RFPCLOSED
Save

City of Mountain House - Drone Light Show Services - COM2501 (2025)

City of Mountain House logoCity of Mountain House
Due
Dec 5, 2025
Deadline passed
Posted
Nov 13, 2025
Primary contact
Amanda Durbin
(209) 831-2300

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

The City of Mountain House is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide professional drone light show services for future community events in Summer 2026, including Independence Day, City Birthday, and State of the City celebrations. The scope requires complete production including lighting control systems, FAA authorizations, flight planning, safety inspections, on-site licensed pilots, and music/audio integration for a minimum fleet size of 200 to 300 drones and a 10-15 minute show length. Proposals are due by December 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. PST via email to [email protected]. Vendors must meet FAA, safety, insurance, and DIR public works registration requirements, and submit separate technical and price proposal PDFs.

What you must deliver

See full RFP for details, Including required examples of past projects, Team experience, Litigation history, And resumes.

How it's scored

Report on preparation, qualifications and experience, References, Interview

Get notified when Mountain House posts the next one.

Get alerts free

Free account · 30-second setup · No credit card

Summary

The City of Mountain House is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide professional drone light show services for future community events in Summer 2026, including Independence Day, City Birthday, and State of the City celebrations.

The scope requires complete production including lighting control systems, FAA authorizations, flight planning, safety inspections, on-site licensed pilots, and music/audio integration for a minimum fleet size of 200 to 300 drones and a 10-15 minute show length. Proposals are due by December 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. PST via email to [email protected]. Vendors must meet FAA, safety, insurance, and DIR public works registration requirements, and submit separate technical and price proposal PDFs.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

4
  • Report on preparation
  • Qualifications and experience
  • References
  • Interview

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

5
  • See full RFP for details
  • Including required examples of past projects
  • Team experience
  • Litigation history
  • Resumes
Scope location
Mountain House, CA

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from City of Mountain House?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 5, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Amanda Durbin.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including City of Mountain House in CA, 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.

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 Amanda Durbin at (209) 831-2300. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: See full RFP for details, Including required examples of past projects, Team experience, Litigation history, And resumes.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

Show 4 more questions

What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?

This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Report on preparation, qualifications and experience, References, Interview" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from City of Mountain House?

All active and historical solicitations from City of Mountain House are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Mountain House 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. Review the full document from City of Mountain House for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mountain House, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

Work in government? Get Civic IQ free →

Start finding government buyers today.
It's free.

B2G and SLED sales intelligence. Surface government procurement signals from 100,000+ state, local, and education agencies months before the RFP.

Get started free

No credit card required