58342

Development & Evolution Construction Company

November 6, 2013Judge Melnick
DismissedCDA JurisdictionAccord & Satisfaction / Release / Waiver

Development & Evolution Construction Company appealed a government decision regarding a termination for convenience, which the government moved to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction. The Board dismissed the appeal.

Material Facts

  • DECC had a contract with the government that was terminated for convenience.
  • The first termination settlement proposal exceeded the CDA certification threshold of $100,000.
  • The second proposal was submitted during negotiations and was under the threshold.
  • The government issued a unilateral determination that was appealed to the Board.
  • DECC's complaint seeks over $100,000.

Parties

Appellant
Development & Evolution Construction Company
Respondent Agency
Department of the Army
Contract Number
Contract No. W5KA4N-11-C-0128
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