Statement of Work by Common Paper

Updated 17 October 2025

This document is a template for a Statement of Work (SOW) intended to be used in conjunction with a Professional Services Agreement. It provides a structured framework to define key business terms, including the scope of services, deliverables, fee structures, payment terms, and party obligations. The template includes clear instructions and drafting notes to guide users through its customization.

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How to set up an agreement

In the section titled “SOW and Agreement”, input details about the Professional Services Agreement you’re using. This SOW is designed to work with the Common Paper Professional Services Agreement.

Review each variable on the Cover Page and fill in your details. Don’t forget to enter your company’s information in the signature block at the end.

Delete any optional variables, choices, or details that do not apply to you.

Delete all [informational text].

Remove this first page.

Send to your counterparty for review and signature.

Professional Services Agreement

SOW

The key business terms of this SOW are as follows:

SOW and Agreement	This SOW [no. XX] (“SOW”) incorporates the Agreement with a Key Terms Effective Date of [ enter Effective Date of Key Terms ] between [ enter official name of Provider on Key Terms ] and [ enter official name of Customer on Key Terms ]. If there is any inconsistency between this SOW and the Agreement, this SOW will control.
Services	[ Enter a description of the Services to be performed under this SOW. Include details such as key individuals, overall project timeline, milestones, etc. ]
Deliverables	[Drafting note: Optional variable. If the Services include creating Deliverables, define the Deliverables here. If the SOW does not include Deliverables, delete this entire row.] The Deliverables are: [define the Deliverables that will be owned by Customer under this SOW.] [Drafting note: Use the options below to add details about Deliverables. These are all optional and can be removed if not applicable. The first option allows Deliverables to include work product. The second option allows you to attach specifications to the SOW. The third option sets up rejection and resubmission timeframes.] [ ] In addition to completed projects, Deliverables include in-progress but not complete drafts or components of Deliverables and their associated intellectual property. [ ] Deliverables will meet the attached specifications. [ ] Deliverables are subject to the acceptance process in Section 1.4 with the following details: Rejection Period: [ # ] [days, weeks, months] from Deliverable submission Resubmission Period: [ # ] [days, weeks, months] from notice of rejection
Time of Assignment	[Drafting note: If the Services include Deliverables, pick when IP assignment happens. Delete the one that doesn't apply.] ( ) Customer owns Deliverables as they are created. ( ) Customer owns Deliverables upon payment of associated Fees.
Third-Party Materials	[Drafting note: If the Services include Deliverables, pick whether Third-Party Materials can be included in the Deliverables. Delete the one that doesn't apply.] ( ) No Third-Party Materials will be incorporated into the Deliverables. ( ) Third-Party Materials will be incorporated in the Deliverables. [ ] Provider will procure Third-Party Materials. [ ] Customer will procure Third-Party Materials.
Fees	[ Describe fees, whether hourly, by project, by milestone, etc. Also include any pass-through or fractional charges such as for tooling or third-party license fees. ] [Drafting note: Delete the travel and expense option if not applicable.] [ ] Travel and expenses: [Describe or attach travel and expense policy.]
Payment Period Time frame for Customer to pay invoices	[ Fill in payment terms, e.g., 30 days from Customer’s receipt of invoice ]
Invoice Period How frequently Provider sends invoices	[ Fill in cadence of sending invoices, e.g., month, quarter, upon acceptance, after each milestone, etc. ]
SOW Date The date this SOW begins	[ x ] Date of last signature on this Cover Page [ ] [ Fill in custom SOW Date ]
SOW Term How long this SOW lasts	[Drafting note: Choose and customize one and delete the other.] The SOW Term begins on the SOW Date and ends: [ x ] [ # ] [ days, weeks, months, year ] after the SOW Date [ ] [ fill in custom end date ]
Customer Obligations	[ Fill in Customer's Obligations, e.g., identifying a single point of contact, geographic limitations on use of Deliverables, etc. ]
Other Changes to Standard Terms Changes that apply for this SOW only	[Drafting note: Optional variable. If no changes to the Standard Terms, delete this entire row.] [Fill in]

By signing this Cover Page, each party agrees to enter into this SOW as of the SOW Date.

	PROVIDER: [official company name]	CUSTOMER: [official company name]
Signature
Print Name
Title
Notice Address Use email or postal address
Date

About this template

What is this template?

Statement of Work by Common Paper is a free, ready-to-use Commercial law template you can open, customize, and download on GitLaw. It gives you a professionally structured starting point, so you never have to draft from a blank page. The wording is plain and modern, organized into clear sections that are easy to read, edit, and adapt to your own situation before you share or sign it.

When should you use it?

Reach for this Commercial law template whenever you need a reliable agreement quickly and want to be sure the essentials are covered. It suits individuals, freelancers, startups, and established businesses alike. Instead of paying for a document drafted from scratch, you can start here, tailor the details to your arrangement, and have a polished draft ready in minutes. Always review the final wording against the laws that apply where you live or do business.

What's typically included?

A well-drafted Commercial law usually sets out the parties involved, the scope of the agreement, and each side's rights and responsibilities. Expect sections covering key terms and definitions, how long the agreement lasts, how it can be ended, and what happens if something goes wrong. This template brings those building blocks together in a sensible order, so you can focus on the specifics rather than worrying about what to include. Open it to read the full document, then sign up to edit, negotiate, and e-sign it directly in GitLaw.