Life Connections Program Services - FCI Milan Michigan

The Department of Justice Bureau of Prisons Field Acquisition Office is conducting market research for Life Connections Program Services at FCI Milan in Michigan, a faith-based pre-release program providing spiritual guidance to incarcerated adults. The procurement seeks to contract with a qualified spiritual guide contractor to deliver educational services on core curriculum topics including spirituality, religious tolerance, emotional management, conflict resolution, family connections, integrity, and leadership. Applicants must possess a Master's Degree or be enrolled in a Master's program from an accredited institution in fields such as Divinity, Education, Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work, and must submit a "Credentials of Religious Services Contractor" form, one letter of endorsement from a local religious organization, two personal reference letters, a resume, and documentation of education and experience. The government is using this sources sought announcement to gather market research on contractor interest and capability, with responses due via E-Buy to Contracting Officer John Holleman no later than Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST, and future solicitation documents will be distributed exclusively through www.sam.gov. Prospective contractors should note that proposal preparation timeframes of 15, 30, 45, or 60 calendar days will be requested, and all service providers must complete security clearance investigations that may require 30 or more calendar days.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and does not identify any incumbent contractors. The contract structure consists of one 12-month base year with four 12-month option years for a total potential five-year contract period, classified under NAICS Code 813110 (Religious Organizations) with a small business size standard of $13 million in gross revenues. Services will be provided Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., normally consisting of 24 one-hour sessions per week with occasional evening hours, at FCI Milan located at 4004 East Arkona Road, Milan, Michigan 48160. Contractors must maintain required insurance coverage including $100,000 workers' compensation, $500,000 general liability, and $200,000-$500,000 automobile liability, and must have System for Award Management (SAM) registration. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in this pre-solicitation announcement.