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National Bike Day

Background

Pursuant to the Joint Administrative Order (JAO) No. 2020-0001, jointly issued by this Department, Department of Health (DOH), Department of Transportation (DOTr), and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the Interagency Technical Working Group for Active Transport (IATWG-AT) was established to oversee the implementation of the proper use and promotion of active transport during and after the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Objectives

The 2025 NBDAR aims to:

As part of the national campaign towards a more sustainable and inclusive transport system, the IATWG-AT launched the National Bike Day Awards and Recognition (NBDAR)
To recognize the achievements and innovative practices of Local Government Units (LGUS) in developing bike lanes and promoting active transportation.
The initiative aims to encourage the continuous establishment of active transport infrastructure and institutionalize active mobility through local policies and programs.

Scope/Coverage

The nomination for the awards shall be open to all LGUs with existing or ongoing active transportation infrastructure policies, programs, projects, and activities (PPAs). However, LGUs that have been declared top performers for two (2) consecutive years shall not be eligible for consideration in the current year of awarding.

Criteria

Main Category Awards

Parameters

Description

Weight

Institutional Mechanism

1. Presence of designated unit to promote active transportation

2. Existence of local active transport ordinance

3. Transport and traffic policies in support of active transport

4. Incentive mechanisms to promote active transport in the locality

5. Planning activities for the development of the bicycle network, i.e., conduct of stakeholders' consultation, use of OD trip patterns, AADT, road-crash data, and surveys in developing bike lane network

6. Availability of financing schemes for Active Transport Programs

7. Availability of Local Active Transport Development/Master Plan

8. Initiatives for the development of Active Transport Industry

40%

Coverage of the Bicycle Network

1. Percentage of total road network covered by bike lanes

2. Bike lane network accessibility to fundamental facilities

3. Availability of AT components in fundamental facilities/areas

15%

Road Safety and Compliance with Standards

Road safety and compliance with standards will be based on the presence of traffic calming measures and safe intersection or conflict area design in all classes and as well as of each bike lane classes.

15%

Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation

1. Development of full communications plan for the IEC campaign on active transport

2. Presence of programs, projects, and activities to promote active transport

3. The existence of partnerships and engagement with stakeholders

4. Public perception of programs, projects, and activities promoting active transportation

5. Application of monitoring and mechanism/s on maintaining and improving active transportation.

6. Availability of updated inventory on the active transport network and infrastructure

7. Initiatives on information, education, and communication (IEC) campaigns, monitoring and evaluation for the effective establishment, maintenance of active transport infrastructures

20%

Outstanding Active Transport Initiative Award

The IATWG-AT will evaluate the LGU's for the Outstanding Active Transport Initiative Awards based on two sub categories (1) Infrastructure Initiative Award, and (2) Non- infrastructure Initiative Award.

The participation LGUs Active Transport initiatives will be subjected to the following criteria, accordingly:

2. Active Transport Infrastructure Initiative

Parameters

Description

Attractiveness

Refers to the extent to which the initiative enhances the overall experience of active transport users by creating environments that are welcoming, accessible, and condusive to walking, cycling, and other forms of acive mobility. The initiative should contribute to the improvement of public spaces and encourage greater use of active transportation.

Criteria: Demonstrates how the initiative improves the experience of active transport users; Enhances the quality, accessibility, or usability of public spaces and facilities; Encourages greater participation in walking, cycling, or other forms of active transportation.

Cohesion

Refers to the extent to which the initiative strengthens connectivity within the active transport network and supports seamless movements between origins, destinations, and complementary facilities. The initiative may contribute network continuity, accessibility, or integration with other transport and community facilities.

Criteria: Addresses gaps or barriers in existing active transport facilities or services; Improves connectivity between destinations, communities, transport facilities, or support facilities; Contributes to a more integrated and accessible active transport environment.

Comfort

Refers to the extent to which the initiative improves convenience, accessibility, and ease of use for active transport users of different ages and abilities. The initiative should support a more pleasant and user-friendly active transport experience.

Criteria: Incorporates features that improve convenience and accessibility for users; Responds to the needs of different user groups, including vulnerable road users; Improves the overall quality and usability of active transport facilities.

Directness

Refers to the extent to which initiative improves access to destinations and enables more efficient active transport trips. The initiative should help make active transportation a practical option for everyday travel.

Criteria: Improves access to key destinations, services, or activity centers; Reduces barriers to walking, cycling, or other forms of active transportation; Supports the use of active transport as a viable mode of travel for daily trips.

Safety

Refers to the extent to which the initiative contributes to a safer environment for active transport users. The initiative should demonstrate measures that reduce risks and improve the protection of pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.

Criteria: Incorporates design features or interventions that enhance user safety; Addresses identified road safety concerns or risks; Demonstrates potential to improve safety outcomes for active transport users.

