City of Florence Fireworks Display Bid 2026-07
City of FlorenceCity · Florence, SC- Due
- Feb 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lynwood F. Givens
The 30-second brief
The City of Florence is seeking sealed bids from qualified and licensed fireworks display companies to provide a professional fireworks display during the City's 4th of July Celebration at the Florence Soccer Complex.
Show design, Choreography, And execution; fireworks product, Racks/mortars, Electronic firing system, And equipment; federal/state/local permits and inspections; safety plan and site layout; licensed pyrotechnic operators and staffing; coordination with City staff and emergency services; site preparation, Debris removal, And cleanup; optional services (music synchronization, Special effects, Etc.); staffing plan and responsibilities; secure launch area; on-site supervision by certified lead pyrotechnician.
Price, Experience, References
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Summary
The City of Florence is seeking sealed bids from qualified and licensed fireworks display companies to provide a professional fireworks display during the City's 4th of July Celebration at the Florence Soccer Complex.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Experience
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Show design, Choreography, And execution
- Fireworks product, Racks/mortars, Electronic firing system, And equipment
- Federal/state/local permits and inspections
- Safety plan and site layout
- Licensed pyrotechnic operators and staffing
- Coordination with City staff and emergency services
- Site preparation, Debris removal, And cleanup
- Optional services (music synchronization, Special effects, Etc.)
- Staffing plan and responsibilities
- Secure launch area
- On-site supervision by certified lead pyrotechnician
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Estimated construction schedule
- Warranty information
- References
- Proof of insurance
- Proof of federal/state/local license and permits
- Safety plan
- Submit to
- City Center, 324 W. Evans Street, 3rd Floor, Florence, SC 29501-3431
- Scope location
- Florence, South Carolina
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Florence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 11, 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: City Center, 324 W. Evans Street, 3rd Floor, Florence, SC 29501-3431. For questions, contact Lynwood F. Givens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Florence in SC, 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 Bid 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Lynwood F. Givens. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Show design, Choreography, And execution; fireworks product, Racks/mortars, Electronic firing system, And equipment; federal/state/local permits and inspections; safety plan and site layout; licensed pyrotechnic operators and staffing; coordination with City staff and emergency services; site prepar. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, Experience, References" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Florence?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Florence are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Florence 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 Bid?
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: Estimated construction schedule, warranty information, references, proof of insurance, proof of federal/state/local license and permits, safety plan.. Review the full document from City of Florence for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Florence, South Carolina. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
