Bid guide
How to bid on Catholic Worship Director services for the DEPT of Defense
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, is seeking a Catholic Religious Director. This role involves providing chaplain services at the base chapel.
This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The contract has a base period from September 1, 2026, to November 30, 2026, with the possibility of up to four additional option years. This could be a stable, long-term engagement for the right vendor.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 5, 2026. If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be submitted by August 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST. Questions should be emailed to [email protected] and [email protected] in a .pdf, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx document.
Quotes are due by August 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. All quotes must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected] and [email protected]. The email subject line must include "RFQ FA462526Q1103- Catholic Worship Director". The entire quotation must be in a single email and not exceed 6 pages. Quotes must remain valid for 60 calendar days from the submission deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small businesses in the professional services category, under NAICS code 813110 (Religious Organizations), with a size standard of $13.0 million. Firms providing chaplain or religious services are the target for this solicitation.
The place of performance is Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, so vendors should be prepared to provide services on-site at the chapel.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Before submitting your quote, ensure your business is actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Failure to be registered will make your quote ineligible. Your submission must include a firm-fixed-price quote, a technical capability narrative detailing how you meet the specifications, and two past performance references for similar projects completed within the last three years.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) to understand all requirements. Your technical capability narrative must clearly demonstrate how your services comply with these specifications. A quote with only pricing and no technical details will not be accepted.
The government intends to award without discussions, so make your initial submission as complete and clear as possible. While they reserve the right to request clarifications, assume your first submission is your best and only chance. Ensure your past performance references are relevant to the scope and complexity of this opportunity, as past performance is a key evaluation factor.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.