Nachfristbedarf

Nachfristbedarf is a term used in German procurement and contract management to describe the additional demand that arises in connection with the granting of a Nachfrist, a grace period given to a party to cure a breach or delay in performance. The concept is situational and stems from the need to assess what is required to restore conformance with contractual obligations after a delay.

In practice, Nachfristbedarf appears when a supplier misses a delivery date or fails to meet other contractual terms. The buyer may set a reasonable Nachfrist to allow the supplier to fulfill the obligation. If performance occurs within the Nachfrist, the contract typically remains in effect; if not, the buyer may terminate the contract, claim damages, or procure substitute performance.

TheNachfristbedarf encompasses two main dimensions: time and quantity. Time refers to the extended lead time or remaining duration available during the Nachfrist to achieve delivery or performance. Quantity covers the resources, stock, or alternative sourcing needed to cover potential shortfalls during the grace period, which may include expedited orders or switching suppliers.

For planning purposes, calculating Nachfristbedarf helps adjust procurement schedules, revise safety stock levels, and decide whether to activate alternative sourcing. It relies on contract terms, the nature of the obligation, and market conditions, and its exact meaning can vary between industries and companies. Legal considerations are tied to applicable contract law and provisions governing delays, cure periods, and remedies.