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MANAGED SERVICES AGREEMENT AMENDMENT

This Amendment to the Managed Services Agreement (this Amendment) is entered into as of Day Month Year by and between Client Name: , entity type: , and Service Provider Name: , entity type: (each a Party and together the Parties).

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Parties entered into that certain Managed Services Agreement dated Day Month Year (the Agreement);

WHEREAS, the Parties desire to amend certain terms of the Agreement with respect to services, fees, and term as set forth below; and

WHEREAS, capitalized terms used but not defined in this Amendment have the meanings given to them in the Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:

1. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT

1.1 Amendment Scope. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Amendment, the Agreement is amended only as expressly set forth in this Amendment. The provisions set forth in this Amendment supersede and replace the corresponding provisions of the Agreement to the extent of any inconsistency.

1.2 Changes to Services. The Services described in Schedule(s) of the Agreement are hereby modified as follows:

1.3 Fees and Payment. Effective for invoices rendered on or after Day Month Year , Client shall pay Provider the following fees: Monthly fee: $. Unless otherwise stated, invoicing and payment terms set forth in the Agreement remain in full force.

1.4 Term and Termination. The Term of the Agreement is amended as follows: the Term shall now expire on Day Month Year , unless earlier terminated in accordance with the Agreement. All termination rights and cure periods in the Agreement remain unchanged except as expressly modified herein.

1.5 Service Levels and Remedies. The service level commitments in Schedule are amended as set forth below:

2. REPRESENTATIONS; AUTHORITY

Each Party represents and warrants that (a) it has the full corporate power and authority to enter into and perform this Amendment; (b) its execution and delivery of this Amendment and its performance of the obligations hereunder have been duly authorized by all necessary action; and (c) this Amendment constitutes a legal, valid and binding obligation enforceable against it in accordance with its terms.

3. INDEMNIFICATION; INSURANCE

The Parties agree that each Party's indemnification obligations under the Agreement continue in full force and are not limited by this Amendment except as expressly stated. Provider shall maintain insurance consistent with the requirements of the Agreement and shall provide certificates or proof of coverage upon Client's written request in accordance with the Agreement.

4. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Except as otherwise provided in the Agreement or this Amendment, the limitation of liability provisions of the Agreement shall remain in full force. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the aggregate liability of each Party arising out of or in connection with the Agreement and this Amendment shall not exceed $, subject to applicable carve-outs in the Agreement.

5. CONFIDENTIALITY

All confidential information protections in the Agreement shall apply to information exchanged under this Amendment. Neither Party shall disclose the terms of this Amendment except as required by law or to such Party's professional advisors who are bound by confidentiality obligations.

6. NOTICES

Notices to Client:

Notices to Service Provider:

7. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

This Amendment may be amended or modified only by a writing executed by authorized representatives of both Parties. No waiver of any provision of this Amendment will be effective unless in writing and signed by the Party against whom the waiver is sought to be enforced. This Amendment may be executed in counterparts, each of which will be deemed an original and all of which together constitute one and the same instrument. Signatures transmitted by electronic means shall be binding.

8. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

Governing Law: This Amendment shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

Entire Agreement: Except as expressly amended by this Amendment, the Agreement remains in full force and effect and constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to its subject matter, superseding all prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings relating thereto.

Severability: If any provision of this Amendment is determined to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect, and the Parties will negotiate in good faith to replace the invalid provision with a valid provision that achieves, to the extent possible, the economic, business and other purposes of the invalid provision.

9. MISCELLANEOUS

Except as expressly amended hereby, nothing in this Amendment relieves either Party of any obligation that accrued prior to the effective date of this Amendment. All terms not expressly amended remain unchanged and in full force and effect.

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What a Managed Services Agreement Amendment Is

A Managed Services Agreement Amendment is a written modification to an existing managed services contract that adjusts scope, pricing, term, service levels, or other material provisions. It preserves the original agreement except where expressly changed, and it should reference the base contract by title and effective date. Parties typically execute an amendment to document negotiated changes without drafting a full replacement agreement, and the amendment should clearly state the effective date, revised clauses, and signatures of authorized representatives to avoid ambiguity.

