When used in this chapter, the following terms and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed:
Claim - a written demand or written assertion by the District or a contractor seeking, as a matter of right, the payment of money in a sum certain, the adjustment or interpretation of contract terms, or other relief arising under or relating to the contract.
Person- any business entity, individual, union, committee, club, or other organization or group of individuals.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 27, r. 27-3899