Catholic Musician Services

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, issued as a Request for Proposal (RFQ) under FAR Part 12 procedures. The Regional Contracting Office, Marine Corps Recruit Depot- Parris Island, SC, intends to solicit and award a Firm Fixed Price contract for Catholic Musician Services. This solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-aside.

• Services: Catholic Musician Services.

• Contract Structure: One (1) twelve-month base period and two (2) twelve-month option periods.

• NAICS Code: 711130 (Amateur Bands, Orchestras, and Musical Groups) with a size standard of $15,000,000.

• Applicable Regulations: FAR Part 12, FAR Subpart 13, Federal Acquisition Circular 2024-04, and DFARS Publication 20240425.

• Incorporated Provisions/Clauses: Contained in SF1449 M0026326QD013, which is attached to this synopsis.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: One 12-month base period and two 12-month option periods.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code has a size standard of $15,000,000.

• Proposal Submission: In accordance with FAR Part 12 and instructions in SF1449. Offerors must include a completed copy of provision 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items).

• Evaluation: Comparative evaluation based on price and other non-price factors. Unacceptable quotations will be eliminated first. The remaining quotations will be arranged from lowest to highest price. A comparative assessment will be conducted on at least the two lowest priced quotes. Award will be made to the offeror whose quote is determined to have both a fair and reasonable price and to be the most advantageous to the Government.

• Vendor Questions: Accepted no later than 2 days after the issue date of the solicitation. Questions received after this date may not be answered.

• Key Deadline: Closing date and time for solicitation is May 22, 2025, 2:00 PM (EST).

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

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued separately.

• All other additional contract requirements are found in the attached SF 1449.

• Primary: Andrea Learn (andrea.n.learn.civ@usmc.mil, 843.228.3813)

• Secondary: Randy Wentworth (randy.wentworth@usmc.mil, 843.228.2151)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to provide Catholic Musician Services for the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island, SC. The services are required for weekly Sunday Catholic Masses for both recruits and permanent personnel, as well as support for non-recurring special services, major feasts, and holy days.

• Provide Catholic musical support, including organ/keyboard/piano performance, musical interpretation, and accompanying hymns and chants.

• Support weekly Sunday Masses for recruits (8:00 AM - 9:45 AM EST) and permanent personnel (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EST).

• Provide support for up to twenty (20) weekday services for major feasts and holy days (11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST), with at least two weeks' advance notice.

• Provide support for up to five (5) special services.

• Musicians must be able to read music and be proficient in traditional and contemporary Catholic worship music.

• An audition and interview with the Command Chaplain or representative are required, demonstrating proficiency and ability to work with choirs and accompany services.

• Any proposed musician changes after award will require re-auditioning.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: Base period of twelve (12) months with two (2) twelve-month option periods.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 711130 has a size standard of USD 15,000,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: May 22, 2026, 02:00 PM local time.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to the Contract Specialist.

• Evaluation Factors: Price, Past Performance, and Other Factors (meeting salient characteristics, specifications, deliverables, or performance requirements).

• The government intends to evaluate offers and award without discussions.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 711130 (Theaters (except Broad-Way), Musical Groups, Concert Promoters, and Performing Arts Companies)

• Solicitation number: M0026326QD013

• The solicitation includes FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text.

• Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5799, Revision No. 32) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work under the Service Contract Act in South Carolina, specifically within the Counties of Beaufort.

• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupational codes, and their associated minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and are to follow the occupational listing.
• Geographic Area: Specific to South Carolina, Counties of Beaufort.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining specific requirements and minimum rates for contracts awarded on or after certain dates.
• Benefits: Details required Health & Welfare benefits, vacation time, and paid holidays.
• Footnotes: Explains specific conditions for certain occupations, such as Computer Employees and Air Traffic Controllers/Weather Observers.
• Hazardous Pay Differential: Outlines differential pay for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Specifies requirements for contractor provision or reimbursement of uniforms.
• Conformance Process: Describes the procedure for requesting additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a solicitation that requires services covered by the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. Bidders must use these wage rates and benefit requirements when calculating their labor costs for proposals to ensure compliance with federal regulations. Failure to adhere to these minimums can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance.

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

To provide musical services for weekly Sunday Catholic Mass and support for non-recurring special services at Marine Corps Recruit Depot-Parris Island (MCRDPI).

• Perform weekly Sunday Catholic Mass services for recruits (8:00 AM - 9:45 AM) and permanent personnel (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM).

• Provide support for up to twenty (20) weekday services for major feasts and holy days (11:30 AM - 12:30 PM), with at least two weeks' advance notice.

• Provide support for up to five (5) special services for recruits and five (5) for permanent personnel.

• Services must be performed by qualified personnel with appropriate combinations of education, training, and experience.

• Contractor must manage timeliness, completeness, and quality of problem identification and provide corrective action plans.

• Ensure customer satisfaction and professional/ethical behavior of personnel.

• Contract includes a Base Period of 12 months and two 12-month Option Periods.

• Locations include: All Weather Training Facility (Recruit Services), Depot Chapel (Permanent Personnel Services), and Recruit Chapel (Special Services), all located at MCRD Parris Island, SC.

• Services are non-personal; the Government will not supervise contractor employees or control their methods.

• Contractor must vet and approve any subcontracted musicians with the Command Chaplain.

• Minimum qualifications for musicians include one year of experience in traditional/contemporary Catholic worship music, ability to read music, and proficiency in traditional/contemporary Catholic worship and music.

• An audition and interview with the Command Chaplain or representative are required during source selection, demonstrating proficiency in organ/keyboard/piano, musical interpretation, and performance. Musicians must be able to work with choirs/singers, harmonize melodies, and accompany hymns/chants.

• Any musician changes after contract award require re-auditioning.

• Contractor must submit a personal vita detailing qualifying experience.

• Contracted musicians must be available for the first Sunday Catholic service following their audition.