### Question
How does the law define prime contractor?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 694a*, **prime contractor** is defined as:

> the person with whom the obligee has contracted to perform the contract

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 694a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 14B-SMALL BUSINESS INVESTMENT PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER IVdashA-GUARANTEES > Part B-Surety Bond Guarantees**

