Distribution Agreement (Distributor) — Word & PDF Template

This distribution agreement template is drafted from the distributor’s perspective and governs the resale of a supplier’s products within a defined territory. It covers appointment, exclusivity, ordering, pricing, delivery, intellectual property, product warranties and termination, giving distributors in England and Wales a clear, balanced contract with their supplier.

Who is this template for?

It suits distributors and resellers taking on a product line, wholesalers and importers, and businesses appointing channels to market who want a contract that protects the distributor’s interests while setting clear obligations on both sides.

What does the template include?

The agreement is organised into clear, ready-to-complete clauses:

• Parties — identifies the supplier and the distributor.
• Appointment and Grant of Rights — the distribution rights and territory.
• Exclusivity — whether the appointment is exclusive or non-exclusive.
• Orders and Supply — how orders are placed and fulfilled.
• Prices, Discounts, and Payment — pricing, discounts and payment terms.
• Delivery, Risk, and Title — when delivery, risk and ownership pass.
• Distributor’s Obligations — sales, marketing and support duties.
• Supplier’s Obligations — supply, support and product duties.
• Intellectual Property — use of the supplier’s brands and IP.
• Confidentiality — protection of confidential information.
• Warranties and Product Liability — product warranties and liability allocation.
• Term and Termination — duration and how the agreement ends.
• Governing Law — confirms England and Wales law applies.
• Entire Agreement — confirms the document is the complete record.
• Signatures — signing block for both parties.

Easy to customise

The template opens in Microsoft Word, Google Docs and LibreOffice. Fill in the highlighted fields, set the territory, exclusivity and pricing, tick the relevant options and edit any clause to fit your arrangement.

Format and scope

Download instantly as an editable Word (.docx) file and a print-ready PDF, formatted to A4. Written in plain British English with light, general references to England and Wales commercial law.