A legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes enforceable rights, obligations, and responsibilities. In procurement, a contract sets out the agreed terms under which goods, services, or works will be supplied, including the scope of work, pricing, performance requirements, delivery arrangements, payment terms, risk allocation, and other contractual conditions. A contract is typically formed following a procurement process and provides the legal framework for managing the relationship between the buyer and supplier throughout the contract lifecycle. Effective contract management helps ensure compliance, performance, value for money, and the successful delivery of agreed outcomes.
Contract
A legally binding agreement setting out the terms under which goods, services, or works will be supplied.
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