Internal contract form for research and applied projects

Here’s a possible template for an internal contract form for research and applied projects:

[Project Title]

This internal contract (the “Contract”) is entered into between the following parties:

[Name of Department or Division] (“Department”) and [Name of Research or Applied Project Group] (“Project Group”).

The parties hereby agree as follows:

1. Purpose and Scope of Work The Department engages the Project Group to perform the following services (the “Services”) related to [insert brief description of the research or applied project]:

[Insert detailed description of the Services, including deliverables and timelines.]

2. Compensation The Department shall compensate the Project Group for the Services in the amount of [insert compensation amount], payable in [insert payment schedule].
3. Ownership of Intellectual Property The Department shall own all intellectual property rights in the results of the Services (the “Results”), including any patents, copyrights, trade secrets, or other proprietary rights that may be obtained or arise from the Results.
4. Confidentiality and Data Protection The Project Group shall maintain the confidentiality of all information provided by the Department and shall use reasonable efforts to prevent the unauthorized disclosure, use, or publication of such information. The Project Group shall also comply with all applicable data protection laws and regulations.
5. Representations and Warranties The Project Group represents and warrants that it has the necessary skills, experience, and resources to perform the Services in a professional and timely manner, and that the Results shall be original and not infringe on any third-party intellectual property rights.
6. Term and Termination This Contract shall commence on [insert commencement date] and shall continue until the Services have been completed and accepted by the Department. Either party may terminate this Contract upon [insert notice period] written notice to the other party in the event of a material breach of this Contract.
7. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [insert governing jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising from or related to this Contract shall be resolved through mediation or arbitration in accordance with the rules of [insert governing mediation or arbitration organization], and the decision of the mediator or arbitrator shall be final and binding on both parties.
8. Entire Agreement and Amendments This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the Services. This Contract may not be amended except in writing signed by both parties.

[Signatures]

Please note that this is just a general outline and not a substitute for legal advice. It’s important to consult with a qualified attorney to ensure that your specific needs and requirements are addressed in the contract.