Western Engineers, Inc. v. State Ex Rel. Road Commission

CALLISTER, Justice:

Plaintiffs entered into a contract with the State of Utah, by and through its Road Commission, wherein they agreed to perform engineering services in connection with a proposed section of an interstate highway. Under the terms of the contract, plaintiffs were to complete their performance within nine months from the date of notice to proceed. The contract was not completed until approximately three and one-half years had elapsed. Plaintiffs contend that the delay was the fault of the State and that they are entitled to damages therefor. The trial court, basing its decision…