Change Order Agreement
A change order agreement is a written amendment that modifies scope, price, or timeline of an underlying contract after the original work has begun or been agreed. Use this when a client requests extra work beyond the original SOW on a build or install job. It prevents disputes by writing new deliverables, cost, and revised completion date before work starts.
What's included
A ready-to-use change order agreement covering reference to original contract or work order, description of added or deleted work, price adjustment and payment timing, with signature fields already placed for Contractor and Client. Fill in the bracketed details (like [Company Name] or [Date]) using Docracy's built-in text editor, then send it out for signature.
This is a general template for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney to review it for your specific situation and jurisdiction before use.
Key clauses
- Reference to original contract or work order
- Description of added or deleted work
- Price adjustment and payment timing
- Revised completion or milestone dates
- Impact on warranties and permits if any
- Authorization signatures before proceeding
What you'll fill in
[Contractor Name][Client Name][Original Contract Date/Number][Change Description][Price Change (+/-)][New Completion Date][Change Order Number]Legal summary
Work performed without a signed change order may be unpaid or disputed; this document binds both parties to the new terms. Original contract terms survive except as modified here.
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FAQ
Is this Change Order Agreement legally binding?
Signing through Docracy uses a simple electronic signature (SES), which is legally recognized for everyday business agreements under laws like the U.S. ESIGN Act and the EU's eIDAS regulation. This is a general template, not legal advice — for high-stakes or regulated agreements, have a qualified attorney review it for your situation.
Who needs to sign this Change Order Agreement?
This template includes signature fields for Contractor and Client — already placed — plus 7 placeholder fields to fill in before you send it.
Can I edit this Change Order Agreement before sending it?
Yes — Docracy's editor lets you edit the text, add or remove signature fields, redact sections, and reorder pages before you send it.
Do I need an account to send this Change Order Agreement?
No — it's free for up to 2 signers with no account required. Create a free account only if you want to save it to a dashboard or reuse it later.
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