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GSI & Whitesell-Green, JV

January 30, 2020Judge O'Connell
Denied / Government PrevailedQuantum / DamagesEAJA / Attorney Fees

GSI & Whitesell-Green, JV appealed a decision regarding entitlement to costs related to the preparation of a claim under Contract No. FA3022-15-C-0001. The Board denied the appeal, ruling that the costs were not recoverable under the Equal Access to Justice Act.

Material Facts

  • The Board issued its decision in ASBCA No. 61816 on March 20, 2019.
  • The Air Force reported that the contracting officer had issued a modification in the amount of $9,828 plus interest under the Contract Disputes Act.
  • The appellant acknowledged the modification but sought additional expenses for preparation and execution of the claim.
  • Appellant filed a statement of costs on November 11, 2019, claiming $7,137 for 115.25 hours of administrative time.
  • The appellant did not identify the employees who performed the work but noted that Josh Owens and Nathan Green were involved.

Parties

Appellant
GSI & Whitesell-Green, JV
Respondent Agency
Air Force
Contract Number
FA3022-15-C-0001
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