Document background
The Supplier Relationship Agreement serves as the primary contractual framework for managing supplier relationships under German law. It is typically used when establishing long-term or significant supply arrangements where detailed terms and conditions are necessary to govern the ongoing business relationship. The agreement incorporates essential elements required by German commercial law, including provisions from the BGB and HGB, while addressing practical commercial needs such as ordering processes, quality requirements, and risk allocation. This document is particularly important for compliance with German regulatory requirements, including the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) for larger organizations, and typically includes comprehensive provisions for quality control, delivery terms, pricing mechanisms, and dispute resolution procedures.
