The Urban Planning and Environment Department of the Seville City Council has launched a new contract for the supply and installation of 1,000 cyclist lane separators. The aim is to increase the safety and visibility of a network that already accounts for almost 10% of the city's total travel.

This initiative, with a budget of 91,100.90 euros (VAT included), responds to the relocation of bike lanes from sidewalks to the roadway. This strategy aligns with recommendations from the DGT (General Directorate of Traffic) and the Seville Bicycle Program 2020, seeking to reduce pedestrian interference and establish cycling as an efficient urban mobility method.

The new separators are notable for their high visibility, especially at night. Made from 100% recycled and recyclable PVC, they feature a photoluminescent component that activates with sunlight or artificial light, emitting luminescence for over 12 hours. Additionally, they have high-intensity reflective white paint on their ends, making them visible from more than 400 meters, which helps protect bike lanes from motorized vehicle incursions.

Currently, Sevilla's cycling network, spanning over 200 kilometers, features up to four different types of separators due to various construction phases and trials. This contract aims to achieve greater uniformity by replacing damaged elements with a standard model measuring 700 mm in length, 160 mm in width, and 100 mm in height.

The awarded company will have a maximum of twelve months to complete the supply and installation. Work will be carried out flexibly at different city locations as designated by the technical management, with a commitment of just five working days for each supply order. To ensure durability, the separators will be fixed to the pavement using steel screws and additional epoxy resin for enhanced adhesion. The contract also includes a two-year warranty for any manufacturing or installation defects.