Consulting Services Agreement

Aegis-DB Professional Services

Table of Contents

  1. 1. Services Offered
  2. 2. Engagement Models
    1. 2.1 Hourly Engagement
    2. 2.2 Expedited Engagement
    3. 2.3 Retainer Engagement
    4. 2.4 Project-Based Engagement
  3. 3. Terms and Conditions
    1. 3.1 Scheduling
    2. 3.2 Travel and On-Site Work
    3. 3.3 Intellectual Property
    4. 3.4 Confidentiality
    5. 3.5 Limitation of Liability
    6. 3.6 Payment Terms
  4. 4. Common Engagement Packages
    1. 4.1 Quick Start Package — $2,000
    2. 4.2 Migration Package — Starting at $5,000
    3. 4.3 Compliance Package — $8,000
  5. 5. General Provisions
    1. 5.1 Term and Termination
    2. 5.2 Independent Contractor
    3. 5.3 Governing Law
    4. 5.4 Entire Agreement
  6. 6. Signatures
    1. Consultant
    2. Client

This Consulting Services Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into as of the date of last signature below (“Effective Date”) by and between Aegis-DB (“Consultant”) and the undersigned client (“Client”).

1. Services Offered

Consultant provides the following professional services related to Aegis-DB deployment, optimization, and support:

  • Installation & Deployment - Complete setup of Aegis-DB environments including cluster configuration, security hardening, and initial optimization
  • Migration Services - Data migration from existing database systems to Aegis-DB with validation and testing
  • Performance Optimization - Query tuning, index optimization, resource allocation, and throughput improvements
  • Architecture Review - Assessment of current or proposed database architecture with recommendations
  • Compliance Audit Assistance - Configuration and documentation support for regulatory compliance requirements
  • Custom Development - Development of custom integrations, extensions, or tooling
  • Training & Workshops - Technical training for development and operations teams

2. Engagement Models

2.1 Hourly Engagement

Item Details
Standard Rate $200 per hour
Minimum Engagement 4 hours
Billing Cycle Monthly in arrears
Scheduling Standard lead time applies

2.2 Expedited Engagement

Item Details
Expedited Rate $300 per hour
Response Time Work begins within 24-48 hours
Use Case Urgent production issues, critical deadlines
Minimum Engagement 4 hours

2.3 Retainer Engagement

Item Details
Monthly Fee $8,000 per month
Included Hours 50 hours per month
Rollover Policy Unused hours do not roll over to subsequent months
Scheduling Priority Priority scheduling with 48-hour response
Overage Rate $160 per hour (10% discount from standard rate)

2.4 Project-Based Engagement

Item Details
Pricing Fixed price based on defined scope of work
Payment Schedule 50% due upon execution, 50% due upon completion
Change Orders Scope changes billed at standard hourly rate
Deliverables Defined in separate Statement of Work

3. Terms and Conditions

3.1 Scheduling

  • Standard Engagements: Require 1-2 week lead time for scheduling
  • Retainer Clients: 48-hour scheduling for non-expedited requests
  • Expedited Engagements: Work begins within 24-48 hours of agreement execution

3.2 Travel and On-Site Work

  • Remote Work: All remote consulting is included in stated rates
  • On-Site Work: Travel time and expenses billed at cost
  • On-Site Day Rate: $2,000 per day plus reasonable travel expenses
  • Expense Policy: Expenses require advance approval for amounts exceeding $500

3.3 Intellectual Property

  • Pre-Existing IP: All intellectual property owned by either party prior to this engagement remains the sole property of that party
  • Custom Work Product: Custom work product developed specifically for Client under this Agreement shall become Client’s property upon full payment
  • Generic Improvements: Consultant reserves the right to incorporate generic improvements, techniques, and knowledge gained during the engagement into Consultant’s products and services, provided such incorporation does not include Client’s confidential information

3.4 Confidentiality

Each party agrees to hold in confidence all confidential information disclosed by the other party during the term of this Agreement. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to, technical data, trade secrets, business plans, customer information, and proprietary methodologies. This obligation shall survive termination of this Agreement for a period of three (3) years.

3.5 Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE OF ACTION OR WHETHER SUCH PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. CONSULTANT’S TOTAL LIABILITY UNDER THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE FEES PAID BY CLIENT IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

3.6 Payment Terms

  • Payment Due: Net 30 days from invoice date
  • Late Payment Fees: 1.5% per month on overdue balances
  • Accepted Methods: Wire transfer, ACH, or credit card (3% processing fee for credit card)
  • Disputed Invoices: Client must notify Consultant of any disputed charges within 15 days of invoice date

4. Common Engagement Packages

4.1 Quick Start Package — $2,000

Ideal for teams beginning their Aegis-DB journey.

Includes:

  • 4-hour remote consulting session
  • Installation and basic configuration
  • Initial performance tuning
  • Documentation walkthrough
  • Q&A and best practices review

4.2 Migration Package — Starting at $5,000

Comprehensive migration support from existing database systems.

Includes:

  • Assessment of existing database infrastructure
  • Detailed migration plan and timeline
  • Data migration execution
  • Validation and testing procedures
  • 2 weeks of post-migration support
  • Migration documentation

Final pricing based on data volume, complexity, and source system.

4.3 Compliance Package — $8,000

Complete compliance configuration and documentation.

Includes:

  • Full compliance configuration review and implementation
  • Audit trail setup and verification
  • Encryption configuration (at-rest and in-transit)
  • Documentation package for auditors
  • Compliance checklist verification
  • Access control and authentication configuration
  • 30-day follow-up review

5. General Provisions

5.1 Term and Termination

This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and continue until terminated by either party with thirty (30) days written notice. Client shall pay for all services rendered through the termination date.

5.2 Independent Contractor

Consultant is an independent contractor and not an employee of Client. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, or agency relationship.

5.3 Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of laws provisions.

5.4 Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings, and communications.

6. Signatures

By signing below, the parties agree to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

Consultant

   
Signature ______________
Printed Name ______________
Title ______________
Date ______________

Client

   
Signature ______________
Printed Name ______________
Title ______________
Company ______________
Date ______________

For questions regarding this Agreement or to schedule a consultation, please contact our professional services team.