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City of Florence·South Carolina

Bid Number 2026-08 Invitation to Bid: Drone Light Show

Closes 2/16/2026$100k – $300kInvitation for Bid
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Description

The City of Florence is seeking a qualified vendor to deliver a full‑service, turnkey drone light‑show for its 4th of July celebration at the Florence Soccer Complex. The contractor must provide at least 200 synchronized LED drones, obtain all FAA and local permits, design a patriotic choreography, conduct rehearsals, and manage launch, recovery, and site restoration. All equipment, staffing, insurance, and safety plans are required, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, subject to local/MBE preferences. • Minimum 200 drones, 10‑15 minute custom choreography • Full FAA airspace authorization, permits, safety & emergency plans • On‑site launch, recovery, rehearsals, and post‑show restoration • All costs (including 8 % SC sales tax) must be included in a single total bid • Deadline for sealed bids: Feb 16 2026 2:00 pm; questions due Feb 9 2026

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Contact

Lynwood F. Givens(Purchasing Agent)

[email protected]

Key dates

Opened
2/5/2026
Questions due
2/9/2026
Closes
2/16/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Event Services
NAICS
711310
Solicitation №
2026-08 Invitation to Bid: Drone Light Show

Budget estimate

$100,000 – $300,000

Based on industry benchmarks for large‑scale drone light shows (200+ units), costs typically range from $100 k for a basic setup to $300 k for a highly customized, fully staffed production with permits, safety planning, rehearsals, and post‑event restoration. Factors influencing the final price include drone count, choreography complexity, travel/logistics, insurance, and any weather‑contingency provisions.

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