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How to draft a supply contract with AI

2 min read · Updated May 2026 · Editorial oversight: Avv. Federico Papa

A continuous supply contract falls within the scope of somministrazione (Arts. 1559 et seq. of the Italian Civil Code), whereby one party undertakes to perform periodic or continuous deliveries of goods in exchange for a price. Clauses governing duration, renewal, and termination determine the stability of the contractual relationship.

In brief

Supply contracts or somministrazione fall under Arts. 1559 et seq. of the Italian Civil Code and utilize AI for tailored drafting. Key clauses specify subject matter, quality standards, and quantities pursuant to Art. 1560 Civil Code. Stability is managed through duration, tacit renewal, or withdrawal upon notice under Art. 1569 Civil Code. Essential provisions cover pricing, hardship mechanisms, exclusivity under Arts. 1567 and 1568, and preference agreements under Art. 1566. Remedies include liquidated damages, warranties for defects, suspension under Art. 1565, and termination for breach.

The steps

  1. 1.

    Define subject matter and quantities

    Specify the goods, quality standards, quantities (fixed, minimum, or per order under Art. 1560 Civil Code), and delivery terms.

  2. 2.

    Set duration, renewal, and termination

    Choose between a fixed term with tacit renewal (setting clear notice periods for non-renewal) or an indefinite term with right of withdrawal upon reasonable notice pursuant to Art. 1569 Civil Code.

  3. 3.

    Provide for pricing, price revision, and exclusivity

    Set the price and price-adjustment mechanisms (indexation, hardship clauses) and evaluate exclusivity clauses under Arts. 1567 and 1568 Civil Code, as well as preference agreements under Art. 1566 Civil Code.

  4. 4.

    Address default remedies and warranties

    Regulate liquidated damages for delay, warranties for defects, suspension of supply (Art. 1565 Civil Code), force majeure clauses, and termination for breach.

Legal basis: artt. 1559-1570 c.c.art. 1560 c.c.art. 1569 c.c.

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  • —Proposes renewal, price revision, and exclusivity clauses tailored to the specific industry
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