JULY 4th, 2025 CELEBRATION FIREWORKS SHOW

The City of Dalton Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a professional fireworks display to be held on July 4th, 2025, at the North Georgia AG Fairgrounds located at 500 Legion Dr. in Dalton, Georgia. The procurement seeks a licensed and permitted fireworks supplier to execute an aerial display lasting a minimum of 20 minutes, with shell sizes ranging from 3 to 6 inches, and limited use of 2-inch shells as filler. Prospective vendors must submit comprehensive proposals including proof of licensing, a minimum $1,000,000 liability insurance policy, and three references from similar previous shows. The evaluation criteria will assess proposals across four key dimensions: Responsiveness (10 points), Show Content (30 points), Responsibility (20 points), and Cost of Services (40 points). Critical deadlines include the RFP publication on December 12, 2024, proposal submissions due by January 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and project award anticipated for January 21, 2025. Vendors are required to conduct 5 test shots at the show location to evaluate spectator sightlines and must be currently listed on the City of Dalton Vendor list.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Proposals are open to all qualified vendors meeting the specified requirements, with a strict budget cap of $35,000 for the entire fireworks display. The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bidding process without indicating preferences for minority-owned, small, or local businesses. Proposals must be physically submitted to the City of Dalton-Finance Department at 300 W. Waugh Street, Dalton, GA 30720, and clearly marked "Dalton Parks- Fireworks RFP". While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the comprehensive evaluation criteria suggest the city is seeking a high-quality, professional fireworks display with demonstrated experience in executing similar large-scale community events. The relatively modest budget of $35,000 indicates this is a mid-sized municipal event requiring professional pyrotechnic expertise and precise execution.