Why Amendments Matter for Managed Services

A clear, signed amendment creates an auditable record of negotiated changes, reduces disputes about post-contract expectations, and ensures billing and service obligations match current operations. From a legal perspective, executed amendments help preserve contract continuity and provide evidence of mutual consent under ESIGN and UETA frameworks.

Why Amendments Matter for Managed Services

Who Typically Prepares and Signs These Amendments

Parties to the original managed services agreement and their legal or contracting teams usually draft and approve amendments; procurement, IT operations, and account managers are common contributors.

  • Procurement and Contracts teams: Draft terms, confirm pricing adjustments, and ensure compliance with company contracting policies.
  • IT and Service Managers: Define the technical scope, service-level changes, and acceptance criteria for amended deliverables.
  • Finance and Billing: Update billing schedules, invoicing instructions, and change orders to reflect the amendment.

The executed amendment should be signed by individuals with authority under the original agreement to bind their organization; retain the executed copy with the master contract.

Core Elements to Include in a Professional Amendment

A well-drafted amendment is concise but specific, referencing the original agreement, stating precise changes, and confirming continued force of unmodified provisions.

Reference

Identify the original agreement by title, effective date, and parties so the amendment attaches to the correct contract.

Scope Changes

Describe added, removed, or revised services with measurable acceptance criteria and any revised deliverable schedule.

Pricing and Payment

State new fees, billing frequency, payment terms, and how disputes over charges will be handled.

Term and Termination

Specify extensions, shortened terms, renewal mechanics, and whether termination rights change.

Warranties and SLAs

Update service-level guarantees, remedies, and any performance credits tied to the amended services.

Signatures

Include printed names, titles, signature blocks, and execution dates for all authorized signatories.

Step-by-Step: Completing and Executing an Amendment

Follow a consistent sequence to draft, approve, and record the amendment to reduce rework and preserve contract integrity.

  • 01
    Draft: Prepare clear replacement language and reference the parent agreement sections being modified.
  • 02
    Internal Review: Have legal, finance, and operations review changes for compliance and budget impact.
  • 03
    Signatures: Collect signatures from authorized representatives and record execution dates.
  • 04
    Recordkeeping: Attach the signed amendment to the master agreement and update contract management systems.

Internal Approval and Revision Workflow

Map roles and checkpoints so each revision follows an auditable path from request to final signature.

01

Request:

Initiate amendment request with rationale and scope.
02

Preliminary Draft:

Legal creates an initial amendment draft.
03

Stakeholder Review:

Operations and finance validate technical and commercial terms.
04

Executive Signoff:

Obtain required approvals for material changes.
05

Execution:

Collect signatures and finalize.
06

Distribution:

Distribute copies to all parties and update systems.

Where to Send and File an Executed Amendment

Know the proper routing to ensure payments, service teams, and legal files reflect the amendment immediately.

  • Service Delivery: Send a copy to account and operations teams so they can update technical plans and schedules.
  • Billing: Provide the billing team the updated pricing and invoice effective date to avoid revenue disruption.
  • Legal/Contracts: File the fully executed amendment with the master contract and note any governance approvals.
  • Contract Repository: Upload signed PDFs to your contract management system with a change-log entry.

How to Configure an Online Amendment Workflow

Standardize a signing workflow to reduce signer friction and ensure proof of execution.

Field Configuration
Signer Order Set fixed signer sequence or parallel signing as needed
Authentication Choose email, SMS code, or stronger ID verification
Required Fields Mark signature, date, and printed name as mandatory
Retention Enable automatic archival of signed PDF and audit trail

Digital Signing and eSubmission Considerations

Use an eSignature platform that supports audit trails, secure storage, and the authentication level required by the transaction.

