The Subcontractor Non-Compete Agreement is essential in business relationships where companies engage external contractors who may gain access to sensitive information or develop valuable expertise during their engagement. This document, governed by German law, provides protection against unfair competition while ensuring compliance with strict German legal requirements. It includes mandatory provisions for compensation during the restriction period, clearly defined geographic and activity scope limitations, and maximum duration constraints (typically 2 years). The agreement is particularly relevant when subcontractors work closely with proprietary technology, methodologies, or client relationships, and need to be prevented from using this knowledge to compete directly with the main contractor after the engagement ends.
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1. Parties: Identification of the contracting parties - the main contractor and the subcontractor
2. Background: Context of the agreement and the business relationship between the parties
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Confidential Information', 'Competitive Activities', and 'Restricted Territory'
4. Scope of Non-Compete Obligations: Detailed description of prohibited competitive activities, including specific industry sectors and types of work
5. Geographic Restrictions: Clear definition of the territorial scope where the non-compete obligations apply
6. Duration: Time period for which the non-compete obligations remain in effect, typically limited to 2 years maximum under German law
7. Compensation: Details of the compensation provided for the non-compete restriction, which is mandatory under German law
8. Exceptions and Permitted Activities: Activities explicitly allowed despite the non-compete restrictions
9. Confidentiality Obligations: Requirements regarding the protection of confidential information
10. Breach and Remedies: Consequences of violating the agreement and available legal remedies
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of German law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes
1. Pre-existing Clients: Used when the subcontractor has existing clients that should be excluded from the restrictions
2. Special Industry Provisions: Include when specific industry regulations or standards need to be addressed
3. Group Company Provisions: Required when the non-compete should extend to or exclude certain affiliated companies
4. Post-Termination Obligations: Additional obligations beyond the non-compete that survive termination
5. Alternative Dispute Resolution: Include when parties prefer mediation or arbitration before court proceedings
6. Severability and Judicial Modification: Specific provisions allowing court modification of unenforceable terms, particularly relevant for German courts
1. Schedule 1 - Restricted Territory: Detailed map or list of geographic areas covered by the non-compete
2. Schedule 2 - Compensation Calculation: Formula and terms for calculating the mandatory compensation
3. Schedule 3 - Restricted Activities: Detailed list of specific activities, products, or services covered by the non-compete
4. Schedule 4 - Excluded Clients: List of pre-existing clients exempt from the restrictions
5. Appendix A - Compliance Certificate: Template for periodic compliance certification by the subcontractor
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