Contract Preparation Checklist
Context | Item | Checked? |
Project Overview |
Is there a clear description of the web development project? | |
Are the goals and objectives of the project clearly stated? | ||
Is there a detailed explanation of the desired features and functionality? | ||
Scope of Work | Is there a comprehensive and specific scope of work defined? | |
Are the deliverables clearly outlined, including specific functionalities, modules, or components? | ||
Is there a timeline or schedule for each phase or milestone of the project? | ||
Development Process | Is there a description of the development methodology or process to be followed? | |
Are there provisions for client feedback, approval, and change management during the development process? | ||
Technical Requirements | Are the technical requirements, such as programming languages, frameworks, and platforms, specified? | |
Are there any specific integrations or third-party services that need to be incorporated? | ||
Design and User Interface | Is there a provision for the design and user interface requirements? | |
Are wireframes, mockups, or design guidelines included? | ||
Content and Data | Is there a provision for the client's responsibilities regarding content creation and data management? | |
Are there any specific requirements for data migration or integration with existing systems? | ||
Testing & Quality Assurance | Is there a section defining the testing and quality assurance process? | |
Are there provisions for both functional and non-functional testing? | ||
Maintenance and Support | Is there a provision for post-launch maintenance and support? | |
Are the terms, duration, and costs of maintenance and support clearly stated? | ||
Payment Terms | Are the payment terms clearly defined, including project milestones and payment schedules? | |
Are there any provisions for additional charges or change requests? | ||
Ownership and Intellectual Property | Are the provisions for ownership of the developed software clearly stated? | |
Are there any restrictions on the use or licensing of the intellectual property? | ||
Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure | Is there a clause outlining the confidentiality and non-disclosure obligations? | |
Are there provisions to protect the client's sensitive information? | ||
Limitation of Liability | Is there a provision that limits the developer's liability for damages or losses? | |
Are any disclaimers or exclusions of warranties clearly stated? | ||
Termination | Are the circumstances under which the contract can be terminated clearly defined? | |
Are the notice periods and procedures for termination clearly outlined? | ||
Dispute Resolution | Is there a clause specifying the preferred method of dispute resolution (e.g., mediation, arbitration, litigation)? | |
Are any jurisdictional or governing law provisions adequately included? | ||
Signatures and Execution | Have all parties involved signed and executed the contract properly? |