PHI Applied Physical Sciences, Inc.
PHI Applied Physical Sciences, Inc. appealed two decisions regarding cost overruns under a CPFF contract with the Army, claiming reimbursement for costs exceeding the contract ceiling. The Board partially sustained one appeal for a minor amount but denied the other.
Material Facts
- The contract was a CPFF contract awarded to PHI by the U.S. Army on 12 May 2005.
- The total estimated cost of the contract was $37,730 with zero fixed fee.
- PHI submitted multiple vouchers for reimbursement, including claims for cost overruns.
- The government contended that PHI failed to give notice of the alleged cost overruns in accordance with the contract's Limitation of Cost clause.
- The Board found that PHI incurred at least $1,546 in allowable unpaid costs.
Parties
- Appellant
- PHI Applied Physical Sciences, Inc.
- Respondent Agency
- Department of the Army
- Contract Number
- W31P4Q-05-C-R188
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