3. Active Transport Non-Infrastructure Initiative

Parameters

Description

Relevance

Refers to the extent to which the initiative responds to the identified active transportation needs, issues, or opportunities within the community. THe initiative should demonstrate a clear connection between the problem being addressed and the proposed intervention

Criteria: Clearly identifies an active transportation issue, challenge, or opportunity; Demonstrates alignment between the initiative and local archive transport needs or priorities; identifies intended beneficiaries and how they are expected to benefit from the initiative.

Impact

Refers to the extent to which the initiative contributes to promoting active transportation and improving conditions for active mobility. The initiative should demonstrate clear intended outcomes and benefits for the target beneficiaries.

Criteria: Clearly identifies intended outcomes or success indicators; Demonstrates potential or actual contribution to promoting walking, cycling, or active transportation; Describes benefits or positive changes expected or archieved through the initiative.

Innovation

Refers to the extent to which the initiative introduces creative, practical, or resourceful approaches to addressing active transportation challenges. The initiative may involve new ideas, partnerships, methods, or adaptations suited to local conditions.

Criteria: Demonstrates creativity or originality in addressing active transportation concerns; Utilizes available resources effectively and appropriately; Applies approaches that are responsive to local context and conditions.

Participation

Refers to the extents to which the initiative engages relevant stakeholders in its development, implementation, or promotion. The initiative should demonstrate collaboration and encourage shared responsibility for advancing active transportation.

Criteria: Identifies stakeholders involved in the initiative; Demonstrates collaboration among government, community groups, educational institutions, private sector organizations, or other partners, where applicable; Encourages participation or engagement of target beneficiaries and other stakeholders.

Sustainability

Refers to the extent to which the initiative has the potential to continue delivering benefits beyond its initial implementation period and serve as a model for future initiatives.

Criteria: Demonstrates plans, mechanisms, or arrangements that support continuity of the initiative; Shows potential for expansion, improvement, or continued implementation; Provides lessons, practices, or approaches that may be adopted or adapted by other local government units.

4. Required Documents

Background Profile of Bike Lane Network and Active Transport Policy Initiatives

This section shall be composed of: (a) A brief background of the LGU; (b) Current issues and concerns in road safety and active transportation (it is suggested for LGUs to include a summary report on, but not limited to, the following aspects: road hazards, crash incidents, fatalities related to cycling, etc.); (c) List of related policies and/or policy initiatives on active transportation; and (d) Documentation of active transport-related programs, projects, and activities (PPAs)

Bike Lane Network/s

This section shall include the following: (a) A narrative on the planning procedures; (b) Bike lane layouts and designs (may cite references/guidelines); and (c) A report on the bike lane network coverage (it is recommended that emphasis be given to the following aspects: total length of the bike lane network/s using the metric system; facilities served; the timeline of implementation and/or completion; as well as target beneficiaries).

Other Data and Information

LGUS shall affix other pertinent information such as, but not limited to: (a) Geographic information system (GIS) data of their bike lane network/s in shapefile/KMZ/KML format; (b) Contact details for focal person/office; (c) Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP); (d) Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP); (e) Local Public Transport Route Plan (LPTRP); and (f) Annual Investment Program.

5. Submission of Entries

Interested LGUs are to use the required template of self-evaluation per category that are accessible through the link: https://bit.ly/NBAR2026Temp.
Filled-out templates must be submitted to the Bureau of Local Government Supervision (BLGS) along with the means of verification (MOV). MOVs may be uploaded via cloud drive (i.e., OneDrive, Google Drive, etc.). Filled-out templates and the access link to the cloud drive must be sent to the electronic mail address: manilabay@dilg.gov.ph using the subject [NBDAR 2026, (name of LGU), (name of region)]
All interested LGUs must upload their respective documents using the aforementioned format. Failure to comply with the same shall be grounds for LGUs' disqualification.

6. Awards

Legal Bases / References

LGMED References

R10-LGMED-2026-08-17-013 DISSEMINATION OF ADVISORY DATED AUGUST 11, 2026, CALL FOR PARTICIPATION AND SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES TO THE NATIONAL BIKE DAY AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS 2026 AND MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 2026-043 DATED AUGUST 13, 2026, NATIONAL BIKE DAY AWARDS AND RECOGNITION: LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS (LGUS) INITIATIVES AND PRACTICES, ACTIVE MOBILITY
R10-LGMED-2025-10-22-005 MESSAGE TO ALL PDS AND CDS RE: SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES FOR THE 2025 NATIONAL BIKE DAY AWARDS AND RECOGNITION (NBDAR) AND INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2025 NBD ACTIVTIES TOBE HELD ON NOVEMBER 21-23,2025

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