A long-form agreement for the inland transportation of goods by truck, drafted in favor of the transportation service provider, commonly known as a carrier. This resource, which can also be used by customers (commonly referred to as shippers) for benchmarking purposes, includes key obligations of the carrier and its customer, and contemplates a direct agreement between the carrier and its customer without the involvement of a freight forwarder or other intermediary. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting and negotiating tips.