die Auftragsvergabe
Translation
awarding of a contract, contract award, procurement
Examples
Die Auftragsvergabe erfolgt nächste Woche.
The contract will be awarded next week.
Die Regeln für die öffentliche Auftragsvergabe sind streng.
The rules for public procurement are strict.
Grammar Patterns
the awarding of the contract to ((sb./sth.)) (die Auftragsvergabe an+4) The awarding of the contract to the construction company is confirmed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zuschlag, Beschaffung
Etymology
From 'Auftrag' (order, contract) + 'Vergabe' (awarding, allocation), derived from the verb 'vergeben' (to award, to give away).
Memory Tips
The 'Vergabe' part is related to 'geben' (to give). Think of it as the formal process of 'giving' a contract ('Auftrag').