Supply of Goods Agreement

A supply of goods agreement in Ireland sets the terms on which one business supplies goods to another on a continuing basis. A supply agreement avoids disputes about orders, delivery, defective goods and payment. In this service, a solicitor would draft the agreement for your arrangement, including retention of title, limitation of liability and termination provisions under Irish law. It is for suppliers and buyers who want an ongoing trading relationship set out clearly.

What’s included

• A professionally drafted supply of goods agreement for your arrangement
• Covering orders, delivery, defective goods and payment
• Including retention of title, limitation of liability and termination provisions under Irish law
• Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
• Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
• A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards

Who this is for

• Manufacturers supplying goods to retailers or distributors
• Wholesalers with regular trade customers
• Buyers who want certainty on quality, delivery and remedies
• Businesses replacing informal purchase orders with a proper agreement

How it works

1. Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
2. Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
3. A solicitor would then draft the supply agreement for your arrangement.
4. The completed work is delivered to you by email, with plain-English notes on what to do next.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a supply of goods agreement cost in Ireland?

This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.

What is a retention of title clause?

A retention of title clause provides that ownership of goods stays with the supplier until they are paid for. It can help protect the supplier if the buyer does not pay or becomes insolvent, although its effect depends on how it is drafted.

Can a supplier limit its liability?

Businesses can often limit liability in a business-to-business contract, subject to legal limits. a solicitor would draft limitation terms suited to your arrangement.

For more on business contracts and running a company in Ireland, see our Business Legal Advice hub.

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