Borough of South Plainfield Labor Day Aerial Firework Display RFP 2026
Borough of South PlainfieldCity · South Plainfield, NJ- Due
- Mar 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
The Borough of South Plainfield is soliciting proposals for a Labor Day aerial fireworks display scheduled for September 7, 2026, with a rain date of September 19, 2026. The base proposal requires a minimum 20-minute display featuring specific shell counts: 241 opening shells, 1093 body aerial shells (up to 5"), and 494 ground finale shells. The scope includes electronic firing, clean-up, first light inspection, and licensed hazmat delivery. An alternate add-on proposal is requested for a 3-4 minute patriotic finale enhancement featuring red, white, and blue effects and a '1776' sky-effect. Bidders must provide proof of general liability, commercial transportation, and workers' compensation insurance, along with NJ Business Registration and Federal Explosives licenses. Proposals are due by March 4, 2026.
Itemized list of shell sizes and types, Brief description of effects, Compensation quote, Cancellation fee, Setup fee, Postponement fee, Fire permit, Certificate of insurance, NJ DCA checklist, Hold Harmless Agreement, Federal Explosives License, NJ Business Registration Certificate, FAA notification letter, Digitized drawing of display area
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Summary
The Borough of South Plainfield is soliciting proposals for a Labor Day aerial fireworks display scheduled for September 7, 2026, with a rain date of September 19, 2026.
The base proposal requires a minimum 20-minute display featuring specific shell counts: 241 opening shells, 1093 body aerial shells (up to 5"), and 494 ground finale shells. The scope includes electronic firing, clean-up, first light inspection, and licensed hazmat delivery. An alternate add-on proposal is requested for a 3-4 minute patriotic finale enhancement featuring red, white, and blue effects and a '1776' sky-effect. Bidders must provide proof of general liability, commercial transportation, and workers' compensation insurance, along with NJ Business Registration and Federal Explosives licenses. Proposals are due by March 4, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Itemized list of shell sizes and types
- Brief description of effects
- Compensation quote
- Cancellation fee
- Setup fee
- Postponement fee
- Fire permit
- Certificate of insurance
- NJ DCA checklist
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Federal Explosives License
- NJ Business Registration Certificate
- FAA notification letter
- Digitized drawing of display area
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- General liability insurance
- Commercial transportation insurance
- NJ Business Registration Certificate
- NJ Political Contribution Disclosure
- State workers’ compensation
- Submit to
- Borough Clerk’s office, Municipal Building, 2480 Plainfield Avenue, South Plainfield, New Jersey 07080
- Scope location
- South Plainfield, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Borough of South Plainfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Borough Clerk’s office, Municipal Building, 2480 Plainfield Avenue, South Plainfield, New Jersey 07080.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Borough of South Plainfield in NJ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Itemized list of shell sizes and types, Brief description of effects, Compensation quote, Cancellation fee, Setup fee, Postponement fee, Fire permit, Certificate of insurance, NJ DCA checklist, Hold Harmless Agreement, Federal Explosives License, NJ Business Registration Certificate, FAA notificatio. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of South Plainfield?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of South Plainfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of South Plainfield regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: general liability insurance, commercial transportation insurance, NJ Business Registration Certificate, NJ Political Contribution Disclosure, State workers’ compensation. Review the full document from Borough of South Plainfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: South Plainfield, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.