Buckley SFB- Catholic Religious Education Coordinator
ID: FA2543BL0001Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2543 460 CONSBUCKLEY AFB, CO, 80011-9572, USA

NAICS

Religious Organizations (813110)

PSC

SOCIAL- CHAPLAIN (G002)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a contractor to provide services as a Catholic Religious Education Coordinator at Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, Colorado. The contractor will be responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating the Catholic Religious Education program for both children and adults, which includes activities such as retreats and preparation for sacraments, while also overseeing the religious education for single service members residing in the dorms. This opportunity is crucial for supporting the spiritual needs of the Catholic community on the base and ensuring compliance with Air Force directives. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements, past performance documentation, and small business classifications to Brandon Lewis at brandon.lewis.56@spaceforce.mil or TSgt Nathaniel Kibler at nathaniel.kibler@spaceforce.mil by the specified deadline, as this is a total small business set-aside opportunity.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a Catholic Religious Education Coordinator position at Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado. The contractor will provide approximately 25 hours of weekly religious education for the Catholic community, including children, adults, and single service members. Key responsibilities include planning and coordinating educational programs, overseeing liturgical events, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with Air Force directives. Candidates must hold relevant ordination or certification, possess at least five years of related experience, and demonstrate proficiency in the Catholic faith. The contract spans one year with four renewable options, subject to extension by the government. The document emphasizes professionalism and the ability to work within a pluralistic community, detailing specific duties, background checks, and performance expectations. The contract is managed through the Wide Area Workflow system for invoicing, with all necessary guidance provided by Air Force regulatory frameworks.
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