59809

Relyant, LLC

April 22, 2019Judge Prouty
Sustained / Appellant PrevailedEAJA / Attorney FeesSmall Business

Relyant, LLC sought attorney's fees and costs under the Equal Access to Justice Act after prevailing in a contract dispute with the government. The Board granted the application but reduced the amount awarded.

Material Facts

  • Relyant, LLC sought attorney's fees and costs under the Equal Access to Justice Act.
  • The government contended that its defense was substantially justified.
  • The contract involved the provision of relocatable buildings to the United States Army in Afghanistan.
  • Relyant claimed changes to the specifications for wall insulation were agreed upon by the government.
  • The Board previously granted Relyant partial relief for its claims.
  • Relyant's net worth was less than $7 million and it had less than 500 employees at the time of the appeal.
  • The total claimed fees and expenses amounted to $103,994.08, which included $93,762.50 in attorney fees and $10,231.58 in expenses.

Parties

Appellant
Relyant, LLC
Respondent Agency
Department of the Army
Contract Number
W91B4N-08-D-001 l
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