SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · PORT OF SAN DIEGO

    DRONE SHOW STUDY

    Issued by Port of San Diego
    localRFIPort of San DiegoSol. 26-05SN
    Closed
    STATUS
    Closed
    due Mar 16, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    Feb 26, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    Port of
    local
    NAICS CODE
    541690
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    Port of San Diego seeks information on feasibility and logistics for a drone show integrated with the 2027 Big Bay Boom fireworks event, including potential event expansion and infrastructure planning.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    26-05SN
    Type / RFx
    RFI
    Status
    Bidding
    Level
    local
    Published Date
    February 26, 2026
    Due Date
    March 16, 2026
    NAICS Code
    541690AI guide
    Jurisdiction
    Port of San Diego
    Agency
    Port of San Diego

    Description

    The District is initiating an implementation study to assess the feasibility, logistics, and potential impacts of incorporating a drone show into the annual “Big Bay Boom” Fourth of July 2027 fireworks celebration, and the consideration of the expansion of the event into the South Bay.This Request for Information (RFI) shall address Technical Requirements and Implementation Roadmap, which focuses on identifying the technical and logistical feasibility of producing a large-scale drone-based or hybrid drone/fireworks show on or around District Tidelands with emphasis on infrastructure needs, operational planning and cost. Please access the Information Requirements and Instructions to Respondents by downloading the RFI solicitation under the "Documents" tab. Pre-Bid Meeting Information: No Online Q&A: Yes Location Information: Department: Procurement Services Address: 3165 Pacific HighwaySan Diego, California92101 County: San Diego

    Key dates

    1. February 26, 2026Published
    2. March 16, 2026Responses Due

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    SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.

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