Owner and Consultant Agreement - 247

The ConsensusDocs 247 Standard Agreement is a legally sound, best-practice contract designed to formalize the relationship between an Owner of a construction project and a consultant who is engaged to provide specific consulting services. This document is particularly useful for owners seeking expert input across specialized areas such as project planning, design advisement, scheduling, budgeting, or technical analysis.

This agreement conveniently integrates both the consulting scope and general contract terms into a single, user-friendly document. It helps ensure that all parties are aligned on expectations, responsibilities, timelines, and compensation, reducing the risk of disputes or delays.

The agreement outlines two categories of services:

• Basic Services – Typically includes core consulting deliverables specified by the Owner.
• Other Additional Services – Optional services that may be added based on project needs or emerging conditions.

The general conditions section addresses a wide range of essential legal and operational concerns, including:

• Clear allocation of responsibilities between the Owner and Consultant
• Definitions of key terms to avoid ambiguity
• Scope of work and performance standards
• Project schedule and deadlines
• Compensation and payment terms
• Dispute resolution mechanisms
• Insurance and indemnity provisions
• Termination rights and procedures
• Provisions for confidential information and ownership of deliverables

The ConsensusDocs 247 is adaptable to suit state-specific laws and project-specific requirements, making it a flexible and effective tool for both public and private sector owners. By establishing a transparent framework, this agreement fosters professional collaboration and helps ensure that consulting services are delivered on time, within scope, and to industry standards.