5800058002

James G. Davis Construction Corporation

November 19, 2014Judge Thrasher
Denied / Government PrevailedContract Interpretation

James G. Davis Construction Corporation appealed two decisions regarding insulation requirements under a contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Board denied both appeals, affirming the government's interpretation of the contract specifications.

Material Facts

  • The contract was awarded to Davis for constructing a building at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.
  • Davis's subcontractor, HMI Insulation, LLC, sought costs for insulating segments of the HVAC system.
  • The contract specifications required insulation for ductwork labeled as outside air and exhaust air.
  • Davis interpreted the specifications differently, believing certain ductwork did not require insulation.

Parties

Appellant
James G. Davis Construction Corporation
Respondent Agency
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Contract Number
W912BU-09-C-0018
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