What is FAR 52.227-23?

FAR 52.227-23 (Rights to Proposal Data (Technical).) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the ip category.

When is FAR 52.227-23 required?

FAR 52.227-23 is typically required when the contracting officer determines it's applicable to the specific procurement. Check the solicitation's Section I for included clauses.

Does FAR 52.227-23 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.227-23 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.227-23 — Rights to Proposal Data (Technical).

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.227-23 — Rights to Proposal Data (Technical).. This clause is part of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and may be included in government contracts as a solicitation provision or contract clause.

Official Regulation Text

52.227-23 Rights to Proposal Data (Technical). As prescribed in 27.409(l), insert the following clause: Rights to Proposal Data (Technical) (JUN 1987) Except for data contained on pages ___, it is agreed that as a condition of award of this contract, and notwithstanding the conditions of any notice appearing thereon, the Government shall have unlimited rights (as defined in the Rights in Data—General clause contained in this contract) in and to the technical data contained in the proposal dated ___, upon which this contract is based. (End of clause) [52 FR 18156, May 13, 1987, as amended at 72 FR 63075, Nov. 7, 2007]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.227-23 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.227-23)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 27.409(l), insert the following clause: Rights to Proposal Data (Technical) (JUN 1987) Except for data contained on pages ___, it is agreed that as a condition of award of this contract, and notwithstanding the conditions of any notice appearing thereon, the Government shall have unlimited rights (as defined in the Rights in Data—General clause contained in this contract) in and to the technical data contained in the proposal dated ___, upon which this contract is based.

Flow-Down to Subcontractors

No flow-down required

This clause applies only to the prime contract and does not need to be flowed down to subcontractors.

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This summary is for informational purposes only and reflects the BidStride Research Team's plain-English interpretation of the regulation. It is not legal advice and does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Always consult the official Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) text and qualified legal counsel for compliance decisions.