Protestant Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE)

SOL #: M67400-26-RFI-0005Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
COMMANDING OFFICER
FPO, AP, 96371-9001, United States

Place of Performance

Iwakuni, JP-35, Japan

NAICS

Religious Organizations (813110)

PSC

Other Social Services (G099)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Jan 30, 2026
2
Last Updated
Feb 2, 2026
3
Response Deadline
Feb 9, 2026, 6:00 AM

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 Navy / Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCIPAC) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified vendors for Protestant Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) services at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni (MCASI), Japan. This effort aims to support acquisition planning for an anticipated Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract. Responses are due February 9, 2026.

Scope of Work

The anticipated requirement is for a contractor to provide comprehensive Protestant Religious Education (PRE) program support for elementary-age children (Grades K-5). Key responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating overall program management, logistical support, and activities.
  • Recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising volunteers for Children's Church and Vacation Bible School (VBS).
  • Conducting 52 weekly Children's Church meetings (1 hour each) and 2 Holiday Specials annually.
  • Planning, coordinating, and supervising a 3-day VBS program annually.
  • Maintaining volunteer rosters, program records, and forecasting resources.
  • Attending monthly meetings with Chapel Staff and submitting various reports (monthly, annual, after-action, incident/complaint).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
  • Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
  • Anticipated Duration: One base year (March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027) and two one-year option periods.
  • Place of Performance: Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni (MCASI), Japan.
  • NAICS: 813110 – Religious Organizations
  • Set-Aside: None specified.
  • Questions Due: February 4, 2026 (COB)
  • Responses Due: February 9, 2026 (COB)
  • Published: February 2, 2026

Submission Requirements

Interested vendors must submit a written Statement of Capabilities demonstrating their ability to meet the Draft PWS requirements. Submissions should include:

  • Point of Contact (name, phone, email)
  • Unique Entity ID (UEI)
  • Contractor address
  • Business size under NAICS 813110
  • Intent to subcontract (if applicable) Vendors must have an active SAM registration, not appear on the Excluded Parties List, and possess required certifications. One year of relevant experience in religious education and program coordination is required.

Additional Notes

This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. No contract award will be made from responses to this notice. Submissions should be emailed to sakuta.hiroshi.ja@usmc.mil and daniel.nachlas@usmc.mil.

People

Points of Contact

Hiroshi SakutaPRIMARY
SSgt Daniel NachlasSECONDARY

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