How to bid on Religious Program (Chaplains) services for the DEPT of Defense

What the Navy is buying and why it matters

The Department of Defense, through NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center, Norfolk, is seeking Roman Catholic priest services. These services are needed to support the Religious Program requirements at Naval Air Station Oceana Chapel and Dam Neck Annex Chapel.

This opportunity is a firm-fixed-price contract set aside for small businesses. It falls under NAICS code 813110, which covers Religious Organizations. For vendors in this category, this is a direct opportunity to provide essential religious support to military personnel.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on August 04, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. All quotes must be received by this time.

Performance of services is required within 30 days after the contract is awarded. It is critical to submit your quote on time, as late submissions are generally not considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses that can provide Roman Catholic priest services. The NAICS code 813110 (Religious Organizations) has a size standard of $13 million, meaning your business must meet this standard to qualify as a small business for this bid.

Vendors should have the capability to deliver services at multiple U.S. locations, specifically Naval Air Station Oceana and Dam Neck Annex Chapel in Virginia. Experience in providing religious services, particularly within a military context, would be relevant.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation documents, you need to go to the original source on the portal. You may need to click the link twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage. Some documents may require a free account to view.

The solicitation and any amendments will only be available for download from the portal; hard copies will not be issued. All questions regarding this requirement should be directed via email to Sarah Celestin, Contract Specialist, at [email protected].

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your business is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. This is a mandatory requirement; you must be registered before award, during performance, and through final payment. Lack of SAM registration will make your firm ineligible for an award.

Carefully review all requirements outlined in the solicitation, including any specific qualifications for the priest services. Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, ensure your proposed pricing accurately reflects all costs associated with providing the services.

Double-check that your quote explicitly addresses all aspects of the Navy's needs for religious programs at both chapel locations. Clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the delivery timeline of 30 days after contract award.