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Classic Site Solutions, Inc.

June 26, 2014Judge Clarke
Partially SustainedContract InterpretationAccord & Satisfaction / Release / Waiver

Classic Site Solutions, Inc. appealed a decision regarding the interpretation of contract specifications for a construction project at Aberdeen Proving Ground, resulting in partial summary judgment for the government.

Material Facts

  • Contract No. W912DR-11-C-0022 was awarded to CSSI on 31 May 2011.
  • The contract required CSSI to construct an automotive vehicle test and evaluation facility at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.
  • The project construction specifications included section 32 12 16, Hot-Mix Asphalt (HMA) for Roads.
  • CSSI submitted its mix design for approval on 16 January 2012, which was disapproved.
  • CSSI objected to the government's disapproval on 20 February 2012.
  • CSSI submitted two separate requests for mix design approval on 4 April 2012, one of which was approved.
  • CSSI's counsel submitted a 'Written Notice of Change' for 'upwards of $500,000' on 10 May 2012.
  • CSSI submitted a certified claim for $846,236.60 on 8 June 2012.
  • CSSI filed a notice of appeal from the final decision on 26 February 2013.

Parties

Appellant
Classic Site Solutions, Inc.
Respondent Agency
U.S. Army Engineer District, Baltimore
Contract Number
W912DR-11-C-0022
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