NO. 23-42 Aerial Fireworks Display

The City of Huntsville, Texas is seeking proposals for an annual Fourth of July aerial fireworks display program through Bid #23-42 Aerial Fireworks Display. The contract will cover five consecutive years, from 2024 to 2028, with the successful bidder responsible for the setup, launching, and cleanup of a minimum 20-minute fireworks program that includes an opening display, main display, and grand finale. Bidders must provide a detailed description of the proposed display, including the number, type, and size of shells, as well as a payment schedule and any applicable fees. The selection criteria will focus on the responsiveness of the bid, the creativity and value of the fireworks display, and the bidder's responsibility and experience. Bids are due by October 26, 2023, and the City anticipates awarding the contract in November 2023. The initial contract term will be for the 2024 July 4th event, with four optional one-year renewals.

This contract opportunity is limited to the Walker County jurisdiction in the state of Texas. No set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond are mentioned in the provided documents. The City has an estimated budget of $30,000 per year for the fireworks display, and reserves the right to award to multiple providers or a single provider, as well as to cancel or postpone the display due to inclement weather or local restrictions on fireworks and burning.