Free SOW template overview

Statement of Work template

A statement of work translates an MSA into a concrete project: what will be delivered, when, by whom, and for what price. This sample shows the sections teams expect to negotiate project by project.

Sample SOW outline with placeholders. Pair it with an MSA for standing legal terms.

STATEMENT OF WORK

This Statement of Work (the "Agreement") is entered into as of [Effective Date], by and between [Party A], [Entity Type], with an address at [Address] ("Party A"), and [Party B], [Entity Type], with an address at [Address] ("Party B").

1. Project overview. This SOW No. [SOW Number] is issued under the Master Service Agreement dated [MSA Date] between Party A and Party B.

2. Scope of services. Provider will perform the following services: [Scope Description]. Out-of-scope items require a written change order.

3. Deliverables and acceptance. Deliverables are listed in [Deliverables Table]. Customer will accept or reject within [Acceptance Period] of delivery.

4. Timeline. Work begins on [Start Date] with target completion on [End Date], subject to Customer dependencies in [Dependencies].

5. Fees. Fees are [Fee Structure]. Expenses require pre-approval above [Expense Threshold].

Party A: [Party A] By: ________________________________ Name: [Signatory] Title: [Title]

Party B: [Party B] By: ________________________________ Name: [Signatory] Title: [Title]

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FAQ

  • Can an SOW stand alone without an MSA?

    It can, but then the SOW must carry legal terms the MSA would usually hold. Many teams prefer a short SOW under a reusable MSA.

Sources: Nolo: Master service agreements and SOWs

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