You have engaged an electrical firm to undertake works at your commercial premises. The discussions go back and forth. Plans are agreed as to where the new wiring will go and new outlets, lights etc. The firm sends you the contract which you never sign but work proceeds. The works go over a few months and your company paid the first instalment. Then your business partner is unhappy with the work and refuses to co-sign the payment authorisation for the second payment. She is also worried about cash flow so seeks to argue there is no contract as you never signed one on behalf of the partnership. 

 

Based on what you have learnt this week:

 

a. Identify the parties 

b. What is the issue? 

c. Is there an agreement between your business and the electrical firm? Explain your reasoning and reach a conclusion