreement includes clauses relating to: interpretation; appointment; sub-contractor duties and acknowledgements; prime contractor’s responsibilities; fees; indemnities; restraints; confidentiality; termination; force majeure; arbitration; breach; general clauses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this contract look like? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese terms and conditions can be printed onto fifteen pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you use this sub contractor agreement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the sample sub-contractor agreement to ensure that it meets your needs. The template agreement is editable, allowing you to make changes to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete the relevant details of the sub-contractor appointment, add any services and fees annexures, get your sub contractor to sign, and you sign in acknowledgement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the various Contractor Agreement templates?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have noticed that we have a few different versions of Contractor Agreements. What are the differences between them? Here is a brief description of the agreement templates we have available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agreementsonline.co.za\/agreements\/basic-contractor-agreement\/\"\u003eBasic Contractor Agreement\u003c\/a\u003e: this contract addresses basic, general terms \u0026amp; conditions for appointing a contractor. Use this contract template for smaller projects, or with smaller companies, or where the parties don’t want or need a long and more comprehensive contract. This agreement makes provision for sub-contracted work as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agreementsonline.co.za\/agreements\/comprehensive-contractor-agreement\/\"\u003eComprehensive Contractor Agreement\u003c\/a\u003e: this contract template addresses terms \u0026amp; conditions for appointing a contractor, but is more detailed and comprehensive than the Basic Contractor Agreement. It provides wider coverage, making it longer and more involved. Recommended for use in larger projects, larger companies, or where the parties need or want a more comprehensive document.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSub Contractor Agreement (this agreement): this contract is used where a company has received an order, but needs help to deliver the products and services to its customer. The company can appoint a sub-contractor to help it meet the obligations in the client’s order. This is a detailed sub contractor document. For a simple sub-contractor agreement the Basic Contractor Agreement can be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe Use and Terms of a Subcontractor agreement template:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eA subcontractor agreement template is a legally binding contract(written agreement) between a contractor or contracting company being one party to the agreement and a subcontractor being the other party hereto (often a general contractor), outlining the terms of their working relationship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eIt specifies the work to be done and the work for which the subcontractor is solely responsible, services hereunder, payment terms, deadlines, intellectual property rights of the subcontractor (general contractor) and hiring contractor or company, effective date of the independent contractors agreement, any direct costs to the company and the general contractor, employment benefits for the general contractor, fixed price for services as agreed to within the subcontractor contract, legal fees, and other remaining provisions and important details to which the hiring contractor and sub contractor agrees. (both parties agree hreto)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eOur subcontractor agreement template comes in a Microsoft word format and is completely editable to the needs of the parties hereto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eSome important elements of subcontractor agreements include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe definition of subcontractor's work and scope of work to which both parties agree and is always included within subcontractor agreements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eUse of a subcontractor agreement template.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe subcontractor agreement form is to be read together with the prime contract to which both the subcontractor and the other party hereto is bound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eIndependent contractor status and undertaking such as that the subcontractor will perform the Services hereunder in a professional and workmanlike manner\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eEntire agreement clause, bringing together each provision of this agreement as set out throughout the entire agreement read together with the prime contract. This is a very common clause within subcontractor agreements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe independent contractor agreement shall set out all Subcontractor warrants to which both parties agree. The Subcontractor agrees to defend and indemnify the Contractor, as well as any of the Contractor's affiliated entities and\/or individuals, from all third \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eparty claims\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003e that arise out of, or relate to, the Subcontractor's work\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eLegal fees and dispute resolution afforded in accordance with the local laws and any other applicable law. As well as any such notice to be given to the other party during dispute resolution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003ePayment terms and final payment to the subcontractor by the other party hereto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eAn important provision of this agreement is the Scope of work and intellectual property.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eInsurance policies and necessary permits required under this subcontractor agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eGoverning law and competent jurisdiction having bearing on the subcontractor agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe subcontractor agreement sent out the Hiring contractor and subcontractor relationship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe use of a simple subcontractor agreement form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003ePrior written consent for any changes or modifications to any provision of this subcontractor agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe responsibility of the subcontractor for their work as well as actions that constitute willful misconduct for which the subcontractor will be held responsible under this subcontractor agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe requirement for the subcontractor to obtain any necessary permits and licenses under this subcontractor agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe subcontractor agreement also addresses the exclusivity of the arrangement with other subcontractors and whether this is an exclusive arrangement or not.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe considerations of the prime contract and its bearing on the subcontractor agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe subcontractor agreement sets out the requirement for the subcontractor to maintain insurance policies, including commercial general liability and automobile liability under the subcontractor agreement and similar agreements concluded with a general contractor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eWorkers compensation to the general contractor under the subcontractor agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe provision for legal protection for both parties in case of any disputes as well as any written notice to be given in accordance with the subcontractor Agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe force majeure clause within the subcontractor agreement, which excuses performance in case of unforeseeable events. In the case of such failure the subcontractor agreement shall not be seen as breached.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe requirement for a return receipt requested for any written notice is set out within the subcontractor agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe Subcontractor agreement shall have the inclusion of specific details about the project to be completed by the general contractor, such as the required services and intellectual property rights to which the subcontractor agrees as well as other parties relevant to the subcontractor Agreement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe provision for attorneys' fees and costs to the prevailing party in any legal action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eOnce signed by the subcontractor (general contractor) and the other party hereto, the agreement shall be in full force and effect as both the prime contractor and subcontractor agrees to its terms in full.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eA subcontractor agreement template should be carefully drafted to ensure that all parties involved are protected and that the project is completed successfully. It is essential to seek the assistance of legal experts and to use a reputable subcontractor agreement template.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"var(--purple-10)\"\u003eThe subcontractor agreement template is a critical document that should be carefully crafted by legal experts to ensure that both parties are protected in case of any misunderstandings or disputes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0750\/5804\/files\/Residentail-Lease-agreement-1000-_C3_97-1000-px-2024-07-19T095858.326.jpg\" alt=\"Sub contractor agreement template South Africa\" width=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to use a sub contractor agreement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sub contractor agreement is what a main contractor signs with the specialists who do part of the job. It sits underneath the head contract and needs to line up with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost disputes on site come from a gap between the two documents: the main contract promises something the sub contract never passed down, and the main contractor is left carrying it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this template is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMain contractors bringing in trades and specialists, and sub contractors who want the scope and payment terms agreed before they start on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn editable document in Microsoft Word, plus a PDF copy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWording drafted and reviewed by a lawyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClauses covering scope, payment, duration, insurance and termination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant download after purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe parts worth getting right\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure the scope matches what the head contract requires, with nothing falling between the two\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTie payment to the main contract terms, so you are not paying out before you are paid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgree who carries insurance and to what level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet out how variations get approved, and by whom, in writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeal with health and safety responsibilities explicitly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sub contractor agreement is a template for you to adapt, not legal advice on your project. Construction work in South Africa also carries health and safety duties under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and long-running engagements can raise employment questions, so it is worth having an attorney review your final wording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Online Agreements Shop cc and its members, staff, legal advisers, partners and consultants, agents and any person associated therewith cannot be held liable for any loss or damage that is incurred or may be incurred by any person as a direct or indirect result of the use of this website or any document or information contained on or obtained from this website, nor as a result of anything that is contained in or left out of any document.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agreements Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61657305448588,"sku":"AO-4177","price":820.66,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0750\/5804\/files\/Residentail-Lease-agreement-1000-_C3_97-1000-px-2024-07-19T095858.326.jpg?v=1790553376","url":"https:\/\/agreementsonline.co.za\/products\/sub-contractor-agreement","provider":"Agreements Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}