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What Is a Subcontractor?
A firm engaged by the main supplier to carry out part of a contract, sometimes vetted directly by the buyer.
Do subcontractors need to be named in a bid?
The buyer can ask for details of intended subcontractors, and may check them against the exclusion grounds.
Who is responsible for a subcontractor's work?
The main supplier remains responsible to the buyer for the whole contract, including work done by subcontractors.
How quickly must subcontractors be paid?
Implied 30-day payment terms flow down from public contracts into subcontracts, protecting suppliers further down the chain.
