What a dedicated development team contract should cover: IP, confidentiality, pricing, notice periods and service levels. For Chicago companies.
A dedicated development team contract protects both sides and sets expectations for the relationship. For Chicago companies, getting the contract right avoids disputes about IP, pricing and exits later.
Here is what a strong contract should include, based on how MyFluiditi structures its own agreements.
Intellectual property: all work product assigned to you, including code, designs and documentation. Confidentiality: an NDA covering your data and business information. Team and roles: who is on the team, how replacements work and your right to approve members. Pricing: monthly rates per role, invoicing and payment terms, and how rate changes are handled.
Service levels: availability, overlap hours and response times. Term and termination: notice periods for scaling down or ending, and handover obligations. Data protection: how data is handled and secured. Governing law and dispute resolution. Chicago companies should have their legal counsel review any contract before signing.
What notice period is typical in a dedicated development team contract?
Commonly 30 to 60 days for scaling down or ending, agreed upfront.
Should the contract include non-solicitation clauses?
Many contracts include them. Discuss terms that work for both sides, including options for hiring team members directly.
Does MyFluiditi share a contract template?
Yes. We share our standard terms during the proposal stage for your review.