56482

UniTech Services Group, Inc.

May 22, 2012Judge Thomas
Denied / Government PrevailedContract InterpretationAccord & Satisfaction / Release / Waiver

UniTech Services Group, Inc. appealed for recovery of costs related to the decommissioning of its nuclear laundry facility, claiming breach of contract. The Board denied the appeal, concluding that UniTech failed to establish a contractual basis for recovery.

Material Facts

  • UniTech provided laundry services for the Shipyard under a series of express contracts for over 30 years.
  • The last contract with the Navy, Contract No. N00604-03-P-A549, expired on 31 March 2006.
  • The Shipyard decided to switch from laundered anti-C's to disposable garments, leading to the closure of UniTech's facility.
  • UniTech incurred costs related to the decommissioning of its facility and sought recovery for these costs.
  • The Board found that UniTech's claims were based on an implied-in-fact contract that was not established.

Parties

Appellant
UniTech Services Group, Inc.
Respondent Agency
Navy
Contract Number
N00604-03-P-A549
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