1.
Send a letter to the contracting officer which claims
relief in simple, concise terms.
2.
In the letter say, it is a claim under the
Contract Disputes Act of 1978 and FAR Parts 2.101 and 33.201 through 214.
3.
In the letter, state that you request a final decision
of the contracting officer as required by the Contract Disputes Act of 1978 and
FAR 33.211.
4.
Certify the claim (if it exceeds $100,000.00) as
follows: I certify that the claim is
made in good faith, that the supporting data are accurate and complete to the
best of my knowledge and belief; that the amount requested accurately reflects
the contract adjustment for which the contractor believes the government is
liable; and that I am duly authorized to certify the claim on behalf of the
contractor. Do not deviate from this
language found in FAR 33.207(c).
5.
Be sure to state a sum certain as the claim amount.
6.
Point out that interest runs on the claim from the time
of its receipt. FAR 33.208.
7.
Be sure to request a final decision as required by FAR
33.211.
8.
Appeal the decision (or the failure to render one) to
the appropriate Board.
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