Contract for Construction Services (OC)


The Parties

This Contract for Services is made on between Rosewood Tradesmen Ltd, 16 Pepper Street, Glengall Bridge, London E14 9RP (“the Contractor”)
And
Name:  ("the Subcontractor").
Date of Birth:
 

1. Background

1.1 The Contractor provides recruitment and labour supply services to clients within the construction industry.

1.2 The Subcontractor is a skilled tradesperson operating as an independent business and wishes to provide services through the Contractor from time to time.

1.3 This Agreement sets out the terms under which the Subcontractor may provide services to or on behalf of the Contractor.


2. Independent Contractor Status

2.1 The Subcontractor is engaged as an independent contractor and not as an employee, worker, partner, or agent of the Contractor.

2.2 Nothing in this Agreement shall create an employment relationship between the Contractor and the Subcontractor.

2.3 The Contractor is under no obligation to offer work to the Subcontractor and the Subcontractor is under no obligation to accept work offered.

2.4 The Subcontractor is free to provide services to other businesses or clients at any time.

2.5 The Subcontractor retains full control over how services are performed, subject only to legal requirements, project deadlines, and applicable site rules.


3. Assignments

3.1 From time to time the parties may agree specific assignments.

3.2 Each assignment may be confirmed in writing and may include:

  • location of the work

  • agreed hourly or daily rate

  • expected duration

  • client-specific requirements.

3.3 Each assignment constitutes a separate engagement and does not affect the independent status of the Subcontractor.


4. Substitution

4.1 The Subcontractor may provide a suitably qualified substitute or assistant to perform the services.

4.2 The substitute must possess the necessary:

  • qualifications

  • right-to-work documentation

  • experience required for the assignment.

4.3 The Contractor reserves the right to reject a substitute where there are reasonable concerns regarding competence or compliance.

4.4 Any substitute will be engaged and paid directly by the Subcontractor.


5. Subcontractor Responsibilities

The Subcontractor agrees to:

5.1 Provide all tools, equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) necessary for the work.

5.2 Maintain valid right-to-work documentation and provide it upon request.

5.3 Hold appropriate insurance including public liability insurance where required.

5.4 Perform services with reasonable care, skill, and professionalism.

5.5 Comply with all site rules, inductions, and safety procedures.

5.6 Remedy or correct defective work caused by the Subcontractor at their own expense.

5.7 Pay all travel, accommodation, and subsistence costs unless otherwise agreed.


6. Health and Safety

6.1 The Subcontractor must comply with all applicable health and safety legislation including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the **Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

6.2 The Subcontractor must follow all client site rules and safety instructions.

6.3 The Subcontractor may be required to display identification confirming engagement through the Contractor.


7. Payment

7.1 Payment rates will be agreed prior to the commencement of each assignment.

7.2 Payments will normally be processed weekly upon receipt of approved timesheets.

7.3 Payments will be processed under the **Construction Industry Scheme where applicable.

7.4 The Contractor will verify the Subcontractor’s CIS status with **HM Revenue & Customs and apply deductions where required.

7.5 CIS deductions apply only to income tax. The Subcontractor remains responsible for National Insurance contributions, self-assessment, and all other tax liabilities.

7.6 CIS payment statements will be issued in accordance with HMRC requirements.

7.7 The Subcontractor is not entitled to holiday pay, sick pay, pension contributions, or any other employment benefits.


8. Payment Contingency

8.1 Payment to the Subcontractor is conditional upon the Contractor receiving payment from the relevant client.

8.2 The Contractor shall not be responsible for payment delays arising from late timesheets, delayed client approval, or delayed client payments.

8.3 If a client becomes insolvent or fails to pay for services rendered, the Contractor reserves the right to limit payment to the amount actually received from the client.


9. Administration Charges

9.1 The Subcontractor acknowledges that **Rosewood Tradesmen Ltd provides administrative and payment processing services in connection with assignments, including verification and processing under the **Construction Industry Scheme administered by **HM Revenue & Customs.

9.2 In consideration of these services, the Contractor may apply an administration charge in respect of payment processing and related administrative services.

9.3 Where applicable, the administration charge may be deducted directly from payments due to the Subcontractor.

9.4 The administration charge shall not exceed £18 per processed payment, unless otherwise agreed in writing between the parties.

9.5 The Contractor reserves the right to amend the scale of administration charges from time to time. Where applicable, the Subcontractor will be notified of any such changes.


10. Liability and Insurance

10.1 The Subcontractor shall be responsible for any loss or damage caused by negligence, breach of contract, or defective workmanship.

10.2 The Contractor reserves the right to deduct from payments due any reasonable costs incurred as a result of damage caused by the Subcontractor or their substitute.

10.3 The Contractor may include the Subcontractor under its insurance policy where appropriate and recharge any associated costs.


11. Termination

11.1 Either party may terminate this Agreement or any assignment at any time without notice.

11.2 Termination will not affect any rights or liabilities that have already accrued.


12. Data Protection

12.1 Personal data will be processed in accordance with the **UK General Data Protection Regulation and the **Data Protection Act 2018.

12.2 Personal information may be shared with clients, regulators, and other parties where necessary to perform this Agreement or comply with legal obligations.

12.3 Further details are set out in the Contractor’s Privacy Policy.


13. Modern Slavery Compliance

13.1 The Subcontractor confirms compliance with the **Modern Slavery Act 2015.

13.2 The Subcontractor warrants that neither they nor any substitute engaged by them will engage in forced labour, human trafficking, or exploitation.

13.3 The Subcontractor must notify the Contractor immediately if they become subject to any investigation relating to modern slavery offences.


14. Entire Agreement

14.1 This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties and replaces any prior agreements or understandings.

14.2 Any amendment to this Agreement must be made in writing and agreed by both parties.

14.3 Failure to enforce any provision of this Agreement does not waive the right to enforce it in the future.


15. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Any dispute arising from this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Signed: Rosewood Tradesmen Ltd | Date: March 22, 2026
Signed: , Subcontractor | Date: March 22, 2026

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Signed On: March 8, 2026


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