Maggie's Landscaping, Inc.
Maggie's Landscaping, Inc. sought attorneys' fees under the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA) following a dispute with the government regarding claims related to a grounds maintenance contract. The Board denied the application, finding the government's position was substantially justified.
Material Facts
- The government awarded the contract to Maggie's for grounds maintenance at Edgewood Area of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.
- Maggie's submitted six claims totaling $179,522 after completing performance.
- The contracting officer denied Maggie's claims for lack of evidence to support them.
- The Board sustained part of Maggie's claims regarding changed mowing height, new trees, and new fencing.
- Maggie's revised its claims multiple times, ultimately seeking $406,780 for changed mowing height.
Parties
- Appellant
- Maggie's Landscaping, Inc.
- Respondent Agency
- Department of the Army
- Contract Number
- DAAD05-92-D-7022
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