Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company appealed the government's rejection of lots 11-14 of MK 154 Delay Detonators, claiming improper rejection due to venting issues. The Board sustained the appeal, finding the government failed to justify its rejection.
Material Facts
- EBA&D's contracts required the production of MK 154 Delay Detonators for the Navy.
- The government rejected lots 11-14 based on venting observed during testing.
- EBA&D contended that venting was a common occurrence and not a valid basis for rejection.
- The contracting officer stated that the venting observed in lots 11-14 was unprecedented and raised safety concerns.
Parties
- Appellant
- Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
- Respondent Agency
- Department of the Navy
- Contracting Agency
- Naval Surface Warfare Center
- Contract Number
- N00164-07-D-4259
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