ContractSolicitation

Catholic Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE)

DEPT OF DEFENSE M673995Q00220001
Response Deadline
Sep 8, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is seeking a qualified contractor to serve as the Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) at the Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command (MAGTFTC) located in Twentynine Palms, California. The CRE will assist the Director of the Religious Ministries Directorate and assigned priests in coordinating Catholic programs, religious education, and various events and activities, including managing liturgical ministries and overseeing religious education programs such as First Penance and Confirmation. This role is crucial for supporting the spiritual needs of military personnel and their families, requiring services outside regular work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Interested parties should contact Kori Gearhart at kori.gearhart@usmc.mil or 760-830-3415 for further details, as the contract includes a 12-month base period with an option for an additional 12 months, and specific qualifications and deliverables are outlined in the solicitation documents.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
813110
Religious Organizations
PSC Code
G002
SOCIAL- CHAPLAIN

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Solicitation 2.pdf
PDF1245 KB9/3/2025
AI Summary
This government Request for Proposal (RFP) M6739925Q0022 outlines the requirement for a Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) for the Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command (MAGTFTC)/Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC), Twentynine Palms, CA. The CRE will assist the Director, Religious Ministries Directorate (RMD) and assigned priests in coordinating Catholic programs, religious education, events, and activities. Key responsibilities include managing liturgical ministries, supporting Catholic Masses, overseeing religious education programs (including First Penance, First Communion, Confirmation, OCIA, and Vacation Bible School), facilitating catechetical ministries (marriage preparation and infant baptisms), and coordinating Catholic youth programs. The contract includes a 12-month base period and a 12-month option period. The solicitation also details contractor qualifications, experience requirements (such as EME and Basic Catechist certifications, FOCCUS Facilitator qualification, and background checks), and a comprehensive list of deliverables with specific due dates. The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) outlines performance standards and surveillance methods, emphasizing the importance of timely and accurate reporting for all tasks.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedSep 3, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineSep 8, 2025
expiryArchive DateSep 23, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
COMMANDING OFFICER

Point of Contact

Name
Kori Gearhart

Place of Performance

Twentynine Palms, California, UNITED STATES

Official Sources