Request for Proposal for Fireworks Display July 4, 2025

The Borough of Naugatuck is seeking bids for a professional fireworks display to be conducted on Friday, July 4, 2025, with a rain contingency date of Saturday, July 5, 2025. This procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation targeting vendors capable of providing a comprehensive fireworks performance for the municipality's Independence Day celebration. The solicitation (FY26-B113) will be open from March 20, 2025, at 7:00 AM EDT until April 3, 2025, at 11:00 AM EDT, during which time potential vendors can obtain bid documents at no cost from the Borough's official website. Vendors are mandated to review the website within two days of the scheduled bid opening to check for potential addenda or updates to the solicitation. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Sandra Lucas-Ribeiro, DPW Recreation Director, who can be reached at (203) 720-7044 or slucas@naugatuck-ct.gov for any questions or clarifications regarding the fireworks display requirements.

The Borough of Naugatuck demonstrates a commitment to inclusive procurement by explicitly encouraging submissions from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Small Business Enterprises (SBEs). As an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, the municipality seeks to create opportunities for diverse business participation. While the solicitation does not specify a precise budget or estimated contract value for the fireworks display, it indicates that delivery terms will be Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be defined by the selected vendor. The procurement is specifically targeting New Haven County and is designed to secure a professional fireworks provider capable of executing a high-quality Independence Day celebration. No incumbent vendor information or specific technological integration requirements were detailed in the available documentation, suggesting this is likely an open and competitive bidding process with opportunities for new vendors to demonstrate their capabilities.