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Title 48 CFR: Federal Acquisition Regulations System › Chapter 2 › Part 242 › Subpart 242.7 › § 242.771-2: Policy.

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Defense contractors are encouraged to engage in independent research and development (IR&D) projects that will advance the needs of DoD for future technology and advanced capability (see 231.205-18(c)(iii)). [88 FR 6600, Jan. 31, 2023]

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