Catholic Music Director, Grand Forks AFB, ND
ID: FA465925QM005Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4659 319 CONS PKGRAND FORKS AFB, ND, 58205, USA

NAICS

Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers (711510)

PSC

SOCIAL- CHAPLAIN (G002)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/126d893e45e04ba1840ed526c43be86b/view
Timeline
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    Posted Apr 1, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 1, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 7, 2025, 8:30 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified vendors to provide non-personal services as a Catholic Music Director at Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota. The primary responsibilities include recruiting volunteer musicians and vocalists, conducting musical training, and leading worship services with a focus on contemporary Catholic praise and worship music. This opportunity is significant as it supports the spiritual needs of the 319th Reconnaissance Wing Chapel and is categorized under the NAICS code 711510 for Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package by April 7, 2025, at 1530 CST, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Jacob Goodwin or Contracting Officer Melissa Pearce via their provided email addresses.

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