59978

Military Aircraft Parts

September 1, 2015Judge Clarke
Sustained / Appellant PrevailedContract InterpretationAccord & Satisfaction / Release / WaiverDCMA Involved

Military Aircraft Parts appealed the termination for default of its contract with the Defense Logistics Agency regarding aircraft ducts. The Board sustained the appeal, converting the termination to one for convenience.

Material Facts

  • Military Aircraft Parts was awarded Contract No. SPM4A7-l 1-M-T291 on 11 August 2011.
  • The contract required MAP to manufacture one first article and seven production welded aluminum air duct assemblies.
  • MAP submitted a first article on 31 May 2013 that was disapproved on 20 June 2013 due to discrepancies.
  • A second first article was submitted on 23 December 2013 and disapproved on 6 February 2014.
  • DLA terminated the contract for default on 9 February 2015.

Parties

Appellant
Military Aircraft Parts
Respondent Agency
Defense Logistics Agency
Contract Number
SPM4A7-l 1-M-T291
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