FIREWORKS DISPLAY - MWR DLA SUSQUEHANNA
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Family & Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (FMWR) is soliciting quotes for a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract to provide a fireworks display at the Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna, New Cumberland, PA, on July 2, 2026. This opportunity supports the FMWR Susquehanna Summerfest 2026. Quotes are due March 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, equipment, materials, permits, expertise, and cleanup for a comprehensive fireworks display. Key requirements include:
- Obtaining all necessary local, county, and state fireworks permits and approvals, including a Pennsylvania shooter's license and transportation license. Copies of permits must be submitted 15 days in advance.
- Providing an insurance certificate for public liability, property damage, and workers' compensation with minimums of $500,000 per person, $1,000,000 per occurrence (liability), and $1,000,000 per occurrence (property damage).
- Ensuring pyrotechnicians meet Pennsylvania licensing standards.
- Supplying necessary mortars, racks, and firing equipment.
- Completing cleanup of the firing area and performing a safety sweep.
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive quality control plan.
- The event will proceed on July 2, 2026, rain or shine, unless deemed unsafe by leadership; there is no designated rain date.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: July 2, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Questions Due: March 3, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Quotes Due: March 12, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Published Date: March 2, 2026 (Amendment P00001 published Feb 26, 2026)
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose quote represents the Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer. Technical acceptability will be determined by evaluating quoted requirements against technical criteria. The NAFI will evaluate the three lowest-priced quotes for technical acceptability, reserving the right to evaluate additional quotes. Evaluation factors include:
- Factor 1: Technical Capability
- Factor 2: Delivery
Additional Notes
This event is part of the FMWR Susquehanna Summerfest 2026, celebrating the country's Semiquincentennial year, with an expected attendance of 3,000-3,500. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award, and a Unique Entity ID (UEI) is required within three calendar days after award. Attachments include a Wage Determination (J-1) and Contractor Installation Access requirements (J-2), which are critical for understanding labor costs and personnel access procedures. Fireworks may not be stored on Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna property.