Business Details
43 Years
experience
Expert Government Contract Claims & Dispute Resolution Services
Since 1983, Excell Consulting has established itself as a leader in government contract consulting, specializing in dispute resolution, claims analysis, and contract management. Founded by John Balch, a Certified Professional Contract Manager with over 40 years of experience, our team combines deep industry expertise with innovative methodologies to help clients recover entitlements and navigate complex contractual challenges. Our services span negotiation of Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA), termination for convenience/default strategies, value engineering change proposals, and litigation support, serving both government and commercial contracting sectors domestically and internationally. Led by a team of certified professionalsincluding registered engineers, attorneys, and contract specialistswe provide tailored solutions grounded in decades of hands-on experience managing high-stakes disputes.Our proactive philosophy emphasizes dispute avoidance and early intervention, supported by a graphics-oriented approach that clarifies complex issues for effective resolution. With a proven track record in multi-million-dollar cases, such as a $100M recovery for a client through mini-trial negotiation, we prioritize client success through transparency, technical rigor, and strategic advocacy. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in long-standing client relationships and partnerships with industry leaders like Bechtel, Fluor, and AECOM, ensuring clients receive actionable insights and measurable results backed by unmatched domain authority.
Services
Contract Administration
Claims Consulting
REA Preparation
Termination Defense
Value Engineering Proposals
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in contract disputes and claim avoidance consulting.
- Our team includes Certified Professional Contract Managers and registered engineers with federal contracting expertise.
- We provide graphics-driven dispute resolution strategies for complex government contract issues.
- Our experts have recovered over $100M in client settlements through tailored negotiation approaches.
- We deliver customized solutions for REA preparation, termination strategies, and value engineering proposals.
What people say
Successfully recovered $4.5M in disputed claims
Expertise in federal contracting regulations
Proven track record in complex disputes
Dedicated team with deep industry knowledge
Services
Claims and Disputes Consulting
Excell Consulting specializes in resolving contract disputes through expert analysis and negotiation. We prepare and litigate claims for government contractors, including Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA), termination protests, and breach of contract disputes. Our team leverages decades of experience to identify entitlements, quantify damages, and present compelling cases for recovery.
Request for Equitable Adjustment (REA)
Our REA expertise includes identifying defective specifications, contract delays, and constructive changes to recover costs. We create detailed timelines and graphical evidence to support claims, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Clients benefit from our proven success in negotiating settlements for complex construction disputes.
Termination for Convenience Support
We guide contractors through termination for convenience scenarios under FAR clauses. Our services include cost allocation analysis, proposal preparation, and negotiation strategies to maximize allowable recoveries. We ensure compliance with federal guidelines while protecting clients' rights to equitable compensation.
Value Engineering Change Proposals
Excell Consulting helps contractors submit cost-saving Value Engineering Change Proposals to federal agencies. We analyze technical feasibility, prepare persuasive documentation, and maximize clients' share of savings. Our expertise ensures proposals meet government requirements while delivering measurable financial benefits.
Litigation and Arbitration Support
We provide expert testimony, document analysis, and case strategy for contract litigation. Our team specializes in dispute visualization, damages quantification, and courtroom-ready presentations. With experience in domestic and international arbitrations, we protect clients' interests in high-stakes legal proceedings.
People
John Balch
CEO & Founder
John Balch founded Excell Consulting after a 40-year career in contract management, including roles with the USAF and international construction firms. He specializes in federal contract disputes and risk management.
Taylor Benson
General Counsel
Taylor Benson advises government contractors on bid protests, claims litigation, and compliance. She has extensive experience in cost recovery and regulatory frameworks for public sector contracts.
Robert Meehan
Registered Professional Engineer
Bob Meehan brings 30+ years of federal engineering contract experience. He specializes in contract administration and dispute resolution for defense and infrastructure projects.
Questions
What government contract services do you offer?
We specialize in REA preparation, termination disputes, value engineering proposals, and litigation support under federal contracts.
How do you help with REA disputes?
We analyze defective specifications, delay impacts, and contract breaches to build defensible REA claims maximizing client recoveries.
Can you represent international contractors?
Yes, we've supported global clients including a Turkey/US joint venture in Middle East project terminations and cost allocations.
Do you handle construction contract claims?
Yes, we've resolved $5.1M in claims for USACE aircraft hangar projects involving critical path delays and maladministration.
What payment terms are available?
We work on standard consulting fee arrangements but don't offer financing for our services.
