Free statement of work (SOW) template (Word)
A statement of work with a list of deliverables and due dates, a timeline, fixed-price or time-and-materials fees, assumptions and acceptance.
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What is in the statement of work
- Reference to the master agreement
- Project summary
- Deliverables: any number, each with a description and due date
- Timeline
- Fixed price or time and materials
- Assumptions
- Review and acceptance period
- Sign-off
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STATEMENT OF WORK
Statement of Work number [Sow number], dated [Sow date], under the agreement between [Client name] (the "Client") and [Provider name] (the "Provider") dated [Agreement date].
Project
[Project name]: [Project summary]
Deliverables
Repeated for each deliverable
- [Title]: [Description] (due [Due date])
Timeline
Work starts on [Start date] and is expected to finish by [End date].
Fees
The total fixed price for this Statement of Work is [Total price], invoiced [Invoice schedule].Work is billed on a time-and-materials basis at [Hourly rate] per hour, with an estimated total of [Estimated total].
Assumptions
[Assumptions]
Acceptance
The Client will review each deliverable within [Review days] business days of delivery and either accept it or describe the changes needed.
Accepted for [Client name]: ____________________________ Date: ______________
Accepted for [Provider name]: ____________________________ Date: ______________
The questions you answer
Clausery turns the template into a short questionnaire. Optional parts only appear when they apply.
| Question | Type | Asked when |
|---|---|---|
| Sow number | Short text | Always |
| Sow date | Date | Always |
| Client name | Short text | Always |
| Provider name | Short text | Always |
| Agreement date | Date | Always |
| Project name | Short text | Always |
| Project summary | Long text | Always |
| Deliverables For each item: Title, Description, Due date | Repeating group | Always |
| Start date | Date | Always |
| End date | Date | Always |
| Fixed price | Yes / no | Always |
| Total price | Money | If “Fixed price” is yes |
| Invoice schedule | Short text | If “Fixed price” is yes |
| Hourly rate | Money | If “Fixed price” is no |
| Estimated total | Money | If “Fixed price” is no |
| Assumptions | Long text | Always |
| Review days | Number | Always |
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Questions
Do I need a master agreement?
This SOW refers to one. If you do not have a master services agreement, add the missing terms or use the contractor agreement template.
Can I add a deliverables table?
Yes. In Word, put the loop tags in a table row and the row repeats for each deliverable.
Is it really free?
Yes. The download is free, and filling it in with the Clausery app is free too, with unlimited documents. Library templates never count towards a plan limit, and no account or card is needed.
Is my information uploaded anywhere?
No. Clausery runs entirely in your browser. Your answers and the finished document are created and stored on your own device.
Is this legal advice?
No. These are general samples. Laws differ between countries and states, so have the wording reviewed for your situation before you rely on it.
Clauses in this template, explained
- Limitation of liability clause
- Payment terms clause
- Intellectual property assignment clause
- Warranty clause
- Amendment clause
Guide: What to include in a statement of work (SOW)
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This template is a general sample and not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction; have it reviewed before use.