Protestant Worship Director

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide a Protestant Contemporary Worship Service Music Director for Whiteman AFB.

• Lead music selection and performance for contemporary worship services according to Protestant traditions.

• Select worship songs, offertories, and contemporary religious music.

• Direct music team rehearsals.

• Support service members' rights for religious expression and freedom.

• Coordinate and plan Protestant Contemporary Services with the Senior Protestant Chaplain.

• Direct the Worship Team.

• Select and distribute songs to the Worship Team at least 24 hours prior to rehearsal.

• Assist with setup and tear down of musical equipment.

• Arrive 10 minutes prior to rehearsals and 30 minutes prior to services/events.

• Maintain a written log of work performed.

• Vocal proficiency equivalent to a "Good" rating or higher, assessed on pitch accuracy, tone quality, articulation, and expression (minimum 24/30 points).

• Instrumental proficiency (preferred) may earn up to 5 bonus points.

• Familiarity with operating sound systems and worship music projection systems.

• Familiarity with CCLI web-based music programs and display software.

• Whiteman AFB, MO.

• Up to 112 units per year, with a unit defined as one worship service, rehearsal, or meeting (up to two hours).

• Applicant must provide a resume and a 1-3 minute video of vocal performance.

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of the Christian Faith (Protestant) and familiarity with Protestant Contemporary musical traditions.

• Training and experience in worship planning and musical instrument abilities (keyboard and/or guitar preferred).

• Ability to recruit volunteer musicians and vocalists, build cohesive music teams, and lead congregational worship.

• Ability to work cooperatively with chapel staff and members of other faith groups.

• Must undergo successful background checks (DoDI 1402.5).

• Comply with DoD security regulations for For Official Use Only (FOUO) material.

• Report security threats to appropriate government authorities.

• Implement key control procedures.

• Safeguard government property and facilities.

• Replacements must meet qualifications and be approved by the chaplain; long-term replacements (over 2 weeks) are not permitted.

• All equipment and supplies will be provided by the Whiteman AFB Chaplain Corps.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act" for the state of Missouri, specifically for the area encompassing Henry, Johnson, Pettis, and Saline counties. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work subject to the Service Contract Act.

• Occupational Listing: Details numerous job titles categorized under different sectors (e.g., Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Health Occupations, Information Technology, etc.).
• Wage Rates: Specifies the minimum hourly wage for each listed occupation.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and are to follow the occupational listing. Specifics on Health & Welfare benefits ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week) and Health & Welfare under Executive Order 13706 ($5.09 per hour or $203.60 per week) are provided.
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage rate adjustments).
• Vacation and Holidays: Outlines paid vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 8 years, 4 weeks after 15 years) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Footnotes: Provides specific clarifications for certain occupations, such as Computer Employees and Air Traffic Controllers, and details hazardous pay differentials.
• Conformance Process: Explains the procedure for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a contract in the specified Missouri counties. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements to be compliant. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can lead to contract violations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items to procure religious Protestant Worship Services. This announcement is the sole solicitation, and quotes are requested; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The contract will be for a base period plus four option years (5 years total).

• Provision of religious Protestant Worship Services as detailed in the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) dated 27 Jan 2026.

• Contract Type: Base + 4 Option Years (5-year contract).

• Service Contract Act applies.

• RFQ Number: FA462526Q1027

• RFQ Due Date: 10 March 2026, 10:00 A.M. CST

• Submission Method: Email to reid.richardson@us.af.mil and cc molly.nussbaum@us.af.mil.

• Evaluation Factors: Quotes will be evaluated on PART I - PRICE (Complete Price Schedule) and PART II – Technical Capabilities (based on PWS information). Technical Capabilities and Price are weighted equally and must both receive an ACCEPTABLE rating.

• Proposal Submission Requirements: Include company name, UEI Number, Cage Code, Total Yearly Revenue, and information determining business size. A resume (max 3 pages) and video (max 4 minutes) are also required.

• Price Firmness: Vendor agrees to hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the quote receipt date.

• Questions Due: 3 March 2026, 10:00 A.M. CST, via email to the same addresses.

• This is a total small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 813110, Religious Organizations, with a size standard of $13.0M.

• All companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Contractors are required to achieve CMMC status of level 1 at time of award.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel this RFQ.

• .zip files are not an acceptable format for submission.

• If email attachments exceed 10 MB, contact the contracting office for alternate instructions.

• The Government intends to award without discussions.

• Attachments include: PWS, Price Schedule, Provisions and Clauses, and Wage Determination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document serves as a Price Schedule and Amendment Acknowledgement for the Protestant Worship Director (Contemporary Worship) opportunity at Contract Whiteman AFB for FY26. Bidders are required to complete and acknowledge this form as part of their submission.

• Description: Details the services required, specifically "Protestant Worship Director IAW Performance Work Statement (PWS)".
• Period of Performance (POP): Includes a Base Year (1 Apr 26 – 30 Nov 26) and four Option Years (1 Dec 26 – 30 Nov 27, 1 Dec 27 – 30 Nov 28, 1 Dec 28 – 30 Nov 29, 1 Dec 29 – 30 Nov 30).
• Quantity (Qty): 8 Months for the Base Year, 12 Months for each Option Year.
• Unit of Issue: Months.
• Unit Price & Extended Amount: Fields for bidders to enter pricing. The extended amount must equal the whole dollar unit price multiplied by the quantity.
• Total Evaluated Price: A field to sum up the total cost.
• Price Acknowledgement: A section for the bidder to sign and date, acknowledging the pricing structure.

This document is critical for bidders as it outlines the pricing structure for the Protestant Worship Director services. Bidders must carefully complete the Unit Price and Extended Amount fields for each contract period (Base Year and Option Years) and ensure the total evaluated price is accurate. The signed acknowledgement confirms understanding and agreement with the pricing requirements. This will directly impact proposal preparation and evaluation.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, "Attachment 3 - Provision and Clauses.pdf," lists clauses that are incorporated by reference into a contract or solicitation. It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the contractual terms and conditions that will apply to the opportunity.

• The document is organized into a table listing Clause Number, Alternate/Development Number, Clause Title, Year, and Section.
• It includes a wide range of clauses, such as those related to:
  • Requirements and Representations (e.g., Compensation of Former DoD Officials, Whistleblower Rights, Antiterrorism Training, Prohibition on Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment).
  • Small Business and Socioeconomic Programs (e.g., Competition for Religious-Related Services, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside).
  • Financial and Payment Terms (e.g., Electronic Submission of Payment Requests, Levies on Contract Payments, Limitation of Government's Obligation).
  • Performance and Compliance (e.g., Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information, Service Contract Labor Standards).
• Some clauses are marked as "Deviation," indicating they may have specific modifications.
• A section titled "CLAUSES IN FULL TEXT" provides the full text for specific clauses, such as 252.204-7017.

Bidders must review these incorporated clauses to understand their rights and obligations under the potential contract. This includes understanding requirements related to reporting, compliance, payment, and potential restrictions. The "Limitation of Government's Obligation" clause is particularly important as it details how incrementally funded contracts will be managed and what actions are required from the contractor regarding funding notifications.