Validation of Asserted Restrictions on Technical Data
A contract clause under the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, placed in Uniform Contract Format Section I (Contract clauses).
When it applies
Required by DFARS 227.7102-4(c) in DoD solicitations and contracts that include the technical-data rights clause (commercial 7015 or other-than-commercial 7013) — establishes the procedure for challenging and validating asserted restrictive markings on technical data.
Prescription
The DFARS directs use of 252.227-7037 at 227.7102-4(c) — read the prescribing section on acquisition.gov →.
Official text
The full, authoritative text of 252.227-7037 is on acquisition.gov: View DFARS 252.227-7037 →
Frequently asked questions
When does DFARS 252.227-7037 apply?
Required by DFARS 227.7102-4(c) in DoD solicitations and contracts that include the technical-data rights clause (commercial 7015 or other-than-commercial 7013) — establishes the procedure for challenging and validating asserted restrictive markings on technical data.
Where is DFARS 252.227-7037 prescribed?
The DFARS prescribes 252.227-7037 at 227.7102-4(c). ArcClause selects it automatically when your acquisition triggers that prescription.
Is DFARS 252.227-7037 a solicitation provision or a contract clause?
252.227-7037, Validation of Asserted Restrictions on Technical Data, is a contract clause under the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement.
Is DFARS 252.227-7037 incorporated by reference or set out in full text?
252.227-7037 is typically incorporated by reference in the contract.
Where can I read the official text of DFARS 252.227-7037?
The full, authoritative text of 252.227-7037 is published on acquisition.gov.
How do I know which clauses apply to my acquisition?
ArcClause builds a complete FAR/DFARS clause matrix for your acquisition automatically — enter your parameters and it selects every applicable provision and clause, including 252.227-7037 when triggered. It is free to use at https://www.aframesolutions.com/arcclause.
Which clauses does your solicitation need?
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