55865

Precision Standard, Inc.

January 20, 2011Judge Page
DismissedAccord & Satisfaction / Release / WaiverCDA JurisdictionDCAA InvolvedDCMA Involved

Precision Standard, Inc. appealed a deemed denial of its Claim for Equitable Adjustment regarding the rejection of its first article for C-5 Galaxy aircraft cowl doors. The Board dismissed the appeal for lack of jurisdiction due to the claim not being stated in a sum certain.

Material Facts

  • The Defense Supply Center Richmond issued Solicitation No. SPO470-99-R-0043 that culminated in Contract No. SPO470-00-C-5470.
  • The contract was for the manufacture and delivery of C-5 Galaxy aircraft cowl doors.
  • PSI's first article was rejected by the government due to imperfections.
  • PSI submitted its Claim for Equitable Adjustment on 15 December 2005, seeking compensation and other forms of relief.
  • The Board raised the issue of whether the claim was stated in a sum certain.
  • The Board found that the claim's language did not meet the requirement for a sum certain.

Parties

Appellant
Precision Standard, Inc.
Respondent Agency
Department of Defense
Contracting Agency
Defense Supply Center Richmond
Contract Number
SPO470-00-C-5470
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