At First Law Solicitors, we assist suppliers, manufacturers and purchasers across the United Kingdom with the preparation and management of Goods Supply Agreements.
These contracts define how goods are supplied, priced and delivered, protecting both parties from uncertainty and dispute.
Our solicitors combine commercial insight with legal precision to ensure every supply agreement reflects your business goals, complies with UK law and supports smooth commercial operations.
A goods supply agreement sets out the terms under which goods are manufactured, supplied or purchased. It defines how goods are ordered, priced, delivered and accepted, and what happens if there are delays, defects or disputes.
Since the introduction of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, UK businesses must ensure their supply agreements meet higher standards of transparency, fairness and data protection.
At First Law Solicitors, we draft and review goods supply contracts that comply with these Acts and are fully compatible with the Digital Verification Services framework, which governs electronic identity verification and Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) under the UK eIDAS system.
Our commercial solicitors support clients through every stage of the supply contracting process. We take time to understand your business model and the practical realities of your supply chain, then prepare or review your agreement to ensure it is accurate, clear and enforceable.
All contracts are prepared in accordance with the Sale of Goods Act 1979, the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982, the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024.
If you are given a draft contract by a trading partner, we can review it to identify any potential risks or unfair terms. We then recommend precise amendments to protect your commercial interests while maintaining a workable and balanced agreement.
Under the Digital Verification Services framework, most supply agreements are now signed and stored electronically. We make sure your contracts meet QES standards, that the right authorisations are in place and that all records are securely stored and verifiable at every stage.
Our focus is on ensuring that every agreement provides clear and enforceable terms covering product quality, delivery, pricing and payment. We ensure that limitation and indemnity clauses comply with the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 and that responsibility is shared fairly between supplier and buyer.
We define exactly when ownership and risk transfer from supplier to buyer, in line with the Sale of Goods Act 1979, to avoid ambiguity in the event of damage or delay.
Where personal or commercial data is exchanged, we ensure full compliance with UK GDPR and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, supported by the guidance of the Information Commission (formerly the ICO). Confidentiality clauses are written to protect sensitive business information and digital records.
If your goods are branded, manufactured under licence or involve intellectual property, we ensure the agreement clearly defines ownership and usage rights in line with the Trade Marks Act 1994 and the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.
Digital compliance now forms part of every commercial supply relationship in the UK.
Under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 and the Digital Verification Services framework, all supply contracts must maintain verifiable digital records of execution, renewal and amendment.
We conduct full digital contract checks to confirm that your agreements are authentic, timestamped, correctly authorised and traceable. This reduces risk, prevents disputes and ensures full compliance with the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.
At First Law Solicitors, we understand that goods supply contracts are fundamental to stable and profitable trading relationships. Every agreement we prepare combines clear commercial language with robust legal protection.
We draft in plain English so that both supplier and buyer understand their obligations without ambiguity. Each contract is aligned with current UK commercial and digital law and is suitable for electronic execution.
Our team continues to support clients after the agreement is signed, assisting with renewals, amendments and any disputes that may arise.
If you supply or purchase goods and need a clear, enforceable and compliant contract, contact First Law Solicitors for specialist advice. Our commercial solicitors help businesses across the UK draft, review and manage goods supply agreements that protect their interests and promote long term trading success.
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