Professional Fireworks Display Services

Tarleton State University's Purchasing Department is requesting bids on professional fireworks display services for designated home football games during the 2027 football season under ITB 04-TSUATH-ITB-0023, with sealed bids due August 31, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Texas Resident Bidders may claim preference under applicable state procurement rules.

The scope includes custom field-level special effects for team introductions featuring flame and cryogenic effects, and close-proximate pyrotechnic displays for team introductions, national anthems, touchdowns, and game-win celebrations using approved equipment such as mines, comets, and concussion effects. The contractor must coordinate with University Athletics regarding game schedules, show timing, and operational requirements and maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The bidder must hold all required licenses, certifications, and insurance throughout the agreement term and demonstrate qualifications through evidence of comparable professional experience.

The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, transportation, permits, licenses, insurance, setup, firing, cleanup, and programming necessary for complete fireworks displays and special effects. Bids should include pricing for a total fireworks and special effects package per home football game and additional pricing for playoff games. Place of performance is Stephenville, Texas. The University reserves the right to cancel the contract without penalty with thirty days' written notice or immediately due to non-performance. Any agreement is contingent upon legislative appropriation of funds. Sealed bids are submitted to Tarleton State University's Procurement Department in Stephenville or electronically through the specified bidding platform.