Global Subcontractor Search · For US companies delivering overseas
Find the right local delivery partner — fast, in markets where you have no presence.
When a US contract requires delivery on the ground in another country, we identify and shortlist credible local subcontractors and make warm, context-rich introductions — so your team can move from award to in-country conversations quickly. Built for US federal prime contractors and commercial firms alike.
The challenge
The contract is won. The local delivery gap remains.
Many US companies can run capture, compliance and contract administration from the United States, but international performance depends on finding capable local firms quickly. With no office, no local team and no trusted network in-country, subcontractor discovery becomes an execution risk — not a simple sourcing task.
- No pre-existing local subcontractor network.
- Limited visibility into which firms are relevant and credible.
- Time pressure after award or during mobilization.
- Difficulty telling capable firms from weak-fit vendors.
- A need for structured introductions, not just a list of names.
- Internal teams already stretched across delivery priorities.
What it does
A structured path from market uncertainty to qualified local introductions
We provide an end-to-end subcontractor search and introduction service for US organisations that need local delivery capability abroad — whether you are a federal prime contractor mobilizing on an awarded contract, or a US commercial company with no international presence looking for service-delivery partners in a specific market. Our role is to take you from “we need local capability fast” to a focused shortlist and direct introductions your team can evaluate and engage.
Who it’s for
- US federal prime contractors mobilizing for contracts that require in-country delivery overseas.
- US commercial companies with no international presence seeking service-delivery partners in a target market.
- First-time international entrants who need local capability quickly.
- Contract and programme managers who need structure around partner identification and outreach.
How we work
From requirement to warm introduction
- Requirement scoping. We understand the geography, delivery scope, operational need, timeline and — for government work — the contract type and any subcontracting considerations.
- Market-based search & landscape mapping. We identify the in-country universe of firms relevant to the technical, commercial and geographic need.
- Practical fit-screening & shortlisting. We narrow the field on relevance, responsiveness, visible business credibility, delivery fit and apparent sector track record — to a focused shortlist of typically 3–6 firms.
- Candidate profiles. A short profile for each shortlisted firm — corporate summary, apparent capability, public credibility and fit notes — not a raw list of contacts.
- Warm introductions & facilitated meetings. Context-rich introductions and first meetings, with translation or cultural mediation where useful.
- Market context support. Practical context on the operating environment and search realities in the target market.
What we are, and are not
We identify and shortlist. Formal vetting stays with specialists.
We identify, fit-screen, shortlist and introduce. We are not a law, audit or investigations firm. Formal legal, financial, sanctions (OFAC / EU / UN), FCPA and background due diligence is undertaken by you — or by specialist due-diligence firms we appoint and coordinate on your behalf, if you’d like us to. Final selection and engagement always remain with you.
A practical note on subcontracting compliance
On US government work, subcontractor selection can sit within a broader compliance framework. FAR Part 44 covers subcontracting policies and procedures, including consent to subcontract and, in some cases, advance notification and purchasing-system review. Whether — and how — it applies depends on your contract type, the clauses in your contract, and whether you have an approved purchasing system. Not every US contract triggers the same obligations. Our role is the search, screening and introduction process; consent to subcontract and final subcontracting decisions remain with your contracts, procurement and legal teams. We do not file FAR Part 44 consent and we do not replace your contracts function.
Why Vrkan
Why US firms use us for local partner search
International, in-country depth
US teaming-partner tools and directories (SAM.gov, SBA’s SubNet, and US-focused sourcing platforms) are strong domestically but thin on credible local delivery partners overseas. That gap — finding real, reachable, capable firms in the country of performance — is exactly what we fill.
Speed to mobilization
We compress a multi-month independent search into a structured 4–8 week engagement, so your team can meet start dates and avoid performance risk tied to subcontractor readiness.
Conflict-free and accountable to you
We take no fees from the subcontractors we introduce. Our fee is paid by you — so our shortlist reflects your interest, not a commission.
Coordination-led
When you want formal vetting, we bring in specialist due-diligence and legal firms by name and coordinate them — keeping one accountable point of contact for you.
Fees · Subcontractor Search
Search & introduce — priced by number of countries
Each engagement includes requirement scoping, market landscape, fit-screening and shortlisting (3–5 firms), candidate profiles and facilitated introductions. All prices are in USD and indicative — confirmed in your proposal.
| Scope | Search & Introduce (Standard) | Search, Introduce & Coordinate (Enhanced) |
|---|---|---|
| First country | $8,500 – $12,000 | $16,000 – $22,000 |
| Each additional country (concurrent) | + $5,000 – $6,500 | + $9,000 – $12,000 |
| Programme of 3+ countries | Custom / volume — from ~$22,000 | Custom / volume — from ~$40,000 |
Enhanced adds coordination of formal due diligence via specialist firms (billed at cost), teaming-agreement / LOI facilitation with your legal team, and 90-day post-introduction support. Fees exclude taxes; formal due diligence, in-country travel, notarisation or legal verification are billed at cost with prior approval. We charge no fees to the subcontractors we introduce.
After appointment
Oversight & Assurance — keep delivery on track (retainer)
Finding the right subcontractor is the start, not the finish. Once your local partner is appointed, we can stay on as your eyes and ears on the ground — coordinating delivery, running quarterly audits and site visits, and keeping the project on track through to smooth, steady operations. This is an ongoing retainer, priced per country.
