Patriotic Holiday Lighting for July 4th at Doral Central Park (Purchase Under $50,000)

The City of Doral is soliciting proposals for patriotic lighting and décor enhancements to be installed at Doral Central Park in preparation for its Independence Day celebration on July 4, 2026. The event requires the installation of red, white, and blue lighting elements across key areas including the main entrance, 11 park pavilions, the amphitheater, 10 palm trees, two VIP areas, and the 200 ft by 34 ft façade of the Community Center. Lighting must be operational for approximately 3 to 4 weeks beginning in early June and removed no earlier than July 5. Due to limited electrical infrastructure, all lighting solutions must be solar-powered or battery-operated, and vendors are required to provide detailed technical specifications including power and voltage requirements, estimated battery life, and plans for recharging or replacing batteries throughout the display period. The project is under $50,000 and structured as a Firm Fixed Price contract with deliveries F.O.B. destination to 3005 NW 92nd Ave, Doral, FL. Vendors must submit a complete proposal including visual renderings of proposed lighting concepts for each location, a certification that the bid is free from collusion or anti-competitive behavior, and a Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Doral as an additional insured, covering Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Workers Compensation. All submissions must be made electronically by the deadline of May 4 or May 6, 2026, with clarification needed on exact submission timing. No standard FAR clauses or federal certification requirements such as UEI or CAGE codes are applicable, as this is a local, low-value procurement. Pricing must be firm and exclude state and federal sales taxes, and vendors must disclose lead times from PO issuance. Installation and removal schedules are strictly defined, and all materials must be capable of sustained operation under outdoor conditions without access to grid power. There are no evaluation factors or award criteria published, and the award will be made based on vendor submissions that meet the technical and operational requirements as described.