VA awards $363K contract to Bluewater Management Group for administrative modification to CLIN structure
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $363,370 ($363.4K)
Contractor: Bluewater Management Group LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
Start Date: 2025-03-30
End Date: 2025-09-30
Contract Duration: 184 days
Daily Burn Rate: $2.0K/day
Competition Type: COMPETED UNDER SAP
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: ADMINISTRATIVE MODIFICATION TO CORRECT THE CLIN STRUCTURE
Place of Performance
Location: SALT LAKE CITY, SALT LAKE County, UTAH, 84148
State: Utah Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Veterans Affairs obligated $363,370 to BLUEWATER MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC for work described as: ADMINISTRATIVE MODIFICATION TO CORRECT THE CLIN STRUCTURE Key points: 1. Contract value is $363,370. 2. Awarded to Bluewater Management Group LLC. 3. Modification to existing CLIN structure. 4. Sector is Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract is an administrative modification, making direct value assessment difficult. The stated purpose is to correct the CLIN structure, implying a need for correction rather than new service acquisition. Pricing is likely tied to existing contract rates.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The competition method is listed as 'COMPETED UNDER SAP' (Simplified Acquisition Procedures), suggesting it was competed among a limited pool of vendors. The specific details of the competition and how price was discovered are not provided.
Taxpayer Impact: The taxpayer impact is minimal as this appears to be a correction to an existing contract rather than new spending.
Public Impact
Modification ensures accurate contract structure for VA services. Potential for improved administrative efficiency for the VA. Impact on service delivery is unclear without more context on the CLIN structure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of clarity on the specific administrative modification.
- Potential for scope creep if the correction is extensive.
Positive Signals
- Ensures contract compliance and accuracy.
- Awarded to a single vendor, potentially simplifying administration.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under the Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels sector (NAICS 721110). Spending in this sector for government contracts can vary widely depending on the agency's needs for lodging and related services.
Small Business Impact
The award was not specifically set aside for small businesses, and it is unclear if Bluewater Management Group LLC is a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would focus on ensuring the administrative modification correctly addresses the CLIN structure issues and does not lead to unintended cost increases or scope changes.
Related Government Programs
- Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels
- Department of Veterans Affairs Contracting
- Department of Veterans Affairs Programs
Risk Flags
- Administrative modification lacks specific detail.
- Competition method unclear regarding full and open competition.
- Potential for scope creep if correction is extensive.
- Small business participation not specified.
Tags
hotels-except-casino-hotels-and-motels, department-of-veterans-affairs, ut, bpa-call, 100k-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $363,370 to BLUEWATER MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC. ADMINISTRATIVE MODIFICATION TO CORRECT THE CLIN STRUCTURE
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BLUEWATER MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Veterans Affairs (Department of Veterans Affairs).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $363,370.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-03-30. End: 2025-09-30.
What specific issues in the CLIN structure necessitated this administrative modification, and what is the expected impact on contract performance?
The provided data does not detail the specific issues within the CLIN structure. This modification is administrative, suggesting it's a correction to ensure proper billing, tracking, or management of services. The impact on performance is likely neutral to positive if it resolves an existing administrative inefficiency, but the exact benefit depends on the nature of the original problem.
Given the administrative nature, what is the risk of this modification leading to increased costs or scope creep beyond the intended correction?
The risk of increased costs or scope creep is generally low for administrative modifications if properly managed. However, if the 'correction' involves significant redefinition of services or deliverables, it could expand the contract's scope. Robust oversight by the VA contracting officer is crucial to prevent any deviation from the intended administrative purpose.
How does this modification contribute to the overall effectiveness of the VA's procurement and contract management processes in the hospitality sector?
By correcting the CLIN structure, this modification aims to improve the administrative effectiveness of the contract. Accurate CLINs are essential for proper financial tracking, performance monitoring, and compliance. If the original structure was flawed, this correction enhances the VA's ability to manage this specific contract efficiently and potentially serves as a lesson for future contract setups.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Accommodation and Food Services › Traveler Accommodation › Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels
Product/Service Code: TRANSPORT, TRAVEL, RELOCATION › TRAVEL, LODGING, RECRUITMENT SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETED UNDER SAP
Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 9642 28TH BAY ST, NORFOLK, VA, 23518
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $363,370
Exercised Options: $363,370
Current Obligation: $363,370
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 36C25920A0018
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-03-30
Current End Date: 2025-09-30
Potential End Date: 2025-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-07
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