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Work Authorization Form
Free work authorization form template for a client to formally approve a contractor or vendor to begin specific work.
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This free work authorization form covers Work Authorized, Estimated Cost, Schedule, Authorization, Payment Terms with 4 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for founders, freelancers, and small business owners formalizing a business decision or agreement without paying a lawyer to draft it from scratch. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Work Authorization Form
Client: [Name] · Contractor/Vendor: [Name] · Date: [Date]
Work Authorized
[Description of the specific work being authorized, referencing the applicable estimate/proposal/change order #.]
Estimated Cost
[Amount], per [Estimate/Quote Reference #, Date].
Schedule
Work is authorized to begin on [Date] and is expected to be completed by [Date].
Authorization
By signing below, Client authorizes Contractor/Vendor to proceed with the work described above, at the estimated cost stated. Client understands that any additional work beyond this scope will require a separate authorization or change order.
Payment Terms
[Reference the applicable payment schedule — deposit, milestones, or payment on completion.]
Client signature: ______________________ Date: ____________ Contractor/Vendor signature (acknowledging scope): ______________________ Date: ____________
*Requiring a signed authorization before each new phase of work begins — rather than proceeding on a verbal "go ahead" — is what prevents disputes over whether a specific task was actually approved, especially on projects where scope tends to expand.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 5 standard sections: Work Authorized, Estimated Cost, Schedule, Authorization, Payment Terms
- 4 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
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- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Early-stage businesses
Getting the basics documented before things get more complex.
FAQ
Is this work authorization form template really free?
Yes — this Work Authorization Form template on docstoc is free to view, edit online, and download as a PDF with no account or signup required.
What does this work authorization form cover?
This business template includes Work Authorized, Estimated Cost, Schedule, Authorization. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. Templates like this cover the common ground most businesses need, but they can't anticipate your specific deal terms, jurisdiction, or industry rules. Treat it as a first draft to build from, and get a business attorney's eyes on it before signing anything that matters.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 4 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
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