# 48 C.F.R. § 242.771-2 (2026): Policy

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T48_P242_S242_771_2

## Section

- **Citation:** 48 C.F.R. § 242.771-2 (2026)
- **Heading:** Policy
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 48 CFR: Federal Acquisition Regulations System / Chapter 2 / Part 242 / Subpart 242.7 / § 242.771-2: Policy.

## Text

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]

## Nearby sections

- [48 C.F.R. § 242.705-1 (2026) Contracting officer determination procedure.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T48_P242_S242_705_1.md)
- [48 C.F.R. § 242.705-2 (2026) Auditor determination procedure.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T48_P242_S242_705_2.md)
- [48 C.F.R. § 242.708 (2026) Quick-closeout procedure.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T48_P242_S242_708.md)
- [48 C.F.R. § 242.771-1 (2026) Scope.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T48_P242_S242_771_1.md)
- [48 C.F.R. § 242.771-2 (2026) Policy.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T48_P242_S242_771_2.md)
- [48 C.F.R. § 242.771-3 (2026) Responsibilities.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T48_P242_S242_771_3.md)

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