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Lulus Ostrich Ranch

February 6, 2019Judge McIlmail
Denied / Government PrevailedMistake / ReformationTermination for Default

Lulus Ostrich Ranch appealed multiple decisions regarding contract performance and termination for default related to the removal of scrap from government locations in Afghanistan. The Board denied all appeals, affirming the government's position.

Material Facts

  • In January 2014, Lulus Ostrich Ranch contracted to buy and remove scrap from government locations in Afghanistan.
  • The contract was awarded after Lulus protested the government's initial decision not to award it.
  • The contract included a provision stating there would be no changes to the bid price after award.
  • Lulus later claimed it made a bid mistake but proceeded to remove scrap without payment.
  • The government terminated the contract for default due to Lulus's non-payment of $1,303,218.

Parties

Appellant
Lulus Ostrich Ranch
Contract Number
48695391, 48695490, 48695290, 48695390
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