### Question
How does SERVICE, SUPPLY, AND PROCUREMENT define defense contractor?


### Answer
Under *10 U.S.C. § 2397*, **defense contractor** is defined as:

> a person that provides services, supplies, or both (including construction) to the Department of Defense under a contract directly with the Department

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 2397*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-General Military Law > PART IV-SERVICE, SUPPLY, AND PROCUREMENT > CHAPTER 141-MISCELLANEOUS PROCUREMENT PROVISIONS**

