---
title: "Set up subcontractors"
slug: "set-up-subcontractors-flow"
tags: ["Flow", "Project Control Suite", "PCS"]
status: "new"
updated: 2026-03-20T13:14:08Z
published: 2026-03-20T17:46:07Z
canonical: "docs.staedean.com/set-up-subcontractors-flow"
---

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# Set up subcontractors

In construction business, it's common to subcontract subprojects or activities to another company, which does the work you. If you subcontract a subproject or activity, you purchase a service from a vendor. This service usually includes a combination of labor, equipment, and materials.

To be able to subcontract work to another company, in Project Control Suite, specific setup is required:

- Define which vendors are subcontractors.
- If applicable, set up subcontractor retentions.
- Set up the pricing that applies to subcontracting.
- Set up procurement categories that are used for subcontracting.

## Flow diagram

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