58129

Tele-Consultants, Inc.

February 3, 2015Judge Melnick
Denied / Government PrevailedContract InterpretationAccord & Satisfaction / Release / Waiver

Tele-Consultants, Inc. appealed the denial of its claim for payment from the Navy, asserting that it was entitled to compensation for services rendered as a subcontractor. The Board denied the claim, granting the government's motion for summary judgment.

Material Facts

  • TCI was a subcontractor to ASFT, which provided services to the Navy.
  • The Navy terminated ASFT for default before paying TCI $282,302 in alleged charges.
  • TCI submitted a certified claim to the Navy seeking reimbursement for its services.
  • The contracting officer denied TCI's claim, citing lack of privity.
  • TCI argued that the Navy benefited from its services and should issue an equitable adjustment.

Parties

Appellant
Tele-Consultants, Inc.
Respondent Agency
United States Navy
Contract Number
000000-00-0-0000
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