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title: "T2526-050 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT FOR THE HALF MARATHON"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05aa98"
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buyer: "LISBURN AND CASTLEREAGH CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-10-08"
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# T2526-050 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT FOR THE HALF MARATHON

Buyer: LISBURN AND CASTLEREAGH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05aa98

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## Summary

The Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council is overseeing a public procurement process for traffic management services for the Lisburn Half Marathon, 10K, and Fun Run. This tender is categorised under the services industry and specifically involves traffic control services. The process is at the tender stage, and interested parties can submit proposals until 5th November 2025. The project is based in Lisburn, UK, with a recurring annual event on the third Wednesday of June, necessitating final traffic management plans by April each year. The procurement method is open competition and is tailored for services below the financial threshold. The total contract value is GBP 61,756, with possible extensions over four additional years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in traffic management, particularly those adept at handling large community events. Companies with experience in road traffic control and community event management are well-suited to meet the requirements outlined, especially given the expectation of over 5,000 participants. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the lot is deemed suitable for such businesses. With an emphasis on efficient and safe road handling, the contract can significantly enhance a company’s portfolio and establish a foothold in the public sector services related to event traffic logistics.

## Notice

Introduction The Lisburn Half Marathon Event is a road race programme consisting of three races: Half Marathon, 10K and Fun Run. The event will take place on 3rd Wednesday of June each year starting at 6.30pm and finishing at approximately 9.30pm. The awarded tenderer will be dedicated to the event on the evening from 4.00pm until the finish of the event. Set-up and take down times will vary across the Half Marathon site and will be confirmed at pre-event meetings. Background The event attracts over 5,000 participants for the three races. This is a community event using roads around central Lisburn and the surrounding area (see maps below), causing major traffic issues. We require a Traffic Management company to manage the roads as efficiently as possible, providing a safe environment for the runners whilst minimising traffic congestion. Timeframes Event date: 3rd Wednesday of June every year Final Plans, Maps and junction details required by: 1st April each year, however there will be a requirement for draft versions at a multi-agency meeting in March each year. Details of which will be agreed upon award of contract. Pre Contract Meetings and Location: To be agreed on award of contract. Scope The scope of the contract includes: * Traffic Management for the Lisburn Half Marathon, 10K and Fun Run. * Plans, Maps and Photographs of sites along the route. * Road Closure notices * Traffic Management infrastructure * Provision of suitable staff levels * Contract Management

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Option of 4 x 1 year extensions

Renewal: Option of 4 x 1 year extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063308-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £61,756 |
| Lots value | £61,756 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LISBURN AND CASTLEREAGH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LISBURN |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT27 4RL |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Local authority | Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Electoral ward | Hillhall |
| Westminster constituency | Lagan Valley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63712700 - Traffic control services

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2025 at 12:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063308-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063308-2025
  8th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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