Catholic Priest Support Services for Dover AFB
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA4497CatholicPriestDAFB
- Agency
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Air Mobility Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 813110 Religious Organizations
- PSC
- G002 Social- Chaplain
- Place of performance
- Dover AFB, Delaware 19902, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force's 436th Contracting Squadron is conducting market research to identify potential sources for Catholic Priest support services at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware. The contractor will be responsible for conducting weekday and weekend masses, holy days, and special services, as well as administering sacraments including confession, baptism, marriage, and anointing of the sick. Additional duties include pastoral counseling, hospital visits, emergency ministrations, and participation in staff meetings and liturgical coordination activities. The qualified contractor must be an ordained Roman Catholic Priest in good standing with the Archdiocese for the Military Services, hold a valid DD Form 2088, complete AMS Child/Youth Protection Training, and pass comprehensive background checks including NACI, IRC, FBI fingerprinting, and LOSS compliance. This pre-solicitation notice was posted on August 29, 2025, with responses due by September 12, 2025, though no specific evaluation criteria are detailed as this is solely for market research and planning purposes.
This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 813110 for Religious Organizations. The estimated annual workload includes approximately 147 services totaling 123 hours, with potential surge operations that could increase requirements to 197 services consuming 154 hours. The contractor will be required to maintain records through AFCCARS and submit monthly invoices via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. Standard advance notification will be provided by the Dover AFB Senior Chaplain, with a minimum 72-hour notice requirement for extraordinary circumstances, though requests within this timeframe are considered non-compulsory and subject to contractor availability. No current incumbent contractor or specific award values are mentioned in this pre-solicitation notice, as it represents an initial market research effort rather than a formal solicitation.
Notice text
Agency: Department of the Air Force / 436th Contracting Squadron
Description:
The 436th Contracting Squadron is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing Catholic Priest services in support of the Religious Support Program at Dover Air Force Base. This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation.
Scope of Work (Summary):
- Conduct weekday and weekend Masses, Holy Days, and special services
- Administer sacraments including Confession, Baptism, Marriage, and Anointing of the Sick
- Provide pastoral counseling, hospital visits, and emergency ministrations
- Participate in staff meetings, pastoral councils, and liturgical coordination
- Maintain records via AFCCARS and submit monthly invoices via WAWF
Estimated Workload:
- Approximately 147 services annually (123 hours), with potential surge up to 197 services (154 hours)
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Standard Notification: The Dover AFB Senior Chaplain or designee will provide the contractor advance notice of required services to the best of their ability.
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Minimum Notification: In cases of extraordinary circumstances driven by mission requirements, the Senior Chaplain or designee will provide no less than 72 hours’ notice.
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Contractor Discretion: Any request made within 72 hours is considered non-compulsory and subject to the contractor’s availability.
Qualifications:
- Ordained Roman Catholic Priest in good standing with the Archdiocese for the Military Services (AMS)
- Valid DD Form 2088 and AMS Child/Youth Protection Training
- Must pass background checks including NACI, IRC, FBI fingerprinting, and LOSS compliance
- Fluent in English and respectful of pluralistic religious environment
Compliance & Conduct:
- Must follow DoD, AFI, AMS, and Canon Law guidelines
- May not use the title “Chaplain”; must maintain professional decorum
- Responsible for safeguarding government property and chapel assets
Additional Notes:
- Services may be required on federal holidays and Holy Days
- Contractor must coordinate with active duty priest and chapel staff
- No inherently governmental functions will be performed
Submission Instructions:
Interested parties should respond to this posting by submitting a capability statement that includes:
- Business name, DUNS/UEI, and CAGE code
- Relevant experience and qualifications
- Availability and geographic reach
- Small business status and certifications
Thank you,
Dean Mohrmann, Contracting Officer, DAFB
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| PWS Catholic Priest Contract - Supplemental.pdf |
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