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Heffler Contracting Group

February 13, 2024Judge Melnick
Denied / Government PrevailedTermination for DefaultCDA Jurisdiction

Heffler Contracting Group appealed a termination for default by the Department of the Navy, which the government sought to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction. The Board denied the government's motion to dismiss.

Material Facts

  • Heffler Contracting Group filed a notice of appeal on March 23, 2023.
  • The government terminated a task order for default on January 13, 2023.
  • The government argued that Heffler did not submit a time extension claim to the contracting officer.

Parties

Appellant
Heffler Contracting Group
Respondent Agency
Department of the Navy
Contract Number
N62473-19-D-2417
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