Contracts Act 1872: Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore. Covers fundamental aspects like offer, acceptance, consideration, and contractual capacity.
Sale of Goods Act: Regulates contracts relating to the sale of goods, including transfer of property, rights of unpaid sellers, and implied conditions and warranties.
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic transactions and digital signatures, particularly relevant for contracts formed through electronic means.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests in transactions and provides remedies against unfair practices, applicable if dealing with consumer transactions.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore, relevant for handling personal information in contracts.
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Restricts the extent to which civil liability for breach of contract can be avoided through contract terms.
Competition Act: Promotes competition in markets and prohibits anti-competitive practices, may be relevant depending on contract scope.
United Nations Convention on Contracts (CISG): International sales law that governs cross-border sale of goods, applicable if contract involves international trade.
Contract Formation Requirements: Legal elements necessary for valid contract formation: offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements specific to the industry or sector in which the purchase contract operates.
