Contract Between Companies: What Should It Always Include?
“We shook hands and used a template from the internet. We’re both business owners—our word is enough.”
That’s how many business partnerships begin—and unfortunately, how many legal disputes start too. After a few months of cooperation, one side delays delivery, the other can’t enforce payment. The contract is vague, with no penalties, unclear deadlines, and no exit clause. When problems arise, the contract becomes a weakness, not a shield.
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If you’re searching how to draft a contract between companies, what a commercial agreement should include, how a contract between LLCs works, when to use a free contract template, or how to end a business-to-business agreement, you’re in the right place. Below you’ll find a practical guide and legal warnings from experience.
What You’ll Learn in This Article:
What a contract between two companies should always include
Common mistakes that lead to disputes
How to set up performance, penalties, liability, and termination clauses
When a free template is not enough
When it’s smart to involve a lawyer
Where to find a full guide to B2B contracts
📄 What Should a Business Contract Contain?
When drafting a commercial agreement between companies (e.g., two LLCs), it’s not just about ticking legal boxes. A well-written contract protects both sides in case of delays, non-performance, or disputes.
Essential components of any B2B contract:
Identification of both parties – including registration number, legal address, and authorized representative
Subject of the contract – clear description of what will be delivered, how, when, and under what conditions
Price and invoicing terms – including VAT, payment deadlines, and bank details
Performance terms and deadlines – fixed dates or agreed timeframes
Warranty, complaints, and liability – who is responsible and how to raise a claim
Contractual penalties – for delays or breaches of duty
Termination clauses – including notice periods or conditions for withdrawal
Applicable law and jurisdiction – especially important in cross-border contracts
🪤 Common Mistakes in Contracts Between Companies
Using a generic online template without adapting it to your business case
Omitting penalty clauses – leaving you helpless in case of non-performance
Vague descriptions of performance – such as “product delivery” with no specs
Incorrect identification of parties – e.g., signed by someone not authorized
No termination provisions – difficult to end cooperation fairly
Unbalanced liability clauses – leaving you exposed without realizing it
💡 Lawyer’s Advice
“There is no such thing as a universal business contract. Each relationship has its own specifics—volume, delivery method, risk. Free templates can be helpful as inspiration, but often become a legal trap. I strongly recommend having at least the key provisions reviewed by a lawyer.”
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