Catholic Priest Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK, is soliciting proposals for Roman Catholic Priest Services at Naval Station Newport, RI. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to provide essential religious ministry. Proposals are due by March 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive Roman Catholic services and sacraments to meet the religious requirements of assigned personnel. Key services include:
- Masses: 52 Sunday Masses (with confession) and 52 Weekday Masses annually.
- Special Services: 24 Special Services annually (e.g., Days of Obligation, Lenten Services, weddings).
- Confessions/Office Hours: 150 units of weekly office hours for confessions and preparations.
- Support: Overseeing volunteer training and coordinating with the Religious Ministry Team (RMT).
- Administration: Participating in planning and administration of the religious program, providing data, and adhering to Navy policies. Services will be performed at Naval Station Newport facilities, authorized off-base locations (hospitals, funeral homes, cemeteries), or RMT-determined sites.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: A Base Year (April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027), three (3) Option Years, and one (1) optional six-month extension.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 813110, Religious Organizations, with a $13,000,000 size standard.
- Response Date: March 18, 2026, 3:00 PM ET.
- Published Date: March 12, 2026.
Eligibility & Evaluation
- Eligibility: Only AMS authorized Priests, Parishes, or Diocese/Religious Orders are eligible. A completed SF-2088 Statement of Ecclesiastical Endorsement is required for the performing priest.
- Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated based on meeting solicitation requirements and price. Past performance may be considered if concerns arise with the lowest price offer.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award and maintain registration throughout the contract. Compliance with COVID-19 guidelines and security requirements is mandatory. All questions should be directed via email to the Contract Specialist, Yvonne Wilson.