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Vendor definition

Question
What is a vendor? 
Answer
A vendor, also called a supplier, is a person or company that provides goods and/or services to other companies as one of the contributors to the development process on the way to the ultimate customer. A vendor could produce and deliver raw materials, partially assembled components, custom parts, or any consumable supplies.

A vendor could provide labor, consulting or management services. 
 
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