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Subcontractor

German: Nachunternehmer (Unterauftragnehmer)

Definition

A company that performs part of the contract on behalf of the main contractor.

The German entry has the full definition with country details and a practical tip. Read this term in German

Legal basis

  • DE§ 36 VgV
  • AT§ 2 Z 34, § 98 BVergG 2018
  • CHArt. 31 BöB
  • EUArt. 71 RL 2014/24/EU

This glossary is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. The applicable statutory text prevails. Legal status: 7 October 2026.

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