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City of Philadelphia·Pennsylvania

Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rental - Philly Fair 250

Closes 5/19/2026$5k – $20kInvitation for Bid
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Description

The City of Philadelphia is seeking a vendor to provide tethered hot air balloon ride operations for the Philly Fair 250 event. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The vendor must provide a tethered hot air balloon system with a capacity of up to 12 passengers per ride cycle, and must deliver, set up, operate, and break down the system. The event will take place on June 21, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. • The contract will result in a "Firm Limit" contract for a one-time purchase. • The vendor must quote all items in order to be eligible for award. • The City reserves the right to award the contract as a whole or by line item, whichever is in the best interest of the City. • The vendor must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and safety guidelines.

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Contact

Joanne Aponte-Hewitt

[email protected]

Key dates

Opened
5/13/2026
Closes
5/19/2026
Duration
4 hours

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Broadcasting and Media
NAICS
487990
Solicitation №
B2626870

Budget estimate

$5,000 – $20,000

The budget for this opportunity is not explicitly stated in the document. However, based on the information provided, it can be estimated that the budget will be in the range of $5,000 to $20,000, considering the costs of equipment, labor, and other expenses associated with providing tethered hot air balloon ride operations for a 4-hour event. The actual budget may vary depending on the vendor's quote and the City's budget for the event.

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