Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
www.santa-ana.org/parks
Item # 14
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
June 2, 2026
TOPIC: Pyrotechnics and Fireworks Show for the 4th of July Celebration Event
AGENDA TITLE
Agreement with Pyro Spectaculars, Inc. for a Pyrotechnics and Fireworks Show for the 4th of July Celebration Event (Specification No. 26-069) (General Fund)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Pyro Spectaculars, Inc. to provide a pyrotechnics and fireworks show for the 4th of July Celebration Event, in an amount not to exceed $34,815 for a term beginning June 2, 2026 and expiring July 30, 2026 (Agreement No. 2026-XXX).
GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: Yes
DISCUSSION
This year’s 4th of July celebration marks the 250th anniversary of the nation’s independence. In accordance with purchasing guidelines, the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency requests approval for a new agreement with Pyro Spectaculars, Inc. for this year’s celebration. Pyro Spectaculars, Inc. provides pyrotechnics and fireworks shows for various engagements. The agreement will provide a 20-minute firework production to celebrate this year’s 4th of July at Centennial Park.
All pyrotechnic equipment, trained pyrotechnicians, shipping, and related products will be provided by Pyro Spectaculars.
Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 26-032 was issued on March 11, 2026 on the City’s online bid management and publication system. A summary of vendor participation and results is as follows:
210 Vendors notified
1 Santa Ana Vendor notified
14 Vendors downloaded the RFP packet
2 Responsive proposals received
0 Responsive proposals received from Santa Ana vendors
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Proposals were solicited, opened on April 7, 2026, and evaluated. Two proposals were submitted by the RFP deadline. However, after completing the review process, none of the submitted proposals were able to fully meet the operational and production needs required for the event, specifically the specialized fireworks component necessary to deliver the level of programming and show experience expected for the City's event. As a result, all vendors that participated in the RFP process were ultimately rejected. Due to the time-sensitive nature of event planning and the necessity of securing a qualified provider capable of meeting all event requirements, the Department reached out to Pyro Spectaculars for vendor services. Pyro Spectaculars has successfully provided fireworks services for the City over the past five years with consistent professionalism, reliability, and strong safety performance. Their demonstrated experience with City events, familiarity with operational logistics, ability to meet the required fireworks specifications, and proven track record of successful event execution make them the most qualified vendor to fulfill the City’s needs at this time. Retaining an experienced and dependable vendor is critical to ensuring public safety, maintaining event quality standards, and delivering a successful community event.
Santa Ana Municipal Code, Section 2-807(c) authorizes the City to make non-bid purchases in situations where no bids are received or all bids are rejected.
Staff requests to enter into an agreement with Pyro Spectaculars, Inc. Although the agreement amount would fall within the City Manager’s authority of $50,000, the City had previous contracts with the vendor that total $52,335, including this agreement, during the 2025-26 Fiscal Year. As a result, this new agreement would exceed the City Manager’s authority and thus requires City Council approval.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
There is no environmental impact associated with this action.
FISCAL IMPACT
The full amount to be paid will be made in FY 25-26. Funds are budgeted and available in the following account for the specified year, subject to City Council approval:
Fiscal
Year
Accounting
Unit-Account #
Fund
Description
Accounting Unit,
Account Description
Amount
FY 25-26 01113017-62300 General Fund PRCSA-Service
Enhancement, Contractual
Services-Professional
$34,815
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EXHIBIT(S)
1. Agreement with Pyro Spectaculars, Inc.
2. Proposal submitted by Pyro Spectaculars, Inc.
Submitted By: Hawk Scott, Executive Director of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency
Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager