When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on July 22, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $21,476. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction. The work is located in Columbus, Ohio, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Faith-based organization or individual provider with Protestant chaplaincy experience. Demonstrated experience delivering pastoral care in correctional or institutional settings. Qualified clergy able to lead worship services and religious education classes. Capability to provide grief support, crisis care, and religious consultation. Familiarity with inmate services, visitation protocols, and referral coordination. Located in or able to reliably serve Columbus, Ohio.

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Overview

Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

Columbus, Ohio, United StatesPosted: July 15th, 2026Deadline: July 22nd, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Columbus, Ohio is requesting Protestant chaplain services for inmates, including worship services, religious education, pastoral care, and referrals. Questions are due by July 21, 2026.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be appropriately credentialed by representative faith group
Must demonstrate previous experience in providing religious services
Must submit License to Preach and/or Certificate of Ordination
Must submit current Ecclesiastical Endorsement by sponsoring denomination
Must be able to work weekends/Sundays
Must be able to work in confined resident or inmate areas
Must be able to be on call for emergency situations

BUDGET

Estimate

$21,476

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

The contract term begins July 1st, 2026 and ends June 30th, 2027, with the ability to be renewed for 2 additional biennials.

Issuing Agency

Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a vendor to provide Protestant chaplain services. The selected provider will conduct weekly Protestant worship services, offer religious study or education classes, and deliver general pastoral care to Protestant inmates.

The scope of pastoral care may include consultation on religious matters, grief support, and crisis care. Visitation services may be required for inmates housed in special units such as segregation, hospital or infirmary areas, living units, and visiting rooms. The provider will also be expected to make referrals for inmates to appropriate services when needed.

Questions related to this opportunity must be submitted no later than July 21, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on July 22, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $21,476. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction. The work is located in Columbus, Ohio, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Faith-based organization or individual provider with Protestant chaplaincy experience
Demonstrated experience delivering pastoral care in correctional or institutional settings
Qualified clergy able to lead worship services and religious education classes
Capability to provide grief support, crisis care, and religious consultation
Familiarity with inmate services, visitation protocols, and referral coordination
Located in or able to reliably serve Columbus, Ohio

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