Offer and Acceptance: One party must make an offer, and the other must accept it. Mutual Consent: Both parties agree to the terms without coercion. Contract law often refers to this condition as a "meeting of the minds." Competence: The parties must have the legal capacity to agree.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania currently has no licensure or certification requirements for most construction contractors (or their employees).
There are no statewide Pennsylvania general contractor license or certification requirements. However, any contractor who performs at least $5,000 worth of home improvements per year must register with the Attorney General's office.
12 Key Components of a Subcontractor Agreement Identification of Parties. Insurance and Licensing Requirements. Scope of Work. Payment Terms and Conditions. Project Schedule and Duration. Material and Equipment. Change Order Procedures. Quality Standards and Compliance.
A subcontractor agreement is between subcontractors and contractors which states that the subcontractor will complete work on behalf of the contractor. In addition, the agreement summarizes the payment terms, the scope of work, and the obligations of each party concerned.
A contractor agreement should describe the scope of work, contract terms, contract duration, and the confidentiality agreement. It should also include a section for the two parties to sign and make the agreement official. If the contract doesn't meet these requirements, it may be inadmissible in a court of law.
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) MoU's are less formal than a contractual relationship but more formal than verbal or 'napkin agreements'. The contents of a MoU are similar to a contract and include, at a minimum, a description of: The agreed project or scope of work. Respective roles for each party.
(1) The service provider may subcontract the performance of the service in whole or in part without the client's consent, unless personal performance is required by the contract. (2) Any subcontractor so engaged by the service provider must be of adequate competence.