Volume Purchase Agreement Template for Germany

1. Forecast Requirements: Include when the supplier requires advance forecasting for production planning

2. Consignment Stock: Include when parties agree to maintain consignment inventory arrangements

3. Service Levels: Include when specific performance metrics and remedies need to be established

4. Insurance Requirements: Include when specific insurance coverage needs to be maintained

5. Compliance with Laws: Include when specific regulatory compliance needs emphasis (e.g., automotive or pharmaceutical industry)

6. Environmental Requirements: Include when environmental standards or sustainability requirements are important

7. Intellectual Property Rights: Include when IP ownership or licensing is relevant to the purchase arrangement

8. Change Management: Include when formal procedures for changes to specifications or terms are needed

9. Business Continuity: Include when supply chain resilience is critical

10. Exit Management: Include when complex transition arrangements may be needed at termination

1. Schedule 1 - Product Specifications: Detailed technical specifications of products covered by the agreement

2. Schedule 2 - Pricing Schedule: Detailed pricing tables, volume discounts, and price adjustment mechanisms

3. Schedule 3 - Service Levels: Detailed performance metrics, measurement methods, and remedies

4. Schedule 4 - Order Form Template: Standard form for placing orders under the agreement

5. Schedule 5 - Quality Requirements: Detailed quality standards, testing procedures, and acceptance criteria

6. Schedule 6 - Delivery Locations: List of approved delivery locations and specific delivery requirements

7. Appendix A - Contact Details: Key contacts and escalation procedures for both parties

8. Appendix B - Technical Documentation: Reference technical documents and standards applicable to the products