Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) defines the roles and responsibilities for a Catholic Religious Education (RE) Coordinator at Malmstrom Air Force Base. The objective is to perform services, implement, manage, and evaluate Catholic RE programs for children, youth, and adults.

• Prepare and administer a multi-faceted religious education program, demonstrating ability to work with volunteers.

• Utilize basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).

• Function in a pluralistic setting and travel to monitor facilities.

• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

• Obtain certification from the Archdiocese of Military Services (AMS), including Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion and Viaticum.

• Dress in business casual attire, unless otherwise specified.

• Be responsible for the security and condition of facilities and equipment.

• Submit monthly invoices for actual hours worked.

• Follow Malmstrom AFB security and safety policies.

• Oversee, arrange, and supervise all Catholic RE activities and events.

• Prepare scheduled Catholic RE program curriculum and ensure classroom setup.

• Prepare an annual comprehensive RE Program plan, including an events calendar, budget, and curriculum order.

• Recruit and train volunteer teachers and substitutes.

• Develop and manage an attendance monitoring plan and report monthly statistics.

• Maintain a Catholic RE continuity binder.

• Schedule, organize, and coordinate Vacation Bible School (VBS).

• Ensure timely and accurate publicity for RE and Chapel Community events.

• Coordinate the annual Christmas program if deemed necessary.

• Create/coordinate/maintain the Catholic children's program.

• Plan and conduct up to six special activities per year.

• Hold monthly meetings with the Catholic Chaplain or designee.

• Promote, coordinate, and provide logistical support for small group ministries.

• Assist the Catholic chaplain in recruiting, training, and scheduling volunteers for various chapel and base community services.

• Attend at least one Chapel Staff Meeting per month.

• Payment is for actual hours worked, averaging 20 hours per week, not to exceed funded hours.

• Contractor is responsible for 100% coverage of scheduled RE programs/events; qualified substitutes must be provided if unable to perform.

• Contractor must comply with all Air Force computer and information security requirements to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).

• Contractor must abide by real-world Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures and other security directives.

• Malmstrom Air Force Base, MT.

• The PWS outlines responsibilities for the year 2026.

• Criminal History Background Checks are mandatory for individuals in Child Care Services, including national, state, local law enforcement, and chapel program background checks, and a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) investigation.

• Consent to background checks is mandatory; failure to consent may result in contract cancellation.

• Government-furnished property includes office space, desk, chair, computer, filing cabinets, bookcases, phone, and expendable office supplies.

• Government-furnished services include utilities, law enforcement, fire protection, security, and emergency medical treatment (at contractor's expense).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5391, Revision No. 26) for the Service Contract Act. It lists the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in Cascade County, Montana, for contracts subject to the Service Contract Act.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles, along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week) and Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706: $5.09 per hour or $203.60 per week).
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (minimum wage rate adjustments).
• Provides details on vacation time (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years) and paid holidays (11 per year).
• Outlines the conformance process for occupations not listed in the determination.

Bidders must use this wage determination to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing the contract. It is crucial for accurately calculating labor costs in proposals and ensuring compliance with federal labor laws. The listed wage rates and benefits are the minimums that must be paid to employees working on the contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the criteria and process for contractor personnel seeking access to the installation perimeter. It details the vetting process and the grounds upon which access may be denied.

• Authority: References AFI 31-113, which grants the Air Force the responsibility to vet contractors.
• Contractor Entry Authorization List (CEAL): Remains a requirement.
• Grounds for Denial: Lists specific reasons why an individual may be denied access, including:
  • Known or suspected terrorist affiliation.
  • Inability to verify identity.
  • Submission of fraudulent information.
  • Attempting unauthorized access to sensitive information.
  • Unlawful use of access credentials.
  • Criminal or dishonest history posing a risk.
  • Being barred from federal installations.
  • Being wanted by law enforcement.
  • Recent incarceration (within 10 years).
  • Convictions for espionage, sabotage, treason, terrorism, or murder.
  • Appearance on federal/state "watch lists."
  • Firearm or explosive violation convictions (within 10 years).
  • Convictions for sexual assault, armed robbery, rape, child molestation, child pornography, trafficking, or drug distribution.
  • Illegal drug use without evidence of rehabilitation.
  • Statutory or regulatory bars to federal employment.
  • Engaging in acts to overthrow the U.S. Government.
• Additional Denials (Malmstrom AFB): Outstanding warrants, sex offenders, violent offenders, individuals on probation, or those in pre-release programs.

Contractors must ensure their personnel meet these access requirements. Understanding these criteria is crucial for planning and ensuring personnel can access the installation to perform contracted work. Failure to meet these requirements may prevent personnel from accessing the installation, impacting contract performance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (FA462626Q0011) for "Chapel Catholic Religious Education Coordinator for Malmstrom, AFB." The solicitation outlines the requirements for providing these services.

• The primary service is the "Catholic Religious Education Coordinator."

• The period of performance for the base CLIN 0001 is from March 20, 2026, to March 19, 2027, requiring 780 hours.

• The solicitation includes four option periods, each for 780 hours, extending the period of performance through March 19, 2031.

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 813110.

• The size standard is USD 13,000,000.00.

• The offer due date is March 12, 2026, at 02:00 PM.

• Evaluation factors include Technical Acceptability and Price.

• The acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering areas such as payment instructions (WAWF), contract administration, special contract requirements, representations and certifications, and evaluation factors.