Draft_PWS_Auxiliary Catholic Priest Services.pdf

Draft PWS for Sources Sought

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

AUXILIARY CATHOLIC PRIEST SERVICES

AT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, JAPAN

YOKOTA AIR BASE, JAPAN

16 FEBRUARY 2023

PERFORMANCE-BASED WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

AUXILIARY CATHOLIC PRIEST AT YOKOTA AB

1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES/GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1.1. Scope of Work: The contractors shall serve as the primary celebrant at Masses, sacramental celebrations and other services as scheduled by the Yokota Air Base Catholic Chaplain or his designated representative. In addition to celebrating Mass, the contractor will be required to hear confessions prior to each Mass, and perform at any Sacramental services as requested by the Catholic Chaplain or his designated representative.

1.1.2. Location: Primary facilities for the services provided will be the Main Chapel Bldg. 345 and the Contemporary Chapel Bldg. 4314. Due to renovation or other issues, the contractor may be tasked to celebrate Mass and hear confessions at facilities within the confines of Yokota Air Base.

1.1.3. Workmanship: All work shall be accomplished within the guidelines of the Roman Catholic Church, Air Force Instructions, and the Wing Chaplain's Policy Statements.

1.1.4. Work to be Accomplished:

1.1.4.1. Hear confession for 30 minutes prior to each Mass and celebrate mass with a 7-10 minute homily at each Mass

1.1.4.2. Perform at any Sacramental celebrations and other services as requested by the Catholic Chaplain or his designated representative

1.1.5. Competency of Contracted Personnel: All services under this contract are to be performed by an adult male of at least 26 years of age with verifiable moral character and spiritual maturity. He must be an ordained Roman Catholic Priest possessing current faculties from the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA or a diocese/archdiocese within Japan and have credible references. He must exhibit sufficient English proficiency to celebrate Mass in English along with a 7-10 minute homily, also in English, and to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation in English. Applicants must be willing to undergo a background check similar to that required of a childcare provider for US Air Force Child Care Centers. The contractor shall be fully qualified to perform the required services without any supervision or direction by Government personnel.

1.1.6. Contractor Points of Contact: The contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer and the Catholic Chaplain with any changes to his current address, telephone numbers, and email address. He will also provide the names of a primary and alternate point of contact with telephone numbers, in case of emergency.

1.1.7. Performance: The contractor shall arrive at the chapel a minimum of 30 minutes before Mass or Confessions.

1.2. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.2.1. Contractor Responsibility:

1.2.1.1. The contractor is solely responsible for all tax liabilities. No provisions are implied or provided in this contract for any benefits such as medical care, retirement or worker’s compensation. This is a Non-Personal Service Contract.

1.2.1.2. The contractor shall provide a qualified substitute in the event the contractor cannot meet any obligation of this contract. A “qualified substitute” is defined as an individual who meets the qualifications outlined in paragraph

1.1.5 of this PWS.

1.2.1.3. The contractor shall present a neat, well groomed appearance appropriate for chapel worship services during all times while he is performing services under this contract.

1.2.1.4. The contractor shall furnish his own transportation to and from Yokota Air Base.

1.2.1.5. The Government will not be liable for loss, damage, theft, or maintenance of personal equipment.

1.2.2. Administration:

1.2.2.1. The contractor shall document work performed and will present it to the Catholic Chaplain upon request.

The contractor must present an invoice to receive payment for services rendered.

1.2.2.2. If desired, the contractor will be issued a base pass good for 7 day 24 hr entrance to Yokota Air Base.

1.2.3. Personal Property: The contractor shall ensure that personal property is clearly marked and identified to preclude misidentification as Government property.

2. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND UTILITIES

2.1. Equipment: The Government will furnish all vestments, vessels, books, altar linens and other supplies necessary for the celebration of Sacraments.

2.2. Liability: The contractor shall be liable for loss, damage, or theft of Government property due to the contractor's carelessness and/or negligence. Negligence will be determined by appropriate Report of Survey findings.