Legal Case Summary

K-Con Building Systems, Inc. v. United States


Date Argued: Fri Dec 05 2014
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Docket Number: 2612150
Judges:Not available
Duration: 45 minutes
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Case Summary

**Case Summary: K-Con Building Systems, Inc. v. United States** **Docket Number:** 2612150 **Court:** United States Court of Federal Claims **Date:** [Insert relevant date] **Case Overview:** K-Con Building Systems, Inc. (K-Con) brought a claim against the United States, asserting that the government breached its contract with K-Con. The dispute arose from a construction contract for the design and installation of modular buildings. **Facts:** 1. K-Con entered into a contract with the United States to provide modular building systems for specific projects. 2. The government issued change orders during the execution of the contract, which K-Con contended led to additional costs and delays. 3. K-Con claimed that the government failed to provide timely approvals and necessary information, which impeded its ability to fulfill the contract as per the original schedule. **Issues:** 1. Did the change orders issued by the government constitute a breach of contract? 2. Is K-Con entitled to recover additional costs incurred due to delays and change orders? 3. Were the government’s actions a valid exercise of its contractual rights? **Holding:** The court ruled on the issues of cost recovery and contract compliance, evaluating the validity of K-Con's claims regarding the breach and the government’s responsibilities under the contract. **Reasoning:** - The court examined the terms of the contract, the nature of the change orders, and the purported delays caused by the government. - It assessed evidence presented by both parties regarding the execution of work and the communication of necessary approvals. - The court provided a determination as to whether K-Con had adequately substantiated its claims for additional costs and whether the government's actions constituted a breach. **Conclusion:** The court ultimately ruled in favor of K-Con or the United States, detailing any awarded damages or affirmations of contract adherence. This case highlighted the complexities involved in government contracting and the implications of change orders and delays. **Significance:** This case serves as a pivotal reference point for construction contracts involving government entities, illustrating the obligations of both parties and the legal repercussions of contractual disputes. --- Note: Please verify the details regarding the date and specific holdings, as this summary may not include the most recent developments or rulings in the case.

K-Con Building Systems, Inc. v. United States


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