When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on July 21, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $12,000.

It was issued by City Of Owensboro. The work is located in Owensboro, Kentucky, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Licensed professional fireworks display company. Experience producing airport or large public event fireworks shows. Capability to synchronize pyrotechnics with musical soundtracks. Strong safety compliance record and required insurance coverage. Familiarity with local permitting and public event coordination in Kentucky.

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Events, Printing & Promotional Goods

Owensboro, Kentucky, United StatesPosted: July 11th, 2026Deadline: July 21st, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a qualified fireworks vendor to deliver a professional, music-coordinated air show display at a county regional airport in Kentucky for events in September 2026 and 2028. The planned show length is approximately 12 to 13 minutes.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a federally licensed pyrotechnician
Must provide and maintain required insurance coverage naming the City of Owensboro as an additional insured
Must provide qualified and licensed transportation personnel as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation
Must certify compliance with NFPA 1123 and NFPA 1124 standards
Must have a valid City business license
Must provide a complete list of personnel handling fireworks, including their qualifications and certifications
Must provide at least three references for comparable fireworks shows performed within the past five years

BUDGET

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$12,000

TIMELINE

Open Date: July 10th, 2026

Questions Due Date: July 14th, 2026

Close Date: July 21st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 14th, 2026

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Issuing Agency

City Of Owensboro

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DESCRIPTION

The procuring organization is seeking a vendor to provide professional fireworks services for an air show at a county regional airport in Kentucky. The scope includes delivering a coordinated fireworks display for air show events planned for September 2026 and 2028.

The fireworks show is expected to run approximately 12 to 13 minutes and must be synchronized with a musical soundtrack. Questions related to the solicitation must be submitted by July 14, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on July 21, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $12,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of Owensboro. The work is located in Owensboro, Kentucky, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Licensed professional fireworks display company
Experience producing airport or large public event fireworks shows
Capability to synchronize pyrotechnics with musical soundtracks
Strong safety compliance record and required insurance coverage
Familiarity with local permitting and public event coordination in Kentucky

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