ContractSources SoughtWomen-Owned Small Business

Chaplain Retreat Services

DEPT OF DEFENSE FA480026QA065
Response Deadline
May 19, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Women-Owned Small Business
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The 633d Contracting Squadron at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, under the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a sources sought market research effort for chaplain retreat services from certified women-owned small businesses. The work covers planning, coordination, and delivery of weekend retreats for Marriage, Family, EFMP Family, Single Airmen, and Single Parent Family groups, including instructors, curriculum, lodging, meals, childcare, and event venues. The contractor must support up to 122 participants for up to two nights, use retreat locations within 60 to 225 miles of participants, provide at least three-star lodging and AV-equipped meeting space, and meet staffing, background check, CPR/First Aid, dietary, and licensed childcare requirements. This notice is for market research only and is not a solicitation or request for quote, and interested businesses should respond with capability information to the listed Air Force contacts.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
561599
All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services
PSC Code
V231
TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: LODGING, HOTEL/MOTEL

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
PWS - Chapel Retreat.pdf
PDF169 KBMay 18, 2026
AI Summary
The Joint Base-Langley Eustis Chaplain Corps requires a contractor to provide comprehensive support for various weekend retreats, including Marriage, Family, Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Family, Single Airmen, and Single Parent Family Retreats. The contractor must manage all aspects, including instructors, curriculum, lodging, meals, childcare, and event venues, accommodating up to 122 participants (120 attendees and 2 Chaplain Corps personnel) for up to two nights. Retreats should be within 60-225 miles of participants, focusing on military-specific stresses and enhancing communication and conflict resolution skills. Lodging facilities must be a minimum of a three-star rating, provide family-friendly rooms with specific amenities, and offer recreational activities. Event facilities require general and breakout session rooms with AV equipment, internet, and beverage stations. The contractor is responsible for providing five meals per participant, adhering to specific dietary requirements, and offering childcare by licensed and approved providers, with specialized care for EFMP children. All staff must have current background checks and CPR/First Aid certification. The contractor must also provide annual familiarization for Chaplain Corps members, instructor biographies, accommodate roster changes, submit participant surveys, and ensure a contract manager and alternate are available to oversee operations and safety compliance.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 18, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 19, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 3, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA4800 633 CONS PKP

Point of Contact

Name
Shaina Herron

Place of Performance

Hampton, Virginia, UNITED STATES

Official Sources