61068

Trade West Construction, Inc.

October 8, 2020Judge Stinson
OtherOther

Trade West Construction, Inc. appealed the denial of its claim for additional costs incurred due to the government's rejection of armor stone. The Board denied both parties' cross-motions for summary judgment.

Material Facts

  • Trade West was awarded Contract No. W912PM-15-C-0024 for South Jetty repairs in the amount of $3,294,362.00.
  • The contract required placement of armor stone weighing 14 to 22 tons on an existing jetty.
  • The government rejected the armor stone from Salisbury Quarry proposed by Trade West, stating it did not meet specifications.
  • Trade West incurred additional costs to shape the stone to meet the government's requirements.
  • The contracting officer issued a final decision denying Trade West's claim for additional costs.

Parties

Appellant
Trade West Construction, Inc.
Respondent Agency
U.S. Army Engineer District, Mobile
Contract Number
W912PM-15-C-0024
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