### Question
How does the law define first tier subcontractor?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 632*, **first tier subcontractor** is defined as:

> a subcontractor who has a subcontract directly with the prime contractor

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 632*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 14A-AID TO SMALL BUSINESS**

