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Maintenance contracts are essential for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of many assets. Although the numbers vary across industries, and for larger organizations they can be different depending on location and facility, third-party providers can account for a significant percentage of regular asset and equipment work, making maintenance contracts and service agreements an important part of planning and scheduling.
But before you can negotiate the right maintenance plan for your facility, you need to know the possible benefits of outsourcing, the types of maintenance contracts there are, and the terms and conditions you likely want to include.
A maintenance contract is a legal agreement between your organization and a maintenance service provider that outlines:
What work they’re going to do
When they’re going to do it
How quickly they can complete the work
What standards they must meet
Whether it’s general upkeep or more specialized maintenance and repairs, the agreement must specify all the terms and conditions for everyone involved. It should include everything from the extent of the provider’s responsibilities to the service completion times, and compensation if the provider damages your equipment or property.
You should carefully negotiate the terms of the maintenance contract before you commit to working with a service provider. The more you spell things out in the agreement now, the easier it is to resolve any issues in the future.
