Clause Guide
Change Request Clause clause: meaning, risks, and what to negotiate
Sets the process for changing scope, deliverables, timing, or price after the contract starts.
What it means
Without a clear change request process, scope creep and pricing disputes can escalate quickly.
Common risks
3 risks identifiedExtra work may be requested without extra pay.
Project timelines may slip without formal adjustments.
Changes may be approved informally and later disputed.
What to check before signing
ChecklistHow are changes requested and approved?
Do scope changes affect fees and timelines?
Must both parties sign off before changes take effect?
Negotiation ideas
ActionableRequire written approval for all material changes.
Tie approved changes to updated fees and deadlines.
Pause extra work until the change request is signed.
Example clause
Any change to the Services, timeline, or fees must be documented in a written change request signed by both parties before implementation.
Frequently asked questions
1 questionsWhat is a change request clause?
It is a clause setting the process for changing project scope, timing, or price after the contract begins.
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