Charles Mullens
Charles Mullens appealed the no-fault termination of his concession contract and the denial of a damages claim for government bad faith. The Board dismissed one appeal for lack of jurisdiction and denied the request to dismiss the other appeal.
Material Facts
- The contract was awarded to Mullens to operate a recreational vehicle and marine maintenance shop concession at Fort Huachuca, Arizona.
- The initial term of the contract was from 1 February 2006 through 31 January 2007, with four successive 12-month option periods.
- The contracting officer did not exercise the third option period due to an administrative oversight.
- Mullens continued to operate his business for six months after the contract expired, paying the monthly concession fee.
- A billing altercation involving a customer led to the government initiating a no-fault termination of the contract.
- Mullens submitted a claim for relief alleging bad faith termination, which included requests for rescission of the termination and payment of outstanding invoices.
Parties
- Appellant
- Charles Mullens
- Respondent Agency
- Department of the Army
- Contract Number
- Contract No. NAFHA 1-06-T-0226
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