  • Authentication Options: Email link, SMS code, knowledge-based or two-factor
  • Audit Trail: IP, timestamps, and signer actions recorded
  • File Formats: PDF and DOCX support with downloadable signed copies

Verify the platform complies with ESIGN/UETA and any industry-specific rules (for example HIPAA workflows for health-related agreements) before relying on electronic execution.

Comparing eSignature Vendor Pricing for Amendments

Basic vendor pricing and feature availability for common eSignature workflows. signNow is listed first for comparison. Verify plan details with each vendor for larger or enterprise deployments.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Varies by vendor Varies by vendor Varies by vendor Varies by vendor
Bulk Send Yes (Business Premium) Yes Yes Yes Varies
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes (BAA) Yes (BAA) Yes (BAA) No No
Envelope Cap No envelope cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Security and Compliance Checklist for Electronic Execution

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest
Audit Trail: Detailed timestamp and signer activity
HIPAA: BAA available when required
ESIGN / UETA: Meets federal and state e-sign rules
Authentication: Email, SMS code, or stronger methods
Retention: Downloadable signed PDF and logs

Risks and Consequences of Improperly Executed Amendments

Ambiguity: Unclear changes can lead to breach claims
Invalid Signature: Improper authority may render amendment unenforceable
Missing Dates: Incorrect effective date can alter obligations
Tax Exposure: Incorrect billing changes may trigger audits
Privacy Violations: Amendments affecting PHI without BAA risk HIPAA penalties
Recordkeeping: Failure to retain copies hampers dispute defense

Common Drafting and Execution Mistakes

  • Failing to reference the original agreement section numbers, which creates uncertainty about what is changed or superseded.
  • Using vague terms like 'as agreed' without specifying deliverables, timelines, or measurable acceptance criteria.
  • Collecting signatures from individuals who lack corporate authority to bind the entity, risking unenforceability.
  • Not updating internal systems (billing, project plans, contract repositories) after execution, causing operational disconnects.

Timing Considerations and Effective Dates

Plan amendment timing around billing cycles, renewal windows, and notice periods to avoid unintended extensions or overlapping obligations.

Effective Date:

Enter MM/DD/YYYY; controls when new obligations begin

Renewal Windows:

Match amendment timing to auto-renewal notice periods

Billing Cutover:

Coordinate with finance to avoid duplicate or missed invoices

Notice Periods:

Observe any contract-required advance notice for material changes

Record Update:

Log amendment in contract repository within 7 days

Key Milestones When Processing an Amendment

Track major milestones from request through execution so stakeholders can monitor progress and comply with timing constraints.

01

Request Submitted

Requester files change request with justification and impact summary.

02

Draft Issued

Legal creates amendment draft and marks changed sections.

03

Stakeholder Review

Operations, finance, and procurement approve commercial and technical terms.

04

Execution Complete

Authorized signatures collected and final copies distributed.

Real-World Amendment Examples

Short case examples illustrate typical amendment scenarios and what they changed in practice.

Example 1

A vendor and client agreed to add remote monitoring to an existing managed services deal.

  • The amendment defined new SLAs and monthly fees.
  • The clear scope and pricing prevented billing disputes and enabled the operations team to deploy resources within 30 days while preserving the master agreement terms.

Example 2

A client requested expanded support hours for a critical system during a product launch.

  • The amendment set temporary extended hours and an associated surcharge.
  • By specifying the start and end dates and acceptance criteria, both parties avoided ambiguity and the supplier fulfilled launch support without renegotiating the full contract.

Practical Tips for Accurate, Efficient Amendments

Adopt consistent templates and approval rules to speed processing and reduce legal risk.

Use a Template
Standardize amendment language to ensure all necessary clauses are present and reduce drafting time.
Reference Exactly
Quote the original agreement section numbers and language where relevant to avoid ambiguity.
Confirm Authority
Verify signatory authority and retain board or purchasing approvals when required for material changes.
Archive Properly
Store the signed amendment with the master contract and update internal records promptly.

Frequently Asked Questions About Amendments and eSigning

Answers to common procedural and legal questions when preparing, signing, and storing a Managed Services Agreement Amendment.


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