4th of July Firework Display

The City of Iowa City is seeking a qualified vendor to design, supply, and execute an annual Fourth of July fireworks display at Hubbard Park for the next five years. The contract includes all labor, materials, permits, insurance, safety measures, setup, coordination with city officials, and post‑event cleanup. Vendors must hold federal explosives licenses, provide $10 M liability coverage, and submit detailed show plans and pricing (budget capped at $35,000 per year). The award will be based on a 100‑point scoring system covering display length, quality, variety, company history, and past performance. The selected vendor will perform displays on specific dates from 2027‑2031, each with a rain‑date option, and must attend a pre‑site inspection at no cost to the city. • Scope: Full‑service fireworks display (design, supply, execution, safety, permits). • Location: Hubbard Park, downtown Iowa City; audience view from University of Iowa Pentacrest. • Duration: 30‑minute show, beginning at 9:45 PM. • Annual budget: $35,000 (total approx. $175,000 over 5 years). • Required qualifications: Federal explosives license, $10 M liability insurance, trained operators, compliance with NFPA 1123/1124. • Evaluation criteria: Length, quality, variety, company history, past performance (total 100 points). • Timeline: Questions due 10/22/2026, proposals due 10/30/2026, contract term 5 years with possible renewals not specified.