University of Louisville Workday #1140476

University of Louisville Solicits Fireworks and Pyrotechnics Displays for Athletic Events

The University of Louisville is seeking a vendor to provide and execute fireworks and pyrotechnics displays at home games for its major athletic programs. - Government Buyer: - University of Louisville, Department of Procurement Services - Products and Equipment Requested: - Fireworks and pyrotechnics displays for football, men's and women's basketball, volleyball, and baseball home games - Mobile flame carts (5 units: 2 for football, 2 for volleyball, 1 for basketball) - Remote controlled flame boxes (2 units for basketball goal stanchions) - Cold sparks (3 units for basketball pregame) - Smoke devices (3 units, including fire extinguishers and small smoke device for football tunnel) - Services Requested: - Production and execution of fireworks and pyrotechnics displays, including pre-game, in-game, and post-game shows - Coordination with university staff and integration with event media (videos, public address announcements) - Notable Requirements: - Displays must comply with safety regulations and be performed by trained personnel - Vendor must provide insurance coverage - Effects to be synchronized with event production and tailored to enhance the fan experience - University is open to new ideas and equipment to further enhance shows, especially for football and basketball - Budget: - Estimated contract value between $140,000 and $150,000 - Period of Performance: - Initial contract for the 2025-26 sports season, with options to renew for up to three additional seasons - No specific OEMs or named vendors are mentioned in the solicitation

Description

This contract with the University of Louisville, Department of Procurement Services is for the execution of fireworks and pyrotechnics displays at University of Louisville Football, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Volleyball, and Baseball home games at their respective venues. The vendor will produce displays as part of the pre-game, in-game, and post-game production to enhance the fan experience, coordinated with a University representative. The contract includes an option for renewal for future seasons upon mutual consent. The displays will incorporate various effects such as smoke devices, flame units, and pyrotechnics synchronized with videos and public address announcements.

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