Atch_1_-_PWS_-_CWGS_Music_Director_-_30_May_2019_-_Approved.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

NONPERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT

LUKE AFB AZ

PROTESTANT CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP GOSPEL SERVICE (CWGS)

MUSIC DIRECTOR

30 MAY 2019

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 Gospel style praise which is an essential element of this Protestant worship experience. The Contemporary Gospel Music Director provides the necessary musical support for the Contemporary Gospel Service at Luke AFB. Number of units performed may not exceed 133 annual units. Period of performance is Period of performance is 1 October 2019 – 30 September 2020 (Renewable through 30 September 2022)

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 in turn monitors the Contractor’s work.

3. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

3.1. The ability to read music and possess demonstrated accompaniment ability with 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 clergy person 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’ experience playing the piano, organ/keyboard or guitar. He or she must possess sound accompaniment skills, competent sight-reading ability, play by ear, and be able to play music from various traditions 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’ experience in directing and playing for church choirs in traditional hymns, gospel, and current contemporary Christian music. Individual 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 and 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 is to coordinate all support requirements with the Contract Officer, CWGS Chaplain, or a designated representative.

4.4. The Contractor is accountable for 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. Must play instrument of choice regularly on Sundays; and if absent, will find a replacement.

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 be approved as suitable by the Contract Officer.

5.4. Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination, organization, preparation, and performance of 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 prior to the start of each service or event.

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 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, normally two hours in length. Practice sessions/rehearsals will be held prior to 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 practices/rehearsals for special services, are in addition to the normal weekly work units. Units are defined as a session, which is a minimum of an hour but not to exceed two hours, providing services listed in this PWS.

Regular Service 53 (units) Regular Rehearsals 50 (units) Special Services/Rehearsals 30 (units) Annual Total 133 (units)

7. REPLACEMENTS: Contractor is responsible for continuous contract performance through contract period. Replacements may not be on a long-term, recurring basis, but only for required short-term absences of a personal nature. Candidates must meet all Protestant Contemporary Gospel Music Director qualifications listed above and be an agreeable substitute by the Protestant Chaplain in charge.

Resume and references are required for approval. The government reserves the right to refuse any candidate if he or she does not meet all required qualifications. The Contractor shall submit a resume for each candidate.

7.1. Replacement candidates (subcontractors) can be approved in advance to facilitate ease of filling required absence due to unplanned events.

7.2. All subcontractors must meet the same qualifications as the contractor and be approved by the Wing Chaplain.

8. THE WING CHAPLAIIN WILL:

8.1. Review the contract annually to consider option.

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