What is a requirement for a contract to be enforceable under the UCC?

In the context of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), a contract can be enforceable even if it lacks detailed terms, provided that there is clear intent to enter into a contract. The UCC is designed to facilitate commercial transactions and encourages flexibility in the formation and enforcement of contracts.

Under the UCC, the "gap-filling" provisions allow for agreements to be interpreted even when certain terms are not specified, as long as the essential elements of the agreement are evident. This means that parties can still create enforceable agreements based on the general intentions reflected in their communications and actions, rather than requiring a precise specification of every detail like price or delivery terms. The emphasis here is on the mutual intent of the parties to engage in a contractual relationship.

This principle reflects the UCC's goal of promoting commerce by ensuring that transactions can occur without being held up by strict formalities or missing specifics, as long as there is a clear intent to form a contract.