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Harry Pepper and Associates, Inc.

January 13, 2021Judge Thrasher
Partially SustainedContract Changes / Constructive Changes

Harry Pepper and Associates, Inc. appealed several claims against NASA regarding alleged cardinal changes in a construction contract. The Board granted NASA's motion for partial summary judgment, denying the cardinal change claim.

Material Facts

  • NASA awarded Contract No. NNS12AA84B to HPA on August 3, 2012.
  • HPA submitted multiple Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs) related to the contract.
  • HPA submitted certified claims on December 19 and 20, 2018, requesting various amounts.
  • NASA denied these claims, leading to the appeals docketed as ASBCA Nos. 62038, 62039, 62040, 62041, and 62042.

Parties

Appellant
Harry Pepper and Associates, Inc.
Respondent Agency
NASA
Contract Number
Contract No. NNS12AA84B
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