Central Texas Express Metalwork LLC d/b/a Express Contracting

Material Facts

• On 18 August 2011, the United States Air Force awarded CTEM Contract No. FA3047-11-C-0023.
• Under the 0023 contract, CTEM was to repair and replace HVAC systems at Lackland Air Force Base for $2,457,237.
• CTEM entered into a subcontract with International Mechanical Services, Inc. (IMS) for materials, labor, and equipment.
• In 2013, IMS sued CTEM, and they entered into a settlement agreement resolving that case.
• In November 2013, the CO and CTEM agreed to reduce the scope of the contract, resulting in a credit to the Air Force and an equitable adjustment for CTEM.
• On 10 September 2014, CTEM submitted a request for equitable adjustment for $643,841.88 due to delays and changes.
• On 25 May 2016, the Air Force and CTEM negotiated the REA, resulting in a final payment of $395,727.99.
• On 2 June 2016, CTEM signed a release stating it would discharge the government from all claims under the contract.
• CTEM later attempted to invoice the government for a different amount, which was disapproved.
• The CO denied CTEM's claim on the grounds that CTEM released the claims.

Parties

Appellant

Central Texas Express Metalwork LLC d/b/a Express Contracting

Respondent Agency

United States Air Force

Contract Number

FA3047-11-C-0023