Audio & Light Services for Events - Request for Quote

The City of Pontiac seeks to hire a qualified sound and lighting contractor to support public events, ceremonies, and community programming requiring professional-grade audio and visual production. This service is critical to ensure reliable, high-quality experiences for attendees, meet safety and technical standards, and accommodate varying venue sizes and outdoor conditions. A contracted provider will offer specialized expertise, equipment, and on-site support that municipal staff cannot deliver in-house due to resource and staffing limitations. The contractor must be capable of adapting to event-specific needs, operating under tight timelines, and maintaining compliance with local codes and noise ordinances.

The City of Pontiac hosts a variety of public events throughout the year, including festivals, parades, ceremonies, and community gatherings that require dependable sound and lighting support. These events often occur in diverse settings—both indoors and outdoors—and attract large audiences, making the quality and reliability of audio-visual services essential for public safety, crowd engagement, and event success. Historically, in-house resources have proven insufficient to meet the technical demands and rapid setup requirements of these events. As a result, the City of Pontiac is seeking to engage a professional sound and lighting contractor with the expertise, equipment, and flexibility necessary to deliver high-quality production services tailored to each event’s unique needs.