Melville Energy Systems, Inc.
Melville Energy Systems, Inc. appealed a termination for default and denial of unpaid contract balance under Contract No. DACA61-87-C-0015. The Board dismissed the appeal due to lack of jurisdiction based on the election doctrine.
Material Facts
- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awarded Contract No. DACA61-87-C-0015 to MES for the replacement of boilers on McGuire Air Force Base.
- MES submitted a claim for $312,464.27 for an alleged unpaid balance and contract price adjustments.
- The contracting officer terminated the contract for default on October 17, 1989, due to failure to complete the work.
- The COFC ruled on the merits of the claims on June 30, 1995, disallowing recovery by either party.
Parties
- Appellant
- Melville Energy Systems, Inc.
- Respondent Agency
- U.S. Army Engineer District, Philadelphia
- Contract Number
- DACA61-87-C-0015
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