Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore. Essential for basic SOW structure and enforceability.
Electronic Transactions Act (Cap. 88): Governs electronic signatures and digital contracts, relevant for electronic execution of the SOW.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Critical for data handling provisions in the SOW.
Employment Act: Relevant if the SOW involves manpower or service provider arrangements that could be construed as employment relationships.
Cybersecurity Act 2018: Applicable for IT/Technology services SOWs, governing cybersecurity requirements and obligations.
MAS Regulations: Monetary Authority of Singapore regulations applicable for financial services-related SOWs.
Building Control Act: Relevant for construction-related SOWs, governing building works and safety requirements.
Copyright Act: Protects original works and governs intellectual property rights in deliverables.
Patents Act: Relevant for SOWs involving patentable innovations or technology transfer.
Trade Marks Act: Governs use and protection of trademarks in deliverables or services.
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Ensures SOW terms do not contain anti-competitive provisions or market restrictions.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Applicable if the SOW has B2C elements, ensuring fair trading practices.
Companies Act: Governs corporate requirements and business entity obligations in contractual relationships.
GST Act: Regulates Goods and Services Tax implications in the SOW's payment terms and invoicing requirements.
