DARSFinal Rule

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement: Update of Challenge Period for Validation of Asserted Restrictions on Technical Data and Computer Software

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Summary

This regulation updates the rules for how long companies have to challenge claims about restrictions on technical data and computer software used in military contracts. It streamlines the process the Defense Department uses to verify whether companies can legitimately keep their technical information private, making the procurement process more efficient.

Key Points

  • 1Updates the time period that companies have to challenge the Defense Department's validation of their claims to restrict access to technical data and software
  • 2Affects defense contractors and companies that sell technology or software to the military
  • 3Streamlines the military procurement process by clarifying deadlines and procedures for challenging restrictions on technical information
  • 4Helps prevent unnecessary delays in military acquisition while protecting companies' intellectual property rights
  • 5Changes how the Defense Department verifies whether companies' restrictions on sharing technical information are valid

Key Dates

Published

January 17, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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