60861

Astro Systems, Inc.

February 15, 2017Judge McIlmail
Denied / Government PrevailedContract Interpretation

Astro Systems, Inc. appealed a decision regarding profit related to vehicle repairs under a lease contract with the government. The Board denied the appeal, concluding that the contract did not require payment for profit on repairs.

Material Facts

  • The government awarded a contract to Astro Systems, Inc. for the lease and maintenance of five pickup trucks.
  • Astro submitted a claim for $1,740 for damage to one vehicle while in the government's possession.
  • Astro revised the claim to request $1,658, including $216 in profit.
  • The contracting officer issued a final decision awarding $1,439.46 and denying the profit request.

Parties

Appellant
Astro Systems, Inc.
Respondent Agency
Department of the Army
Contract Number
W56PFY-16-P-0037
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