Opinion ID: 3066507
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 3

Heading: conclusion

Text: In sum, we agree with the Board that Smoot’s claim was not barred by accord and satisfaction. However, we hold that the McMullan presumption is contrary to the CDA and is no longer good law. Since the decision of the Board rested upon the presumption, it is vacated. We remand the case to the Board for a determination of the merits of Smoot’s claim, but without the benefit of any presumption arising from the decision of the contracting officer extending the completion date of Smoot’s contract. COSTS Each party shall bear its own costs. VACATED and REMANDED (Cont’d. . . .) causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of both the Contractor and the subcontractors or suppliers . . . . 48 C.F.R. § 52.249-10(b)(1) (2003). 03-1461 24