61505

Interaction Research Institute, Inc.

May 5, 2021Judge Woodrow
Denied / Government PrevailedContract Formation / Existence

Interaction Research Institute, Inc. appealed regarding three unpaid invoices for training services provided to the U.S. Marines. The Board denied the government's motion for summary judgment, allowing the appeal to proceed.

Material Facts

  • IRI provided training services to the I Marine Expeditionary Force Training and Experimentation Group during April, May, and August 2009.
  • The government argued that there was no documentation of an express contract or approval by the government.
  • The government had previously paid for seven training events via government credit card.
  • Major Bain requested quotes for training, and invoices were sent shortly thereafter.
  • The government could not locate SF-182 documentation for the disputed invoices.

Parties

Appellant
Interaction Research Institute, Inc.
Respondent Agency
U.S. Marines
Contract Number
000000-00-0-0000
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