SAM #FA302226Q0321

Catholic Religious Education Coordinator Services Solicitation for Columbus AFB Chapel

This opportunity is for Catholic Religious Education Coordinator services at the Columbus Air Force Base Chapel, managed by the Wing Chaplain office of the U.S. Air Force. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, Columbus Air Force Base, Wing Chaplain - Services Requested: - Catholic Religious Education Coordinator to provide leadership and administrative support for Catholic RE programs - Responsibilities include sacramental preparation, event coordination, budget management, volunteer recruitment, and program publicity - Average of 5 hours per week, with peak periods up to 20 hours - Unique Requirements: - Active participation and in-depth knowledge of the Catholic Faith - Completion of the Catechist Certification Program required by the Archdiocese of Military Services within six months of contract award - At least one year of experience coordinating Catholic RE events and programs - Skills in sacramental preparation, children’s liturgies, RCIA, and money management - Mandatory background check for all contractors working with children under eighteen, per federal law and DOD regulations - Resume with references required - Contract Details: - Base period of one year, with up to four additional 12-month option years - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified; this is a service-based procurement.

Description

Scope of Responsibilities. Provides leadership and administrative support for Catholic RE programs, RE events, and RE resource management for the Columbus AFB Chapel. The Catholic RE Coordinator works closely with the Catholic Chaplain or Auxiliary Priest to ensure budgets, program schedules, publicity, and other program requirements are developed and implemented.

Duration of this contract is 28 September 2026 – 27 September 2027 (with three option year)

Education and Experience Requirements. The Catholic RE Coordinator must:

Must be active in and have an in-depth knowledge of the Catholic Faith and a commitment to the Catholic Faith.

Must provide a resume (limited to 5 pages) with two (2) references, not more than two years old, validating education and experience requirements listed herein to include sacramental preparation (including First Communion, Reconciliation, and Confirmation programs), children’s liturgies, and Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Additionally, must have 1 years’ experience coordinating and conducting Catholic RE events and other seasonal Catholic religious programs (e.g. Christmas and Easter lessons/classes).

Must complete the Catechist Certification Program required by the Archdiocese of Military Services within 6 months after being awarded the contract.

Demonstrate a basic understanding of the spiritual growth process of individuals and groups in the Catholic Faith. Contractor must be able to clearly express basic Catholic doctrine and liturgical law.

Demonstrate basic skill in money management related to the Catholic RE programs to include: creation and management of a budget, resourcing RE programs/classes, and managing special collections (e.g. contributions collected during RE events/classes for humanitarian relief, missions, ministry projects, etc.).

The Contractor shall complete and submit personnel background check application within twenty (20) working days after award date to the Chaplain Corps background check program manager for processing. It is mandatory that all contractors working with children under the age of eighteen (18) have a background investigation. The contract must be able to receive clearance from a background investigation IAW public Law 101-647, Section 231 (Crime Control Act of 1990 and DODI 1402.5, Criminal History Background Checks on Individuals in Child Care Service Position). An adverse finding from this investigation may result in a termination of services.

Contractor agrees to work in a pluralistic environment where they may come in contact with members from various faith groups and/or viewpoints. Contractor will be professional and not denigrate individuals with a different religious perspective or viewpoint.  

See the attached Performance Work Statement for more information.

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