61154

Catherine Kurkjian

April 23, 2020Judge Prouty
Denied / Government PrevailedOther

Catherine Kurkjian appealed the government's decision not to exercise options on her contract, alleging wrongful termination and retaliation for whistleblowing. The Board denied her appeal.

Material Facts

  • Mrs. Kurkjian was a technical writer for the Army’s Natick Laboratories under a contract awarded on February 28, 2012.
  • The contract included a base year and three option years, with a total value of $149,110.
  • The government concluded her performance about a month early due to concerns about her behavior and interpersonal relationships.
  • Mrs. Kurkjian alleged that her contract was not extended due to retaliation for whistleblowing activities.

Parties

Appellant
Catherine Kurkjian
Respondent Agency
Department of the Army
Contract Number
W911QY-12-P-0194
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