Distributed Solutions, Inc.
Distributed Solutions, Inc. appealed a decision regarding contract interpretation and consideration related to the IBPS software. The Board granted the government's cross-motion for summary judgment on contract interpretation and denied the remaining motions.
Material Facts
- The contract was awarded to Judd's on 19 August 1999 for the completion of the IBPS.
- The contract included provisions for software development, installation, maintenance, help desk, training, and enhancements.
- Modification No. M0015 defined the intellectual property rights, granting AFNAFPO a continuous and non-exclusive right to use the IBPS.
- DSI became the successor in interest to the contract through a novation agreement on 30 September 2005.
- Modification No. M0022 stated that Modification No. M0015 shall remain in effect for the entire life of the contract.
Parties
- Appellant
- Distributed Solutions, Inc.
- Respondent Agency
- Air Force
- Contracting Agency
- Air Force Non-Appropriated Fund Purchasing Office
- Contract Number
- F41999-99-C-0027
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