Hartchrom, Inc.
Hartchrom, Inc. appealed the denial of its claim for costs associated with the removal of hazardous waste under Contract No. W911PT-14-D-0001. The Board denied the appeal for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted.
Material Facts
- Hartchrom entered into Contract No. W911PT-14-D-0001 with the Army for chrome electroplating services.
- Hartchrom discharged a sodium hydroxide solution into the IWTP, which had a pH of 10.5.
- The government required Hartchrom to remove the nonconforming wastewater via a hazardous waste contractor.
- Hartchrom's costs for the waste removal totaled $92,130.84.
- The contracting officer denied Hartchrom's claim, stating that the two contracts were distinct and that the directions regarding waste removal came from the Partnership's management.
Parties
- Appellant
- Hartchrom, Inc.
- Respondent Agency
- Department of the Army
- Contract Number
- W911PT-14-D-0001
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