Metal Trades, Inc.
Metal Trades, Inc. appealed a decision regarding an unauthorized commitment ratified by the Navy, seeking additional payment for freight costs. The Board sustained the appeal in part, awarding a reduced amount.
Material Facts
- Metal Trades, Inc. submitted a quote for the INLS Training Module totaling $280,627.31.
- The Navy signed a requisition for the module on September 13, 2019, but the signing officer lacked contracting authority.
- The Navy ratified the unauthorized commitment at a lower price of $255,927.31, excluding a $24,700 markup on freight.
- The Board found that the Navy's use of cost analysis was inappropriate for a fixed-price contract.
Parties
- Appellant
- Metal Trades, Inc.
- Respondent Agency
- Navy
- Contracting Agency
- GSA
- Contract Number
- N39430-21-C-2201
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