Sample Agreement Below:
Between
[Government Entity Name]
[Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
(“Client” or “Government Entity”)
And
SpiroLateral, LLC
PO BOX 471
Cathlamet, WA 98612 USA
Isha Sarah Snow, Consultant
1. Purpose of Agreement
This Agreement is made and entered into as of [Effective Date] between the Government Entity and SpiroLateral, LLC for the provision of consulting services in trauma-informed policy strategy, non-hierarchical governance models, and systemic transformation based on the Functional Conflict Perspective (FCP).
SpiroLateral will provide expert guidance and analysis on [Specify Project Name/Scope, e.g., “Redesigning Community Conflict Resolution Systems” or “Implementing Trauma-Informed Decision-Making in Public Policy”].
2. Scope of Services
Consultant agrees to provide the following services:
2.1 Policy & Governance Consulting
Conduct a systemic audit of current governance structures.
Develop trauma-informed policy recommendations.
Provide strategic frameworks for non-hierarchical leadership models and participatory decision-making.
2.2 Social & Economic Reform Strategy
Assess the impact of current economic policies on social equity.
Propose alternative economic models based on cooperative frameworks and regenerative urban planning.
Identify pathways for transitioning from extractive capitalism to sustainable governance.
2.3 Training & Implementation Support
Conduct workshops and leadership training for policymakers, government officials, and stakeholders.
Develop a public engagement strategy to integrate community voices into decision-making.
Offer ongoing advisory services for policy implementation and scaling.
3. Term of Agreement
The term of this Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue until [End Date] unless terminated earlier by either party per the termination clause in Section 9.
4. Compensation & Payment Terms
Client agrees to compensate Consultant as follows:
1. Systemic Policy Audit
Rate: $350 per hour
Estimated Hours: 40-80 hours
Total Cost: $14,000 – $28,000
2. Governance Training
Rate: $5,000 per workshop
Estimated Time: 1-day intensive
Total Cost: $5,000
3. Advisory & Implementation (Retainer)
Rate: $7,500 per month
Estimated Time: Ongoing support
Total Cost: $7,500 per month
4. Custom Research & White Paper Development
Rate: $10,000 per report
Estimated Time: Comprehensive policy research
Total Cost: $10,000
5. Economic Transition Strategy Consulting
Rate: $15,000 per strategic plan
Estimated Time: Economic restructuring framework
Total Cost: $15,000
6. Urban & Global Systems Consulting
Rate: $20,000 per city model
Estimated Time: City-scale regenerative model
Total Cost: $20,000
7. Public Engagement & Strategic Communication
Rate: $8,500 per campaign
Estimated Time: Public outreach and engagement plan
Total Cost: $8,500
Payment shall be made within 30 days of invoice submission.
Additional work outside the defined scope will be billed at $[Rate] per hour, upon mutual agreement.
5. Responsibilities of the Parties
5.1 Consultant Responsibilities
SpiroLateral agrees to:
Provide high-quality consulting services tailored to the Client’s objectives.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive government information.
Deliver reports, recommendations, and training materials as outlined in Section 2.
5.2 Client Responsibilities
The Government Entity agrees to:
Provide necessary access to data, personnel, and materials.
Designate a project liaison to coordinate with Consultant.
Ensure timely payments for services rendered.
6. Confidentiality & Data Protection
Consultant agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary and sensitive information obtained during the contract period. Any reports, research, or deliverables produced under this Agreement remain the intellectual property of the Government Entity unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
7. Intellectual Property & Ownership
All work products, reports, and recommendations developed under this Agreement shall be jointly owned by the Government Entity and Consultant, with Consultant retaining the right to adapt methodologies for future projects unless expressly restricted by a separate licensing agreement.
8. Compliance with Laws & Regulations
Consultant agrees to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to the performance of this contract, including but not limited to:
Data protection laws (if applicable).
Ethics and anti-corruption regulations.
Government procurement standards.
9. Termination Clause
Either party may terminate this Agreement with 30 days’ written notice. In the event of termination:
Consultant will be compensated for all work completed up to the termination date.
Any outstanding deliverables will be submitted, or an alternative arrangement will be agreed upon.
10. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall first be resolved through negotiation and mediation. If unresolved, disputes will be settled in [Jurisdiction] courts under [State] law.
11. Miscellaneous Provisions
Non-Exclusivity: Consultant may provide similar services to other entities unless restricted by a separate agreement.
Force Majeure: Neither party shall be held liable for failure to perform due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, government shutdowns).
Amendments: Any modifications must be agreed upon in writing.
12. Signatures
By signing below, both parties agree to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
For Government Entity:
[Authorized Representative Name]
[Title]
[Government Entity Name]
[Date]
For SpiroLateral, LLC:
Isha Sarah Snow
Founder & Lead Consultant
SpiroLateral, LLC
[Date]
This contract serves as a comprehensive agreement for SpiroLateral’s consulting services in policy innovation, governance reform, and systemic transformation.
Spirolateral 