Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation FA489726Q0015 for a Catholic Religious Education Coordinator at Mountain Home AFB.

• Contract Status: This is not a recompete, and there is no existing contract.
• Priest's Letter of Good Standing: Any ordained Catholic priest can attest to an individual's practicing status.
• Student/Volunteer Numbers: Approximately 25 youth and adult students, fluctuating with PCS/Deployments. Approximately 15 active volunteers.
• Work Hours: Section 1.4 allows for flexible scheduling across the contract year to accommodate seasonal variations, with a cap of 540 hours per year and 10 hours per week.
• Background Checks: The Government covers the cost and process for background checks; the contractor will recruit volunteers.
• Curriculum & Supplies: Provided by the government.
• Performance Start: Clearance is required to access the installation, meaning performance cannot begin prior to this.
• Catechist Certification: Current certification from a civilian diocese satisfies the initial 6-month requirement.
• Quoted Price: Unit price per CLIN should be an all-inclusive hourly rate.
• Award Determination: Award will be made under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with the relative importance of Price, Technical Capability, and Past Performance described in the solicitation.

These clarifications provide specific details on operational aspects, personnel requirements, and evaluation criteria, which may influence bidder proposals and understanding of the solicitation requirements.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide comprehensive Catholic Religious Education (RE) and Sacramental Preparation program support for the pastoral care of Catholic personnel at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho.

• Provide one (1) Catholic Religious Education Coordinator.

• Administer a weekly RE program (September-May) including Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings.

• Develop the RE ministry plan, budget, and publicity for the upcoming year (June-August).

• Coordinate and administer parish ministry, including creating schedules and rosters for various parish organizations.

• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers, ensuring they maintain Catechist Certification and complete Safe Environment training.

• Coordinate Installation Records Checks (IRCs) for volunteers.

• Communicate with parents regarding youth absences or disciplinary issues.

• Organize at least two volunteer teacher-training events annually.

• Submit chapel facility and space usage requests annually.

• Request and manage supplies for Catholic RE.

• Prepare and coordinate publicity for RE programs.

• Maintain the Catholic RE office and storage rooms.

• Provide monthly RE program reports and an annual After-Action Report (AAR).

• Submit monthly invoices with signed timesheets.

• Work shall be accomplished in accordance with the PWS, applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, manufacturer's specifications, and commercial practices.

• Quality control program to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services.

• Government may use various quality assurance methods to determine compliance.

• Not explicitly stated, but implies ongoing support for the RE program at Mountain Home AFB, ID.

• Hours of operation not to exceed ten (10) hours per week, not to exceed 540 hours/units per year.

• Contractor personnel must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.

• Contractor personnel must present a neat appearance and be easily identified.

• Obtain base identification and vehicle passes.

• Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification.

• Contractor shall not employ persons identified as a threat to health, safety, security, or operational mission.

• Contractor shall not employ Government employees if it creates a conflict of interest.

• Compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).

• Adherence to security requirements, including background checks and potential security clearances.

• Compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Foreign Disclosure procedures.

• Compliance with Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements.

• Compliance with Antiterrorism (AT) requirements, including Level I AT Awareness Training.

• Contractor personnel are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition on installations.

• Contractor personnel must report any information posing a threat to security.

• Contractor is responsible for safeguarding government property and controlled forms.

• Compliance with base traffic regulations.

• Must be a practicing Roman Catholic with a letter of good standing from a local Catholic Priest.

• Must have Basic Catechist Certification from the Archdiocese for the Military Services (AMS) or obtain within 6 months.

• Experience and familiarity with Catholic liturgical and religious education requirements.

• Resume must reflect at least two (2) years of experience and include two references.

• A bachelor's degree in religious education or related field is preferred.

• Compliance with environmental controls, including hazardous material handling and waste disposal.

• Compliance with historic preservation requirements.

• Adherence to security requirements, including physical security and key/badge control.

• Compliance with DAFFARS clauses incorporated by reference, including Ombudsman-ACC.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, specifically for a Catholic Priest to serve as a Chaplain. The government intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price Contract. This solicitation constitutes the only announcement, and a written solicitation will not be issued separately. The acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Provision of services as a Catholic RE Coordinator (Chaplain).

• The contractor must provide a resume with references and a letter of good standing from their local Catholic Priest with their quote.

• The provided resume will be used to evaluate compliance with the solicitation requirements.

• Alternative line items will not be accepted.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Base Year (April 16, 2026 - April 15, 2027) with four Option Years extending through April 15, 2031.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code (813110) and SB Size Standard ($13,000,000.00) provide context.

• Quotes are due by 10:00 AM MST on April 13, 2026.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to natasha.lizama.1@us.af.mil.

• The subject line must clearly identify RFQ# FA489726Q0015.

• Submissions, including technical proposals, shall not exceed 10 pages.

• Evaluation will be based on three factors: Price, Technical Capability, and Past Performance.

• Technical Capability will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis, requiring descriptive literature/resume demonstrating conformity to specifications.

• Past Performance will be evaluated using a rating scheme, with only "Acceptable" ratings being further evaluated.

• Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value, considering price, technical capability, and past performance.

• Pricing must be held firm for 60 days from the quote due date.

• This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Attachments include: 1. Performance Work Statement, 2. Wage Determination.

• Questions are due by 10:00 AM MST on April 6, 2026, and must be emailed to the Contracting Officer.

• Payment terms are NET 30, FOB Destination.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination (WD 2015-5513, Revision 27) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in Idaho, specifically for the counties of Adams, Elmore, Payette, Valley, and Washington.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a comprehensive list of occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefit requirements.
• Benefits: All listed occupations are entitled to Health & Welfare benefits of $5.55 per hour (up to 40 hours/week) or $222.00 per week. Executive Order 13706 provides for paid sick leave and a separate Health & Welfare rate of $5.09 per hour.
• Paid Leave:
  • Vacation: 2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years of service.
  • Holidays: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Hazardous Pay: Differentials are noted for positions involving hazardous materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms are outlined.
• Conformance Process: Procedures for establishing wage rates for unlisted occupations are detailed.

This document is crucial for any bidder on a government contract that falls under the Service Contract Act in the specified Idaho counties. It dictates the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under the contract, directly impacting labor costs and proposal pricing.