---
title: "Run Bristol"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069da6"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069da6.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-20"
---

# Run Bristol

Buyer: BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069da6

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## Summary

Bristol City Council is planning a procurement process titled "Run Bristol," focused on recreational, cultural, and sporting services, specifically the delivery of 10k and Half Marathon mass participation running events. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a formal tender expected to be noticed by 1st January 2027. The contract period is set from 10th February 2027 to 10th January 2030, indicating a long-term engagement opportunity. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring wide participation and competition. The contract's total estimated value is set at £3,730,000, with procurement activities to take place within the United Kingdom.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in organising large-scale sporting events. Companies with expertise in event management, logistics, and community engagement will find this contract particularly relevant. The open procedure allows all qualified businesses to participate, encouraging competitive tenders and promoting growth opportunities within the industry. With the value being significant, successful bidders can leverage this project to enhance their credibility and market positioning in both the public and private sectors.

## Notice

Run Bristol (Delivery of 10k and Half Marathon mass participation running events)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046470-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jan 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2027 - 10 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,730,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 13:49 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046470-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046470-2026
  20th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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