FY26 Catholic Religious Education Coordinator
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 seeking proposals for a Catholic Religious Education (RE) Coordinator for Beale Air Force Base (BAFB), California. This 100% Small Business Set-Aside opportunity is for a non-personal services contract to coordinate comprehensive Catholic RE and Sacramental Preparation programs. Quotes are due by February 25, 2026, at 1000 PST.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide one (1) Catholic RE Coordinator to manage and implement Catholic RE programs congruent with Archdiocese for the Military Services (AMS) requirements. Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating comprehensive Catholic RE programs (24 hours/week for 52 weeks, plus 72 annual hours for special programs).
- Developing and managing a comprehensive Catholic Program, including Faith Formation, Sacramental preparation, Youth Ministry, RCIA, bulletin production, and material procurement.
- Planning and executing Catholic RE programs at Foothills Chapel and other designated locations.
- Maintaining records, preparing publicity materials, and managing budget aspects.
- Recruiting, training, supporting, and supervising volunteers, and providing teacher training.
- Coordinating with the Protestant RE Coordinator for Vacation Bible School (VBS) programming.
- Ensuring compliance with Air Force mission requirements and standards.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ), Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business (Total Small Business Set-Aside, FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 813110 (Religious Organizations), with a $13 million small business size standard.
- Product Service Code: G099 (Other Social Services).
- Period of Performance: One base year (March 25, 2026 - March 24, 2027) and four option years, with a potential six-month extension, extending through March 24, 2031.
- Place of Performance: Beale Air Force Base, CA (Foothills Chapel or as directed).
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on a best value methodology, as clarified by Amendment 001. Offerors must provide a 5-page technical approach detailing their ability to meet requirements, along with a detailed quote separating CLINs. Supporting documents required include a current Basic Catechist Certification, a current resume, and references. Quotes will be rated as Acceptable or Unacceptable.
Submission Requirements & Key Dates
- Questions Due: February 17, 2026, 1000 PST.
- Quotes Due: February 25, 2026, 1000 PST.
- Submission: Electronically to both points of contact.
- Required Documents: Completed FAR 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications), 5-page technical approach, detailed quote, Basic Catechist Certification, resume, and references.
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system for payment processing.
Points of Contact
- Capt. Estefania Restrepo: estefania.restrepo@us.af.mil
- Cali McVay: cali.mcvay.1@us.af.mil