57097

Joiner Systems, Inc.

June 13, 2011Judge Freeman
Partially SustainedAccord & Satisfaction / Release / WaiverContract InterpretationCommercial Item

Joiner Systems, Inc. appealed the denial of its claim for additional compensation under a firm fixed-price contract. The Board granted in part and denied in part the government's motions to dismiss and strike various allegations.

Material Facts

  • The government awarded Contract No. N00406-07-P-6441 to Joiner on 18 July 2007 for remodeling a wardroom on the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln.
  • The contract was a firm fixed-price supply contract in the amount of $93,152.
  • Joiner submitted a certified claim under the CDA on 25 April 2008 for additional compensation due to alleged defective specifications and changes required by the Navy.
  • The contracting officer denied Joiner's claim entirely on 4 November 2009, stating that the original contract price had been paid and the remainder of the claim was without merit.
  • Joiner filed an appeal with the Board on 28 January 2010.

Parties

Appellant
Joiner Systems, Inc.
Respondent Agency
Navy
Contract Number
N00406-07-P-6441
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