1. Parties: Identification of the contracting parties including full legal names, commercial registration numbers, and authorized representatives
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' business relationship and project objectives
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of technical terms, project-specific terminology, and key concepts used throughout the agreement
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of the software development services, including development methodology and project phases
5. Project Timeline and Milestones: Specific deadlines, development phases, and delivery schedule for the software
6. Development Process: Description of the development methodology, approval processes, and communication protocols
7. Acceptance Testing: Procedures for testing deliverables, acceptance criteria, and handling of defects
8. Payment Terms: Detailed payment schedule, amounts, and payment conditions aligned with project milestones
9. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and licensing of pre-existing IP and newly developed software, including source code
10. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets of both parties
11. Warranties and Representations: Warranties regarding software performance, compliance with specifications, and non-infringement
12. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances under which it can be terminated
13. Liability and Indemnification: Limitations of liability and indemnification obligations of both parties
14. Force Majeure: Provisions for handling unforeseen circumstances preventing performance
15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution: Specification of Saudi law as governing law and dispute resolution mechanisms
16. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and assignment rights
