Religious Support Services
ID: W9124C25QA006Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT JACKSONCOLUMBIA, SC, 29207-5490, USA

NAICS

Religious Organizations (813110)

PSC

SOCIAL- CHAPLAIN (G002)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified contractors to provide religious support services at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. The procurement aims to deliver non-personal religious services, including roles for a Catholic Religious Education Coordinator, Rabbi, and Imam, to support the spiritual needs of Soldiers, Civilians, and their families at the installation. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the Army's commitment to the diverse religious practices of its personnel, ensuring a resilient force through essential religious services such as Mass and sacramental rites. Interested parties must respond with their qualifications by March 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. EST, and can contact Keishawna Jenkins or Faye Jackson for further information.

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    The Installation Management Command (IMCOM) oversees the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for providing OMNI Religious Support at Fort Jackson, SC. The contractor is responsible for delivering non-personal religious support services, which include roles for a Catholic Religious Education Coordinator, Jewish Rabbi, and Imam. The aim is to provide essential religious services such as Mass, sacramental rites, and religious education for Army personnel and their families, supporting the Army's mission of maintaining a resilient force. The contract spans a base year with four option years, starting from November 2026, with specific operational hours at designated chapels. Key requirements involve maintaining a qualified workforce to ensure uninterrupted service, adhering to quality control standards, conducting background checks for personnel, and managing subcontractors effectively. The contractor must establish a Quality Control Plan and provide various deliverables, including attendance reports and service plans, to the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Performance will be assessed according to Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs), where meeting specific standards is mandatory, particularly for religious services. This document outlines the framework necessary for delivering spiritual support, reinforcing the Army's commitment to the needs of its personnel and their diverse religious practices.
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