2022 Fourth of July Fireworks Request for Proposal

The City of Pittsburgh is seeking proposals for a 25-minute fireworks display to be held on July 4, 2022, at the confluence of the three rivers. This Request for Proposal (RFP #2022-RFP-066) targets qualified vendors capable of providing a fireworks show similar in scope to the 2021 display. Prospective contractors must submit electronic proposals through the City's e-Procurement Portal, including comprehensive documentation such as team qualifications, work plans, and project schedules. The RFP requires vendors to establish safety perimeters, design a patriotic display with a grand finale, provide detailed staffing information, and obtain necessary permits from the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire. Evaluation criteria will be weighted across multiple categories: firm qualifications (15%), project team qualifications (15%), project approach (30%), cost proposal (30%), and MWDBE/VOSB participation (10%). Key dates include a deadline for questions on March 28, 2022, and a proposal submission deadline of April 4, 2022, at 3:00 pm, with the City planning to review and award the contract in April 2022.

The City demonstrates a strong commitment to encouraging participation from minority-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned small businesses, with specific participation goals outlined in the RFP. While the City will acquire the barges for the display, the selected contractor will be responsible for maritime insurance, listing both the City of Pittsburgh and the barge provider as additional insured parties. The RFP does not specify a precise budget range or award value for the fireworks contract. Contractors must be prepared to collaborate closely with City staff, attending meetings to discuss all aspects of the fireworks show. The procurement appears open to a wide range of qualified vendors, with an emphasis on diverse business participation and comprehensive technical and logistical capabilities for executing a professional Independence Day fireworks display.