### Question
How does the law define prime contract?


### Answer
Under *41 U.S.C. § 52*, **prime contract** is defined as:

> a contract or contractual action entered into by the United States for the purpose of obtaining supplies, materials, equipment, or services of any kind

#### Citation:
  - *41 U.S.C. § 52*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 1-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

