Fort Benning, GA: Clergy- Catholic- Priest
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 Army (DEPT OF DEFENSE) is conducting a Sources Sought for Catholic Priest services at Fort Benning, GA. This notice is for market research purposes only to identify qualified firms for a potential contract. Responses are due by April 08, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
IMCOM at Fort Benning is seeking sources to provide non-personal services for a Catholic Priest. The services include regular and special Mass, sacraments (confession, baptism, anointing of the sick), and Catholic religious instruction for military personnel, family members, and authorized civilians. Services must adhere to Roman Catholic Church guidelines, AMS Priests’ Manual, and Army Regulations. Contractor personnel must be ordained Catholic Priests, endorsed by the Archdiocese for the Military Services (AMS), and possess faculties granted by the AMS Archbishop. The work schedule will vary, including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Expected Duration: Maximum of five years (1 base year + 4 optional one-year ordering periods)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- NAICS: 813110 (Chaplain Services)
- Response Due: April 08, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published: March 25, 2026
- Place of Performance: Fort Benning, GA (Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Main Post Chapel, Infantry Chapel, Camp Darby)
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors should submit a brief narrative (not exceeding ten pages) demonstrating capable experience with similar projects within the last three years. Submissions must include business size and confirm SAM registration under NAICS 813110. Only email responses will be accepted.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and no commitment by the Government is implied. A draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is provided for reference. Contractor personnel must meet specific qualifications, including ordination, AMS endorsement, and 2 years of Catholic programming experience (military chapel experience preferred). Screening requirements include FBI fingerprint checks and local law enforcement checks. The contractor will be responsible for a Quality Control Plan (QCP).