- Ongoing coordination between your team and the local subcontractor — milestones, actions and issue escalation.
- Quarterly on-site audits and site visits: implementation, quality and delivery-compliance review against the agreed scope.
- A written quarterly assurance report with findings, risks and recommended actions.
- Adviser coordination and — where formal statutory or financial audit is required — appointment of specialist firms on your behalf.
- A single accountable liaison, from London or New Delhi, across the relationship.
| Tier | What it covers | Indicative fee (USD, per country) |
|---|---|---|
| Coordination Retainer | Monthly coordination, milestone tracking, subcontractor & adviser liaison, issue escalation, quarterly review call and report. | $2,500 – $4,000 / month |
| Assurance Retainer | All Coordination, plus a quarterly on-site audit & site visit and a written quarterly assurance report (four visits a year). | $5,000 – $8,000 / month (travel at cost) |
| Programme Oversight | Multi-country oversight under one contract; dedicated account manager and consolidated reporting. | Custom / volume |
Add-ons: additional or ad-hoc site visits $2,750 – $4,500 per day plus travel at cost; formal financial or statutory audit performed by qualified specialist firms we appoint and coordinate, billed at cost. Minimum term typically 6–12 months. Vrkan coordinates and assures delivery; formal statutory and financial audit is carried out by qualified firms, not by Vrkan directly.
Where we search
Fees shown are indicative guidance only and are confirmed in your written proposal; Vrkan Ventures reserves the right to determine the price for each project, as every engagement is customised. See our Legal Disclaimer.
Geographic coverage
We maintain research capability and networks across the priority regions for US international contracting.
| Region | Representative markets |
|---|---|
| South & Southeast Asia | India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand |
| East Asia & Pacific | China (nationwide, incl. provincial capitals), Mongolia, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand |
| Middle East & North Africa | UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq, Morocco, Tunisia |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Tanzania, South Africa, Senegal |
| Eastern Europe & Central Asia | Ukraine, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Moldova, Kosovo |
| Latin America & Caribbean | Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Honduras, Guatemala, Dominican Republic |
| Western Europe (NATO / EU-adjacent) | Germany, Poland, Italy, Romania, UK, France |
Country not listed? Our search methodology is geography-agnostic. Tell us the market and the requirement, and we’ll undertake a bespoke search built around your specific ask — anywhere a US contract requires local delivery capability.
Sectors we search
Where we find delivery partners
- Defence, security & base operations — facilities, logistics, life support, guard services.
- IT & telecommunications — network infrastructure, systems integration, biometrics, surveillance.
- Infrastructure, construction & engineering — civil works, utilities, roads, housing.
- Professional services & capacity building — training, institutional strengthening, governance.
- Health systems — clinical services, medical supply chain, health information systems.
- Agriculture & food security; environment, energy & water; humanitarian & disaster logistics.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do you provide the subcontractor, or help us find one?
We identify, fit-screen, shortlist and introduce credible local firms. Your team retains full control of final selection and engagement.
Do you carry out the legal and financial due diligence?
No. We shortlist on practical fit and public credibility. Formal legal, financial, sanctions and background due diligence is done by you, or by specialist firms we appoint and coordinate on your behalf on request.
Do you stay involved after the subcontractor is appointed?
Yes, if you want us to. Our Oversight & Assurance retainer keeps us on the ground as your coordination and quality-assurance layer — with quarterly on-site audits and site visits and a written quarterly report — so implementation goes to plan and operations run smoothly. It is priced per country, from $2,500/month (coordination) or $5,000/month (with quarterly audits and site visits).
How are your search fees calculated?
By the number of countries covered. A single-country Search & Introduce is $8,500–$12,000; each additional concurrent country is $5,000–$6,500; programmes of three or more countries are priced on a custom, volume basis.
What if the country we need is not on your list?
Our methodology is geography-agnostic. Tell us the market and the requirement and we’ll run a bespoke search built around your specific ask — anywhere a US contract requires local delivery.
Can this help if we have no overseas office?
Yes — that is a core use case, including US commercial companies with no international presence at all.
Does FAR Part 44 apply to us, and do you handle consent filings?
FAR Part 44 applies in the federal contracting context and depends on your contract type, clauses and purchasing-system status — not every contract triggers the same obligations. We support the search and introductions; consent to subcontract and compliance decisions remain with your contracts and legal teams.
Are you affiliated with the subcontractors you introduce?
No. We are an independent, conflict-free intermediary and take no fees from the firms we introduce. Our fee is paid by you.
Where are you based — do you have a US office?
We do not have a US office. US clients are supported by liaison from our London and New Delhi teams, coordinating the overseas market where delivery happens.
How long does it take?
A standard Search & Introduce engagement typically takes 4–8 weeks from mandate to facilitated introductions; complex or multi-country searches take 8–12 weeks.
Need local delivery capability where you have no presence?
Share the country, the scope and the timeline. We’ll help you build a structured path to local subcontractor identification, introductions and — once your partner is appointed — ongoing oversight, so your team can move with more speed and confidence. US clients are supported by liaison from our London and New Delhi teams — no US office required on your side.