Members Eager to Purchase ASLA Standard Contracts
Since April 1, ASLA has sold 28 standard form contract packages online.

At the beginning of the month, ASLA released the standard form contract package, a business tool developed specifically to meet the needs of the landscape architecture profession. The package, which contains two forms—one for regular projects and the other for relatively simple, low-risk projects—is available through the professional practice page on the ASLA website. Each contract provides a clear starting point for defining the terms of professional service and can be customized to address the unique conditions of a given project.

The response to this initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, and 28 packages have already been purchased. The electronic package is licensed annually and sold on a graduated fee, based on the purchasing firm’s size. During 2008, ASLA is offering a special introductory price on the package. Individuals will receive a $50 discount off the regular member and nonmember pricing structure. To order, click here.

Introductory ASLA Member Price (reflects a $50 savings off the regular price for each tier)
Tier 1 firms with 1 to 10 individuals: $50
Tier 2 firms with 11 to 49 individuals: $200
Tier 3 firms with 50+ individuals: $450

Introductory Nonmember Price* (reflects a $50 savings off the regular price for each tier)
Tier 1 firms with 1 to 10 individuals: $340
Tier 2 firms with 11 to 49 individuals: $490
Tier 3 firms with 50+ individuals: $740

*The nonmember fee provides a one-year membership in ASLA, including a subscription to Landscape Architecture magazine and ASLA chapter dues.

Sample contracts are available to review for only $25.

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Good contractual arrangements are an essential component of a sound professional practice. A clear and complete contract for professional services creates a mutual understanding of expectations regarding scope, deliverables, and payment for services. The ASLA standard form contract package is a tool that landscape architecture professionals should consider using to strengthen their protection against liability. For more information about the standard contract package, please contact Susan Cahill, director of information and professional practice, at scahill@asla.org.