### Question
How is the term contracting officer defined?


### Answer
The term **contracting officer** is defined in *41 U.S.C. § 601* as the following:

> any person who, by appointment in accordance with applicable regulations, has the authority to enter into and administer contracts and make determinations and findings with respect thereto

#### Citation:
  - *41 U.S.C. § 601*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 9-CONTRACT DISPUTES**

