Buckley SFB - Catholic Priest

This sources sought notice issued by the Buckley Space Force Base under solicitation number F1K0AA6132A001 is a market research action conducted in accordance with FAR Part 10 to determine the best method of procurement for Roman Catholic priest services. The requirement seeks a qualified Catholic Priest to provide religious services including Sunday and weekday Masses, sacramental ministry such as Baptism, Confirmation, Penance, Marriage, and the Sacrament of the Sick, along with religious education, spiritual enrichment programs, and pastoral care for military personnel, their families, and authorized individuals at Buckley SFB in Aurora, Colorado. The work is structured around a 20-hour weekly schedule with mandatory weekend and holiday availability, and performance is governed by strict standards aligned with the Archdiocese for the Military Services Priests' Manual and the General Instruction on the Roman Missal. A valid DD Form 2088 Statement of Ecclesiastical Endorsement from the Archdiocese for the Military Services is a mandatory, non-negotiable requirement for any offeror, and the position requires adherence to DoD 1304.28 for clergy qualifications. The contract is structured as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 813110, and the government is seeking socioeconomic data, capabilities statements, and information on existing government vehicle contracts to inform future procurement decisions. The proposed contract includes a one-year base period with four additional one-year option periods, totaling up to four and a half years if all options are exercised, but no pricing information is being solicited at this time. The contractor must meet rigorous security, compliance, and administrative requirements, including Tier 1 background checks and fingerprinting due to regular contact with minors, compliance with DoD 5400-7-R regarding Controlled Unclassified Information, and full adherence to base traffic and installation regulations. All government-issued property, including keys, badges, and equipment, must be safeguarded, and unauthorized duplication or loss must be reported immediately. The contractor is liable for any damage to government property caused by negligence, and final payment is contingent on the return of all items. Quarterly meetings with the Contracting Officer’s Representative are required to review performance, and a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan will govern acceptance using annual parish satisfaction surveys, punctuality metrics, and sacramental documentation accuracy as measurable criteria. The contractor must also submit an annual program review and obtain prior approval for any publicity or promotional materials. Access to the installation requires