Vistas Construction of Illinois, Inc.

Material Facts

• Vistas entered into a firm-fixed-price contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for levee enlargement work.
• Vistas submitted a request for equitable adjustment seeking more than $17 million, which was later certified as a claim.
• The contracting officer determined Vistas was entitled to about $1.15 million, leading to the appeals.
• The Board held a four-day hearing and reviewed extensive documentation from both parties.
• Vistas' proposal for additional compensation included costs for G&A, profit, and audit-related expenses.

Parties

Appellant

Vistas Construction of Illinois, Inc.

Respondent Agency

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Contract Number

W912P8-08-C-0036