Town of North Providence - Fourth of July Fireworks Display Services 2026
Town of North ProvidenceCity · North Providence, RI- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Town of North Providence, Rhode Island seeks proposals from qualified vendors to provide a professional, minimum 30-minute fireworks display for the Fourth of July celebration on July 3, 2027 (Rain Date: July 5, 2027) at Governor Notte Park Field on Douglas Avenue. The scope includes personnel, materials, insurance, and computerized controlled displays featuring continuous firing without significant breaks, opening/body/finale shell sequences, site search light inspection for live dud material immediately after the display, and final cleanup by 9am the next day. Submissions are due by 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, 2000 Smith Street, North Providence, RI. The contract may be extended for a second, third, fourth, and fifth year. Evaluation criteria include Bid Amount (50%), Ability to perform described services (20%), Experience (10%), Previous Performance (10%), and Credentials/Qualifications (10%).
Opening: 2.5” X 10 Col Chain (40 shells), 2.5” X 10 Sal Chain (20 shells). Body: 2.5” X 2 FLT (96 shells), 3: shells (144 shells), 3: X 3 FLT (72 shells), 3: X 10 COL Chain (60 shells), 4” shell (108 shells), 5” shell (48 shells), 6” shell (36 shells). Finale: 2.5” X 10 COL Chain (200 shells), 2.5” X 10 SAL Chain (100 shells), 3” X 10 COL Chain (40 shells), 3” X 10 SAL Chain (20 shells), 4” X 6 COL Chain (30 shells), 5” X 5 BRO Chain (10 shells)
Bid Amount (50%), Ability to perform described services (20%), Experience (10%), Previous Performance (10%), Credentials/Qualifications (10%)
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Summary
The Town of North Providence, Rhode Island seeks proposals from qualified vendors to provide a professional, minimum 30-minute fireworks display for the Fourth of July celebration on July 3, 2027 (Rain Date: July 5, 2027) at Governor Notte Park Field on Douglas Avenue.
The scope includes personnel, materials, insurance, and computerized controlled displays featuring continuous firing without significant breaks, opening/body/finale shell sequences, site search light inspection for live dud material immediately after the display, and final cleanup by 9am the next day. Submissions are due by 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, 2000 Smith Street, North Providence, RI. The contract may be extended for a second, third, fourth, and fifth year. Evaluation criteria include Bid Amount (50%), Ability to perform described services (20%), Experience (10%), Previous Performance (10%), and Credentials/Qualifications (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Opening: 2.5” X 10 Col Chain (40 shells), 2.5” X 10 Sal Chain (20 shells). Body: 2.5” X 2 FLT (96 shells), 3: shells (144 shells), 3: X 3 FLT (72 shells), 3: X 10 COL Chain (60 shells), 4” shell (108 shells), 5” shell (48 shells), 6” shell (36 shells). Finale: 2.5” X 10 COL Chain (200 shells), 2.5” X 10 SAL Chain (100 shells), 3” X 10 COL Chain (40 shells), 3” X 10 SAL Chain (20 shells), 4” X 6 COL Chain (30 shells), 5” X 5 BRO Chain (10 shells)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bidder information form, statement of specific type of fireworks proposed to be used, statement of insurance, statement of proposed subcontractors, statement of contracts performed in other cities or towns, proof that insurance company is licensed in Rhode Island, proof of general liability coverage ($2,000,000 general aggregate and $2,000,000 each occurrence), statement of insurance claims for past three years, written statement granting permission to verify claim information, proof of operator's Rhode Island Restricted or Full Blasters Licenses, list of shells by name size and EX number, description of show sequence/firing rate/duration, glossary of terms, date of incorporation/partnership and officer details, description of onsite staffing, description of firing method
- Submit to
- Office of the Purchasing Agent, Town Hall, 2000 Smith Street, North Providence, R.I.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- North Providence, RI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of North Providence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 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: Office of the Purchasing Agent, Town Hall, 2000 Smith Street, North Providence, R.I..
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of North Providence in RI, 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: Opening: 2.5” X 10 Col Chain (40 shells), 2.5” X 10 Sal Chain (20 shells). Body: 2.5” X 2 FLT (96 shells), 3: shells (144 shells), 3: X 3 FLT (72 shells), 3: X 10 COL Chain (60 shells), 4” shell (108 shells), 5” shell (48 shells), 6” shell (36 shells). Finale: 2.5” X 10 COL Chain (200 shells), 2.5”. 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: "Bid Amount (50%), Ability to perform described services (20%), Experience (10%), Previous Performance (10%), Credentials/Qualifications (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of North Providence?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of North Providence are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of North Providence 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bidder information form, statement of specific type of fireworks proposed to be used, statement of insurance, statement of proposed subcontractors, statement of contracts performed in other cities or. Review the full document from Town of North Providence for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: North Providence, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.