### Question
How does the law define technical data?


### Answer
Under *41 U.S.C. § 403*, **technical data** is defined as:

> recorded information (regardless of the form or method of the recording) of a scientific or technical nature (including computer software documentation) relating to supplies procured by an agency

#### Citation:
  - *41 U.S.C. § 403*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-OFFICE OF FEDERAL PROCUREMENT POLICY**

