Attachment 1 PWS CWGS Music Director - 03 June 2022 (1).docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) NONPERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT LUKE AFB AZ

PROTESTANT CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP GOSPEL SERVICE (CWGS) MUSIC DIRECTOR

03 June 2022

1. CONTRACTOR POSITION TITLE: Protestant Contemporary Worship Gospel Service (CWGS) Music Director

2. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary form of worship is a blend of Contemporary and Gospel-style praise music, an essential element of the Protestant worship experience. The Contemporary Worship Gospel Service Music Director (herein referred to as Contractor) provides the necessary musical support for the Contemporary Worship Gospel Service at Luke Air Force Base (AFB). The number of units performed may not exceed 133 annual units. The performance period is from 1 October 2022 to 30 September 2023 (Renewable through 30 September 2024).

2.1 The Contractor will provide musical direction and leadership for the Protestant Contemporary Gospel Worship Service (CWGS) at Luke AFB Chapel.

2.2 The Contractor consults and coordinates with the CWGS Chaplain, who monitors the Contractor’s work.

3. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

3.1. The ability to read music and demonstrated accompaniment ability with the piano, organ/keyboard, or guitar.

3.2. Must have Contemporary & Gospel choir experience and be familiar with the flow of Contemporary & Gospel worship styles.

3.3. A letter of recommendation from an ordained clergyperson is required as part of the application package. We also require two additional letters of recommendation attesting to the applicant’s Christian character.

3.4. Contractor shall have at least five years of experience playing the piano, organ/keyboard, or guitar. Contractor must possess sound accompaniment skills, competent sight-reading ability, play by ear, and be able to play music from various genres such as traditional, contemporary, praise, and worship. These competencies shall be affirmed in the applicant’s resume.

3.5. Contractor shall have at least two years of experience directing and playing for church choirs in traditional hymns, gospel, and contemporary Christian music. Contractor must be versatile and capable of performing in front of groups of any size. These competencies shall be affirmed in the applicant’s resume.

3.6. Contractor shall be able to direct and or play for worship services, special religious ceremonies, and funerals as scheduled by the Senior Faith Group Chaplains of all denominations. These competencies shall be affirmed in the applicant’s resume.

4. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Contractor shall perform for all regularly scheduled worship services, choir rehearsals, and additional services as requested by the Contract Officer or CWGS Chaplain, including, but not limited to, special chapel functions and special worship services. Other responsibilities include:

4.1. Work closely with other choir directors and musicians, and pastoral team to continually upgrade the music library and repertoires used in the service.

4.2. Follow 56 FW Chapel policies for use and care of buildings and equipment; any building keys must be safeguarded.

4.3. The Contractor shall coordinate all support requirements with the Contract Officer, CWGS Chaplain, or a designated representative.

4.4. The Contractor is accountable for the security and cleanliness of all facilities utilized in conjunction with their programs.

5. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

5.1. Contractor shall demonstrate integrity through a moral, upright lifestyle consistent with Christian church teachings.

5.2. Contractor must play their instrument of choice regularly on Sundays. If absent, the Contractor will ensure a replacement (subcontractor) is present. All foreseen absences are to be coordinated in advance with the CWGS Chaplain.

5.3. All subcontractors must meet the same qualifications as the Contractor and shall be approved by the CWGS Chaplain or their designee.

5.4. Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination, organization, preparation, and performance of the choir and congregational music selections as required to support the Contemporary Gospel Worship Service.

5.5. Contractor shall be required to be present at least 20 minutes before each service or event starts.

5.6. Contractor shall assist the CWGS Chaplain in coordinating music by special groups and choirs who are invited as guests at Chapel-sponsored events and services.

5.7. Special services are those services and/or events directed by the Wing, Deputy Wing, or CWGS Chaplain. (Note: Any performance requests of the choir and pianist to perform in the local community MUST be approved by the CWGS Chaplain before it may be counted as a “PAID” service.)

5.8. As appropriate, the Contractor will, in consultation with the Chapel Tithes and Offering (CTOF) Contract Officer or designated representative, develop an annual calendar of events, CTOF budget, appropriated fund budget, and core religious education curriculum. This information is submitted as required by local Chaplain Service operating procedures.

6. HOURS/UNITS OF WORK:

6.1. Contractor services will be provided during Sunday worship services and are typically two hours in length. Practice sessions and rehearsals will be held before each service at a time to be determined by the Contractor, with the approval of the Contract Officer or CWGS Chaplain.

6.2. Special services, and the practices and rehearsals for those special services, are in addition to the regular weekly work units. Units (or a session) are typically one hour in length but shall not exceed two hours and shall be consistent with the services listed in this PWS.

7. REPLACEMENTS (Subcontractor): Contractor is responsible for continuous contract performance through the contract period. Subcontractors may not serve on a long-term, recurring basis but only for required short-term absences of a personal nature. Subcontractors must meet all Protestant Contemporary Gospel Music Director qualifications listed above and be approved by the CWGS Chaplain or their designee. Resumes and references are required for approval. The government reserves the right to refuse any subcontractor if they do not meet all required qualifications. The Contractor shall submit a resume for each subcontractor candidate.

7.1. Subcontractor candidates shall be approved in advance to facilitate emergency absences.

7.2. All subcontractors must be approved by the Wing Chaplain.

8. THE WING CHAPLAIN WILL:

8.1. Review the contract annually to consider exercising the option year.

8.2. Ensures the rate of payment for the services is described in the PWS in 12 monthly installments.