Sources Sought Religious Support Services
ID: RSS2025Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDING OFFICERFPO, AP, 96379-5002, USA

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Religious Organizations (813110)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCIPAC), is seeking qualified vendors to provide religious support services at Marine Corps Base Camp Butler in Okinawa, Japan. The procurement aims to deliver a range of religious services, including music direction, education coordination, and logistical support for various faith groups, ensuring the Free Exercise of Religion for servicemembers and their families. This contract is significant for maintaining spiritual well-being within the military community and is scheduled for a base performance period from March 15, 2025, to March 14, 2026, with four optional extension periods. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities and relevant information to Athens Pellegrino and Angela Dash via email by the specified deadlines, as this notice is for information gathering and not a solicitation for proposals.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the provision of religious support services for U.S. Marine Corps personnel and their families at Marine Corps Installations Pacific, specifically Camp Butler in Okinawa, Japan. The contract mandates the contractor to deliver a range of religious services including music direction, education coordination, and logistical support for various faith groups such as Catholic and Protestant congregations. The contract has a performance period starting March 15, 2025, for a base year with four additional option years. Key roles include Music Directors, who coordinate religious services' music; Keyboardists, who provide musical accompaniment; and Coordinators of Religious Education, who manage educational programs for youth and adults. Specific tasks include organizing services, leading rehearsals, and complying with local policies for logistical support. The document also specifies guidelines on federal holidays, typhoon conditions affecting services, and the responsibilities of the government in providing necessary equipment and facilities. This PWS illustrates the military’s commitment to uphold the Free Exercise of Religion while ensuring that services are professionally managed and accessible, aligning with government contracting standards and regulations.
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