61479

John's Tile and Carpet Service

April 8, 2020Judge Shackleford
Denied / Government PrevailedDefective SpecificationsTermination for DefaultSmall BusinessCommercial Item

John's Tile and Carpet Service appealed a termination for cause of their contract for carpet installation at Naval Station Norfolk. The Board denied the appeal, finding the termination justified due to defective work.

Material Facts

  • The contract was awarded to John's Tile and Carpet Service for carpet replacement and installation at a firm fixed-price of $31,680.
  • The Statement of Work required trained installers to perform the work and mandated a site visit prior to quoting.
  • Numerous deficiencies were noted during inspections, including improperly installed carpet and failure to remove old glue.
  • A cure notice was issued to the contractor, but the deficiencies were not adequately addressed.
  • The contracting officer issued a final decision terminating the contract for cause on December 6, 2017.

Parties

Appellant
John's Tile and Carpet Service
Respondent Agency
Navy
Contract Number
N00189-17-P-1148
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