61787

Lessors of Abchakan Village, Logar Province, Afghanistan

October 6, 2021Judge Sweet
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The ASBCA addressed a motion for reconsideration regarding the validity of thumbprint signatures in a contract dispute involving the Lessors of Abchakan Village, Afghanistan. The Board clarified its previous ruling, allowing for the government to challenge the validity of these signatures.

Material Facts

  • The government moved to reconsider footnote 8 of the Board's previous decision.
  • The Board had previously held that thumbprints used by the Heirs constitute valid signatures.
  • The Board clarified that thumbprints may constitute valid signatures but did not intend to preclude challenges to their validity.

Parties

Appellant
Lessors of Abchakan Village, Logar Province, Afghanistan
Respondent Agency
U.S. Army Engineer District, Middle East
Contract Number
Contract No. DACA-AED-5-09-9650 et al.
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