Delano #381

Delano Holiday Drone Light Show Services

The City of Delano is seeking an operator to design and deliver a holiday-themed aerial drone light show for a community celebration. - Government buyer: City of Delano, California; no sub-agency or office is identified. - Requested service: One approximately 20-minute Christmas- and holiday-themed drone show at Delano High School Stadium. - At least 200 drones are required; a fleet of 300–500 or more is preferred. - Include holiday choreography, synchronized audio, full-color LED drones, and custom event branding or logo integration where applicable. - Operator responsibilities: Show design, programming and choreography; drones and launch/control equipment; FAA permits and airspace coordination; site survey and pre-event testing or rehearsal; on-site pilots, technical crew and safety personnel; and post-show equipment removal and site restoration. - Notable requirements: Provide FAA authorizations, a safety plan covering crowd-buffer zones and emergency procedures, operational weather limits, backup systems, pilot qualifications, and references. Insurance must include drone liability coverage of at least $2 million per accident, as well as the specified general and automobile liability coverage. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, manufacturers, or vendors are named in the opportunity.

Description

The City of Delano is soliciting proposals from qualified operators to provide a professional aerial drone light show for its Christmas Celebration Event on December 5, 2026, at Delano High School Stadium. The approximately 20-minute show must use at least 200 drones, with preference for 300–500 or more, and include holiday-themed choreography, synchronized audio, full-color LED capability, and custom animation options. The vendor is responsible for show design and programming, FAA permitting and compliance, site survey and rehearsal, equipment, on-site crew and safety personnel, and post-event removal and site restoration. Proposals are due October 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST and must be submitted by email to the City Clerk.

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