Durchführungsform

Durchführungsform is a German term that denotes the form or modality by which a plan, program, measure or administrative act is implemented or carried out. It answers questions about who carries out the tasks, where they are performed, and under which authority or governance structure. The concept is common in legal, administrative, and organizational contexts and often appears in policy documents, procurement specifications, and EU funding rules.

In legal and administrative language, Durchführungsform differentiates between different modes of execution, such as direct execution by the issuing authority, or indirect execution through delegated or outsourced bodies. It can specify central vs. decentralized implementation, the use of external contractors, public-private partnerships, or joint management by several institutions. The choice of Durchführungsform affects accountability, control, budgeting, risk management, and reporting requirements.

In project management and public procurement, the Durchführungsform clarifies how tasks are allocated, monitored, and evaluated. For example, a programme might be implemented directly by a ministry or by a national agency acting as the managing authority; alternatively, implementation could be outsourced to private service providers or to regional authorities. In EU-funded programmes, Durchführungsformen describe whether funds are administered centrally, regionally, or jointly with partners, and under which regulatory framework.

The term is closely related to, but not synonymous with, Umsetzung or Durchführung. While these terms relate to the act of carrying out, Durchführungsform emphasizes the method or arrangement of execution. It is primarily a descriptive and procedural concept rather than a substantive policy directive.