Main contract
Carrier service agreement
Route scope, rate structure, cargo liability, insurance requirements, payment terms, SLA, and termination. The document every carrier-shipper relationship needs.
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What makes logistics contracts different
A logistics service agreement needs to define route scope (what you're hauling, where, how often), payment terms (per mile, per load, weekly), cargo liability (what you're responsible for if something goes wrong), equipment terms (who maintains what), and what happens when a pickup is missed or a load is late.
Route scope and service territory. Rate structure (per mile, per load, weekly flat). Cargo liability cap and insurance requirements. Equipment maintenance responsibility. Fuel surcharge terms. On-time delivery SLA. Exclusivity restrictions. Driver independent contractor vs. employee language.
Owner-operator carrier agreement, dedicated route contract, broker-carrier agreement, last-mile delivery, freight hauling subcontract, and local delivery route agreement.
BizDraft asks about cargo type, route scope, payment structure, cargo liability position, insurance requirements, equipment ownership, and whether you're working as a subcontractor or direct carrier.
The logistics stack
Generate per client and route type. Every engagement has a signed agreement before wheels roll.
Main contract
Route scope, rate structure, cargo liability, insurance requirements, payment terms, SLA, and termination. The document every carrier-shipper relationship needs.
Owner-operator
Working under a larger carrier or broker. Route assignment, rate, fuel surcharge, IC status, equipment requirements, and non-compete for the customer base.
Dedicated
Regular, recurring route with a single client. Weekly flat rate or per-load rate, minimum volume commitment, exclusivity on the route, and 30-day termination notice.
Last-mile
Local delivery services. Per-delivery or per-stop rate, delivery SLA, liability for missed deliveries, package handling standards, and customer signature requirements.
Equipment
Leasing a trailer or equipment from a client or broker. Maintenance responsibility, damage liability, return conditions, and insurance requirements.
Common deal types
Direct carrier
You haul directly for a shipper. Carrier service agreement with rate, cargo type, route scope, liability cap, insurance certificate, and payment terms.
Broker sub
Working for a freight broker. Owner-operator subcontract with rate, route, IC status, non-solicitation of broker's shippers, and insurance requirements.
Dedicated route
Regular route for one customer. Fixed weekly rate, exclusivity, minimum volume commitment, and fuel surcharge adjustment clause.
Last-mile
Local delivery for an e-commerce brand. Per-package rate, delivery SLA, failed delivery handling, and signature/photo confirmation requirements.
Fleet sub
One small fleet subcontracting overflow to another. Rate, route, insurance requirements, liability allocation, and non-solicitation of the prime fleet's clients.
The logistics risk map
Cargo is damaged in transit. Fix: cargo liability clause defining your responsibility limit, insurance requirements, and claim process. Liability capped at cargo value or a defined maximum.
Client disputes the rate on an invoice. Fix: rate clause specifying per-mile, per-load, or flat weekly rate, plus fuel surcharge formula and any accessorial charges.
Client eliminates a dedicated route with no notice. Fix: termination notice clause requiring 30–60 days' notice to terminate a dedicated route, with payment for committed expenses during the notice period.
State labor agency determines your owner-operator is actually an employee. Fix: IC classification language consistent with state law — but note this is complex and may require legal review in your state.
Client claims their trailer was damaged by your driver. Fix: equipment condition clause with pre- and post-use documentation and a defined damage reporting process.
Your flow with BizDraft
Direct carrier, broker sub, dedicated route — BizDraft shapes the agreement around your logistics model.
Route scope, rate structure, cargo liability, insurance, equipment, payment terms. Plain English.
Adjust cargo liability, rate terms, or termination notice inline before downloading.
Word or PDF. E-sign before the first pickup. Done in five minutes.
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