2. Prompt payment of suppliers
2.1
Where the Contractor enters into a Sub-Contract for the purpose of performing its obligations under this Contract, the Contractor shall:
2.1.1 ensure that a provision is included in such Sub-Contract which requires payment to be made of all sums due by the Contractor to the sub-contractor within a specified period not exceeding 30 days from the receipt of the valid notice; and
2.1.2 ensure that equally favourable payment terms to those which the Council provides for the Contractor are passed on by the Contractor to sub-contractors.
2.2
Where the Council has consented to the placing of Sub-Contracts copies of each Sub-Contract, will at the request of the Council, be sent by the Contractor to the Council as soon as is reasonably practicable.
2.3
During the Contract Period the Contractor has in place sufficient policies, procedures and financial controls in order to ensure compliance with the clause.
