### Question
How is the "functions closely associated with inherently governmental functions" defined?


### Answer
The term **functions closely associated with inherently governmental functions** is defined in *10 U.S.C. § 4508* as follows -

> the functions described in section 7.503(d) of the Federal Acquisition Regulation

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 4508*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-General Military Law > PART V-ACQUISITION > Subpart G-Other Special Categories Of Contracting > CHAPTER 341-ACQUISITION OF SERVICES GENERALLY**

