Call for Expressions of Interest for industrial land/property suitable for Industrial Hub development
Background
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council (LCCC) is exploring options to identify and secure a suitable site for the development of a modern industrial hub. This facility will support growth oriented and sustainability focused enterprises by providing scalable, digitally enabled industrial space.
LCCC is inviting Expressions of Interest (EoI) from landowners, property owners, developers and investors who have suitable land or buildings within the council area.
Purpose of this call for Expressions of Interest
This EoI process aims to:
- identify land and/or buildings that might be suitable for development
- assess market interest, capability and capacity
- inform feasibility studies and business case development
- accelerate project readiness, subject to approvals and funding
This EoI is not a procurement process and does not commit the council to purchase or develop any site.
Project overview
The proposed industrial hub will be delivered on a phased basis and is expected to include:
- site identification and feasibility assessment
- options appraisal and outline business case development
- design development, planning and statutory approvals
- potential acquisition, new build or refurbishment of premises
Strategic context and fit
This initiative forms part of the Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council Local Economic Partnership (LEP) Action Plan 2025 to 2028, supported by the Department for the Economy’s Regional Balance Fund. Click here for more information: https://www.economy-ni.gov.uk/publications/sub-regional-economic-plan
Specification of requirements
To be considered, proposed land or property must:
- be located within the Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council area
- be owned or legally controlled by the applicant
- be free from restrictive covenants that would prevent development
- have existing or deliverable access to utilities, broadband and road infrastructure
- be a site suitable for development of industrial units
In addition, interested parties must demonstrate willingness to engage collaboratively with LCCC and partners.
Sustainability-focused proposals are encouraged. Market value will be paid in line with council policy. Responsibility for planning and statutory approvals rests with the developer.
How your Expression of Interest will be assessed
Assessment is based on pass/fail against the specification of requirements.
| Pass | Fully demonstrates compliance |
| Fail | Does not demonstrate compliance |
A shortlist will be compiled. The council may then proceed to a formal procurement process.
Queries
Please contact Claire McGivern, Local Economic Partnerships Project Officer by email at claire.mcgivern@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk if you have any questions or require any clarification.
How to submit
Expressions of Interest should be completed and returned electronically by 12 noon on Thursday 5th February 2026.