Business contracts normally contain a provision stating that the written agreement is the complete and exclusive agreement between those involved. This reinforces the idea that what is written in the contract is all the agreement entails. Neither you nor the IC can later bring up side letters, oral statements or other material not covered by the contract. A clause such as this avoids later claims that promises not contained in the written contract were made and broken.
Because of this provision, you must make sure that all documents containing any representations made by the IC upon which you are relying are attached to the agreement as exhibits. This may include the IC’s proposal or bid, sales literature, side letters and so forth. If they aren’t attached, they won’t be considered to be part of the agreement.
Suggested Language
Exclusive Agreement
This is the entire Agreement between Contractor and Client.