Ross Engineering Co. v. United States

Upon the facts set forth in the findings, we are of opinion that the defendant unreasonably delayed giving plaintiff notice to proceed after the contract had been executed and the performance bond furnished, and that plaintiff is entitled to recover its reasonable and necessary expenses incurred, in the amount of $3,421.73, on account of such delay. The evidence shows beyond question, and we have found as a fact (1) that twelve days was a reasonable length of time under art. 1 of the contract for the defendant to give notice to proceed and (2) that if the defendant had given plaintiff notice…