WSMR Clergy Catholic Priest

The document is a Vendor Question and Answer Response for Request for Quote W911SG-26-Q-A013, concerning the provision of a Catholic Priest at WSMR. Dated January 26, 2026, and prepared by the 919th CSB/MICC Contracting Office, it addresses five vendor questions. The government consistently directs vendors to the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for details regarding contract options, subcontracting clauses, period of performance (specifically section 1.5), the priest's schedule (PWS Part Five for task requirements and Part Seven for technical exhibits, including workload data), and security clearance requirements (PWS sections 1.6.7 and 1.6.7.2). This indicates that the PWS is the primary reference document for all aspects of this contract.

The document is a federal government solicitation (W911SG26QA013) for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide Chaplain Services, specifically a full-time Catholic Priest, at White Sands Missile Range. The solicitation details contract terms and conditions, including FAR and DFARS clauses, and outlines a firm-fixed-price arrangement for a base year and four option years, running from February 2026 to January 2031. Key aspects include electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), various small business program representations (including for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses), and clauses on labor standards, equal opportunity, and combating human trafficking. The total award amount is set at USD 13,000,000.00. The solicitation also emphasizes compliance with numerous federal regulations and ethical standards.

The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personal services contract for a Catholic Priest at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), with occasional support to Fort Bliss and Holloman Air Force Base. The contractor will provide Catholic religious services, sacraments, and counseling, acting as a subject matter expert in accordance with Roman Catholic Church guidelines and Army regulations. The contract emphasizes non-personal services, meaning the contractor is not a government employee and maintains independence in performing duties. The period of performance includes a base year and four option years, from February 2026 to January 2031, with a potential six-month extension. Key requirements include specific certifications for the priest, adherence to quality control, and various security and background checks, especially for those with recurring contact with children. The government will provide facilities and equipment, while the contractor is responsible for all other necessary resources.

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