Melwood Horticultural Training Center, Inc.
Melwood Horticultural Training Center, Inc. appealed a decision regarding its claim for additional funds under a contract with the Army, which the Board dismissed for lack of jurisdiction.
Material Facts
- The Army awarded Contract No. W911S0-11-F-0040 to Melwood for facility maintenance services on July 1, 2011.
- Melwood's claim included requests for reimbursement of $114,000 for retention bonuses and $130,985 for subcontractor payments, plus lost profits stated as 'TBD'.
- The contracting officer responded to Melwood's claim on June 13, 2016, requesting more information but did not issue a final decision.
- Melwood filed a notice of appeal on June 16, 2016, claiming the contracting officer's inaction constituted a denial of its claim.
Parties
- Appellant
- Melwood Horticultural Training Center, Inc.
- Respondent Agency
- Department of the Army
- Contract Number
- Contract No. W911S0-11-F-0040
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