Paragon Defense Solutions, Inc.

Material Facts

• On November 1, 2022, DLA issued a purchase order to Paragon for 147 tube couplings for a total of $27,048.
• The purchase order included a requirement for export control of technical data, which Paragon's intended manufacturer did not meet.
• Paragon did not sign the purchase order, and only the DLA contracting officer signed it.
• On March 17, 2023, the contracting officer issued a modification cancelling the purchase order due to Paragon's use of an ineligible manufacturer.
• Paragon submitted a claim on May 30, 2025, stating that DLA knowingly accepted its use of the manufacturer.

Parties

Appellant

Paragon Defense Solutions, Inc.

Respondent Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

Contract Number

SPE7M2-23-P-0321