### Question
What is the definition of contract?


### Answer
The definition of **contract** is as follows in *41 U.S.C. § 4705*:

> a contract awarded by the head of an executive agency

#### Citation:
  - *41 U.S.C. § 4705*
  - Heading: **Subtitle I-Federal Procurement Policy > Division C-Procurement > CHAPTER 47-MISCELLANEOUS**

