58366

Protecting the Homeland Innovations, LLC

August 26, 2013Judge Hartman
Partially SustainedContract InterpretationAccord & Satisfaction / Release / WaiverCDA Jurisdiction

Protecting the Homeland Innovations, LLC appealed a decision regarding Counts III and IV of its complaint against the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, which were dismissed for lack of jurisdiction. The Board partially sustained the appeal, allowing Count III to proceed.

Material Facts

  • WMATA issued Request for Proposal No. RFP-FQ-12187 to provide 'Terrorism Recognition Training' services.
  • PHI submitted a proposal in response to the RFP in the amount of $1,117,500 and was awarded Contract No. FQ-12187.
  • PHI commenced performance under the contract and was paid approximately $514,973 by WMATA.
  • WMATA's auditors reported that the total price to be paid to PHI should be $514,973, which was more than $600,000 less than PHI's proposal.
  • PHI filed a notice of appeal with the Board based on the lack of a contracting officer's decision on its claim.

Parties

Appellant
Protecting the Homeland Innovations, LLC
Respondent Agency
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Contract Number
FQ-12187
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