City of St. Petersburg - Fireworks Displays - RFP- 26 - 348 (2026)
City of St. PetersburgCity · St. Petersburg, FL- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Gabriella Greiner
- (727) 893-4248
The 30-second brief
The City of St. Petersburg is seeking proposals from qualified fireworks vendors to design, furnish, and deliver safe, high-quality aerial fireworks displays for City celebrations, including the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve events at Vinoy Park. The selected vendor will provide a complete fireworks program featuring professional-grade fireworks shells ranging from 3 inches to 6 inches, with minimum shell counts of 3,200 for the 4th of July and 1,600 for New Year's displays, alongside show design, choreography, staffing, safety planning, permitting support, regulatory compliance, equipment, setup, and on-site execution. Requirements include an ATF 54 license, U.S. DOT hazardous materials registration, a 26-foot launch barge when required, and compliance with local waterfront operating conditions. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting on November 2, 2026, and a question deadline of November 6, 2026.
One (1) twenty-minute fireworks display for the Fourth of July celebration with a minimum of 3, 200 shells ranging from three inches to six inches; Two (2) ten-minute fireworks displays for the New Year's Eve celebration with a minimum of 1, 600 shells each ranging from three inches to six inches; optional additional displays as requested by the City
Qualifications and Experience of Firm and Staff (40%), Project Approach (35%), Cost Analysis (15%), Business Enterprise Program Outreach and Utilization (10%)
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Summary
The City of St.
Petersburg is seeking proposals from qualified fireworks vendors to design, furnish, and deliver safe, high-quality aerial fireworks displays for City celebrations, including the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve events at Vinoy Park. The selected vendor will provide a complete fireworks program featuring professional-grade fireworks shells ranging from 3 inches to 6 inches, with minimum shell counts of 3,200 for the 4th of July and 1,600 for New Year's displays, alongside show design, choreography, staffing, safety planning, permitting support, regulatory compliance, equipment, setup, and on-site execution. Requirements include an ATF 54 license, U.S. DOT hazardous materials registration, a 26-foot launch barge when required, and compliance with local waterfront operating conditions. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting on November 2, 2026, and a question deadline of November 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
One (1) twenty-minute fireworks display for the Fourth of July celebration with a minimum of 3, 200 shells ranging from three inches to six inches; Two (2) ten-minute fireworks displays for the New Year's Eve celebration with a minimum of 1, 600 shells each ranging from three inches to six inches; optional additional displays as requested by the City
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Transmittal Letter
- Qualifications and Experience of Firm and Staff
- Project Approach/Proposal
- Cost Analysis
- Business Enterprise Outreach and Utilization
- Vendor_Reference_Form.pdf
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/stpete
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- St. Petersburg, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of St. Petersburg?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/stpete. For questions, contact Gabriella Greiner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of St. Petersburg in FL, 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 Gabriella Greiner at (727) 893-4248. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) twenty-minute fireworks display for the Fourth of July celebration with a minimum of 3, 200 shells ranging from three inches to six inches; Two (2) ten-minute fireworks displays for the New Year's Eve celebration with a minimum of 1, 600 shells each ranging from three inches to six inches; o. 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: "Qualifications and Experience of Firm and Staff (40%), Project Approach (35%), Cost Analysis (15%), Business Enterprise Program Outreach and Utilization (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of St. Petersburg?
All active and historical solicitations from City of St. Petersburg are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of St. Petersburg regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Transmittal Letter, Qualifications and Experience of Firm and Staff, Project Approach/Proposal, Cost Analysis, Business Enterprise Outreach and Utilization, Vendor_Reference_Form.pdf. Review the full document from City of St. Petersburg for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Petersburg, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.