Tender

Innovate UK KTN - Content Creation

KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED

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29 Mar 2022 at 16:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Knowledge Transfer Network Limited (KTN) is seeking to engage an agency for content creation services as part of its procurement process titled "Innovate UK KTN - Content Creation". This tender falls within the research and development services industry and is located in London, England. Currently in the tender stage, the submission deadline for quotations is set for 17:00 on 28th April 2022. The contract is expected to begin on 9th May 2022 and will run until 31st March 2023, with a total budget of up to £80,000 excluding VAT.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in content production, including services such as copywriting, videography, and social media strategy development. Companies with experience in delivering creative content for campaigns and events, particularly those familiar with themes like Net Zero and Diversity & Inclusion, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this tender. Given KTN's extensive network of over 46,000 organisations and its commitment to producing numerous events each year, successful bidders may find ample opportunities to showcase their capabilities and build valuable partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Innovate UK KTN - Content Creation

Notice Description

Innovate UK KTN exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking - accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions. KTN has a network of over 46,000 unique organisations and 234,000 innovators. KTN is part of Innovate UK - the UK's innovation agency. KTN is seeking an agency to support content production for campaigns and events. Services required include copywriting, videography, animation, photography, and social media strategy development. KTN delivers several large campaigns and produces upwards of 600 events a year. As such, the chosen supplier will need to be responsive, proactive, and work to tight deadlines. Notable campaigns include Innovate UK's Women in Innovation and Young Innovators, Innovate Local, Materials Research Exchange (MRE), Global Research & Innovation in Plastics Sustainability (GRIPS) and the Quantum Showcase. This request for quotation is to invite suppliers to quote for support on content development. 2.1. Work alongside KTN's Marketing Managers to understand campaign objectives and content requirements. 2.2. Understand the nuances of campaign partnerships and correctly represent brand hierarchies. 2.3. Produce creative and unique content that establishes KTN as a thought leader within the innovation landscape. 2.4. Work alongside the Marketing Managers to maximise KTN campaigns and help evaluate the success of content and dissemination plans. 2.5. Understand the innovation landscape and content that will put KTN ahead of the curve. 2.6. Ensure KTN core messages are embedded throughout the content and have the following strategic themes in mind; Net Zero, Diversity & Inclusion, Global Innovation, Innovation Adoption & Diffusion and Place. 2.7. Support Innovate UK, KTN and EDGE establish and communicate their products and services and position within the innovation landscape. This tender is to procure a 12-month retainer. Projects and deliverables will be identified on an ongoing basis. KTN requires a quote for services including, but not limited to, rates for digital design, content production, strategic guidance, copywriting, and client servicing. Budget: up to 80,000 + VAT Please note that the budget is not committed to the supplier if the contract is secured. Submission Please provide the information requested in the Tender Notice to chloe.emery@ktn-uk.org by 17:00, 28th April 2022 at the latest. Submissions will be assessed on an ongoing basis until this date. Shortlisted suppliers will be invited to pitch to KTN before a final decision is made. These pitches are expected to take place w/c 2nd May 2022.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-28f27f6a-96cb-483b-91a5-59e9e476737e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c8700f6-0dae-4d4b-bba2-844fbd998322
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 May 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1 0QH
Post Town
North London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
St Mary's & St James'
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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