Catholic Priest Services- FMC Devens

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work in specific geographic locations. For this determination, the applicable area is Middlesex County, Massachusetts, including towns such as Ashby, Ayer, Billerica, Chelmsford, Dracut, Groton, Littleton, Lowell, Shirley, Tewksbury, Townsend, Tyngsborough, Westford, and Harvard.

• Lists numerous occupations categorized by general fields (e.g., Administrative Support and Clerical Occupations, Automotive Service Occupations, Health Occupations, Information Technology Occupations, etc.).
• For each occupation, it specifies a "CODE", "TITLE", and "RATE" (minimum hourly wage).
• Indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing".
• Includes notes on Executive Orders (EO) 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage adjustments.
• Details requirements for vacation and paid holidays.
• Provides information on hazardous pay differentials and uniform allowances.
• Outlines the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This document is crucial for bidders responding to solicitations that incorporate the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to service employees working on the contract. Bidders must use these rates when calculating their labor costs for proposals to ensure compliance with federal regulations. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can lead to non-compliance and potential penalties. The specific rates listed for each occupation directly impact the labor cost component of a bid.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the acquisition of Roman Catholic Priest services for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Medical Center (FMC) Devens, located at 42 Patton Road, Ayer, MA 01432. The services will be performed at FMC Devens and its satellite camp.

• Conduct Sunday Catholic Mass on a weekly basis.

• Hear confessions from Catholic inmates.

• Conduct Catholic Mass on Special Holy Days of Obligation.

• Services are to be performed at both FMC Devens and the satellite camp, totaling two hours per week.

• The contractor must possess a Baccalaureate Degree in religious studies, ordination certification, and a minimum of three years of documented experience as a minister. Experience in a correctional setting is preferred.

• The contractor is expected to wear professional clothing appropriate for the correctional environment.

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but includes a Base Period and four Unexercised Options.

• Estimated maximum quantities are listed for each period.

• Offer Due Date: 03/23/2026 at 16:00 ET.

• Method of Solicitation: Invitation for Bid (IFB).

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided pages, but FAR 52.212-2 (Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services) is incorporated by reference.

• The acquisition is marked as "UNRESTRICTED."

• NAICS Code: 813110, with a size standard of $13,000,000.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference, including those related to privacy, security, and personnel requirements.

• A "List of Attachments" indicates an "Updated Statement of Work.pdf" is included.

• Extensive requirements are detailed regarding contractor personnel security, background investigations, and data privacy.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To procure the services of a professional, ordained Roman Catholic Priest to perform religious services for inmates at the Federal Medical Center (FMC) Devens and its satellite camp in Ayer, MA.

• Conduct weekly Sunday Catholic Mass at both FMC Devens and the satellite camp.

• Hear confessions from Catholic inmates.

• Conduct Catholic Mass on Special Holy Days of Obligation as per the Catholic Religious Calendar.

• Services are expected to be approximately two hours per week, with one hour at each location.

• The contractor will be paid for one session even if delays (e.g., inclement weather, security matters) prevent completion of the second session on the same day, unless the institution requests the contractor to remain.

• Absences can be made up within the same week, not exceeding 30 hours.

• Not explicitly detailed, but adherence to the Catholic Religious Calendar and provision of services as scheduled are implied.

• Services to be performed at the Federal Medical Center, 42 Patton Road, Devens, Massachusetts, 01432, and the satellite camp located 0.5 miles away.

• Education & Experience: Minimum Baccalaureate Degree in religious studies, ordination certification, and at least three years of experience as a minister. Experience in a correctional setting is preferred.

• Supplies & Equipment: Contractor may provide supplies/equipment if approved by the FAC-COR.

• Topics: Contractor should be knowledgeable in various aspects of the Catholic faith, including Articles of Faith, Sacraments, Christian Living, and Catholic Social Teachings.

• Attire: Professional clothing appropriate for a correctional environment.

• Inmate Management: Contractor will have unsupervised contact with inmates but is not responsible for inmate management beyond ensuring adherence to rules for safety and well-being. Must attend Institution Familiarization Orientation.

• Institution Security: Must adhere to all institution regulations for safety, custody, and conduct. Will be subject to background investigation (NCIC check, fingerprinting, etc.), sign in/out procedures, and will be issued a badge. May be removed from the institution at the discretion of the CEO.

• Non-Personal Services: This is a contractual arrangement, not an employer/employee relationship. Payment is for an end product or specific result. If awarded to an individual, FICA taxes will be paid by the BOP.