Director of Protestant Music Ministries - Dover AFB

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Notice type
Sources Sought
Solicitation #
FA4497-27-Protestant_Music_Ministries_Director
NAICS
711130
PSC
G002
Set-aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Posted
July 14, 2026
Response due
July 24, 2026
Place of performance
Dover AFB, DE

What this opportunity is

The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to provide non-personal services as the Director of Protestant Music Ministries at Dover Air Force Base. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, announced through a Sources Sought notice, requires a contractor to provide one music director and one music accompanist for weekly Protestant worship services. The contractor will work a total of 2.5 hours per week for 52 weeks, with the possibility of additional hours for special services, meetings, and training, and must submit hours worked through iRAPT/WAWF for monthly payment.

Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.

Description

1 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: The contractor shall provide all personnel, labor, materials, and transportation to provide non-personal service in support of the Dover Air Force Base Chapel for all Sunday Protestant worship services Director of Protestant Music Ministries contract. The contractor is responsible to provide one music director and one music accompanist for one Protestant worship service. The Chapel will provide the contractor with all musical materials and facilities necessary to perform their duties. The program is multi-faceted and requires a high degree of coordination and cooperation with military and civilian activities and authorities. The contractor must demonstrate an understanding of the religiously pluralistic and sensitive arena of numerous faith groups and denominational traditions. The contractor accomplishes the terms of the contract in compliance with the mission requirements and standards set forth and defined by the PWS. Activities and behavior to the contrary are viewed as grounds for contract termination. 2 PURPOSE: The purpose of this Performance Work Statement (PWS) is to cover faith specific duties related to the Director of Protestant Music Ministries contract. 3 WORK HOURS: 3.1 Director of Protestant Music: The position will require 1 Protestant rehearsal per week and 1 Protestant performance per week. The length of the Protestant rehearsal shall be a minimum of one (1) hour. The length of the Protestant performance shall be a minimum of one (1) hour. The contractor shall also arrive at least 30 minutes (0.5 hours) prior to the worship service start time for set up. This PWS covers 1 weekly Protestant rehearsal, 1 weekly Protestant performance, and 30 minutes of set up for a total of 2.5 weekly hours for fifty-two (52) weeks per annum. This PWS also covers 1 Quarterly Performance Meeting. The length of this meeting shall be a maximum of one (1) hour per quarter (for a total of 4 hours annually). Additionally, this PWS covers thirty (30) anticipated hours annually for special services, meetings, and training, for a maximum of 164 hours annually. 3.2 Changes to the core hours must be coordinated through the Chaplain and contracting officer and accomplished via a modification prior to any changes taking place. Hours worked each week will be submitted through iRAPT/WAWF for payment monthly. Changes to the core hours must be coordinated through the Chaplain and PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT Director of Protestant Music Ministries Dover AFB, DE -- 1 of 14 -- contracting officer and accomplished via a modification prior to any changes taking place. Hours worked each week will be submitted through iRAPT/WAWF for payment monthly. 4 QUALIFICATIONS: The contractor shall: 4.1 Provide resumes for the Music Director and Musician demonstrating a minimum of two (2) years of experience leading, planning, and executing music within a Protestant congregational worship setting. 4.2 Demonstrate proficiency in playing the acoustic guitar, with the ability to lead congregational singing, play from chord charts/lead sheets. Demonstrate proficiency in playing the piano, including the ability to sight-read music appropriate for traditional and contemporary worship, is highly preferred. 4.3 Demonstrate experience with a wide range of Protestant denominational music styles, including traditional hymns, gospel, and modern contemporary Christian music. 4.4 Provide formal, signed documentation (such as a letter of good standing) from their current pastor or active church leadership dated within the last 60 days, verifying that they are an active, practicing member in good standing within a Protestant Christian congregation. 5 GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The contractor shall: 5.1 Submit to Criminal History Background Check and Installation Records Check (IRC)* as described in DoDI 1402.05. Criminal History Background Checks on Individuals in Child Care Services. Found on the Executive Services Directorate. The contractor will acquire all guidance required to complete the background check and/or IRC from the chapel administrative office upon contract award date. Upon favorable completion of IRC, contractors may provide services under line-of-sight supervision until the background check is completed (if required). If the contractor has received a background check from another military installation, proof of the check must be provided or obtain a new one. The contractor has the right to obtain a copy of the background check report and must contact the chapel administrative office to obtain it. If the IRC or background check comes back with unfavorable results, the contractor has the right to challenge the accuracy and completeness of the information in the report. Final decision on whether to continue contract or use unfavorable result as a basis for termination of contract lies with Wing Chaplain in coordination with Contracting Officer. *This paragraph applies to contractors working with youth below 18 years of age unsupervised or contractors that manage volunteers that work with youth below 18 years of age unsupervised. 5.2 Coordinate with the Chapel staff and Volunteer Program Manager to verify that all permanent volunteers working with youth under 18 years of age without line-of-sight supervision have completed and cleared the required background check and IRC prior to performing duties. 5.3 Work in close coordination with the Wing Chaplain or their designee, acknowledging -- 2 of 14 -- that the Wing Chaplain maintains ultimate oversight and direction of all Chapel programs and services. 5.4 Perform at and provide musical support for Protestant worship services, as well as any special worship services or programs coordinated with the Chaplain. 5.5 The contractor shall be available to meet with the Wing Chaplain, or a designated representative, to discuss formal performance, scheduling, or contract-related administration. These administrative meetings will be scheduled

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