Catholic Religious Education Coordinator
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 Air Force is soliciting quotes for a Catholic Religious Education Coordinator at Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB), El Segundo, CA. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside acquisition for commercial services, resulting in a Firm Fixed Price contract. The coordinator will develop and manage a Catholic religious education program for children ages 18 and under. Quotes are due March 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide a Catholic Religious Education Coordinator to develop, manage, and teach a religious education program for children 18 and under, adhering to Archdiocese of Military Services guidelines. Key responsibilities include:
- Utilizing an approved Catholic curriculum for Saturday and Sunday Catholic Mass.
- Providing all necessary personnel, equipment, labor, tools, and supervision.
- Developing and maintaining a comprehensive Catholic RE Program for military, dependents, and authorized personnel.
- Coordinating and conducting weekly Sunday RE classes (September-June) and an annual one-week Vacation Bible School (May-September).
- Overseeing the youth ministry program for junior and senior high, including materials, retreats, fundraisers, and field trips.
- Recruiting, training, and managing volunteers for the RE program.
- Coordinating with the Contract Catholic Priest and SBD 3 Delta Chaplain for program direction and approvals. Services will be performed at the Base Chapel at Fort MacArthur and Chapel Offices in LAAFB building 272.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price service contract.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 611710 (Educational Support Services) with a $24M size standard.
- Period of Performance:
- Base Period: 10 months (March 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027).
- Option Periods: Four (4) additional 12-month option years.
- Place of Performance: Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB), El Segundo, CA.
Submission Requirements
Quotes must include:
- Company Profile, Capabilities/Relevant Experience, Past Performance.
- Contact information, Small Business Type, NAICS Code, CAGE Code, UEI Code.
- A completed Pricing Spreadsheet using the attached template, ensuring CLIN structure matches. Incomplete quotations may be ineligible.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be based on Best Value to the Government, considering Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. Technical Capability and Past Performance, when combined, are more important than Price.
- Technical Capability (Acceptable/Unacceptable): Evaluates capabilities, relevant experience in Catholic religious education, experience in a parish or military chapel setting, and ability to manage sacramental preparation and volunteer coordination. Only "Acceptable" quotes are eligible.
- Past Performance: Evaluated for relevance and quality (Substantial, Satisfactory, Limited, No Confidence, Neutral).
- Price: Evaluated for completeness and reasonableness, with labor prices consistent with DOL Service Contract Act Wage Determinations.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: March 3, 2026, 11:59 PM PST.
- Quotes Due: March 13, 2026, 11:59 PM PST.
- Submit to: Lt Dorian Maynard (dorian.maynard.1@spaceforce.mil) with Cindy Yoo (cindy.yoo@spaceforce.mil) CC'd. Late submissions will not be considered.