Tender

Innovate UK KTN - Brand & Identity

KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The Knowledge Transfer Network Limited (KTN) is currently seeking a communications agency to assist with its brand and identity projects as it transitions to Innovate UK KTN. This tender, titled "Innovate UK KTN - Brand & Identity," falls under the Research and Development Services industry category and has a budget of up to £80,000, plus VAT. The tender period concludes on 28th April 2022 at 17:00, with the contract expected to start on 9th May 2022 and to run until 31st March 2023. The procurement method is a limited competitive quotation process.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in digital design, strategic communication, content production, and related consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the collaborative nature of the projects outlined. The ability to effectively enhance brand awareness and communicate strategic messages will be crucial, making this a prime opportunity for innovative and flexible agencies looking to expand their clientele within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Innovate UK KTN - Brand & Identity

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 a communications agency to support brand and identity projects. As the company transitions to Innovate UK KTN, it needs to re-establish its position within the innovation landscape, build brand awareness and reinforce messaging to internal and external audiences. This request for quotation is to invite suppliers to quote for support on brand and identity projects. 2.1. Build brand awareness through strategic content creation and messaging development. 2.2. Support Innovate UK, KTN and EDGE establish and communicate their products and services and position within the innovation landscape. 2.3. Work alongside KTN's Online Experience Team to improve user journeys and maximise KTN's reach. 2.4. Support the development of sub-brands and event identities. 2.5. Create core templates and assets for internal and external use. 2.6. Help inform internal staff, include KTN's Executive Team on any identity changes and be there to support KTN's Reach and Engagement Team in the development of marketing material when required. 2.7. Work alongside KTN teams to analyse the success of strategic and corporate communications content and help refine our approach to brand awareness and recognition. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9c8d276e-708e-464c-a539-aff94ca5b853
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/554f98ab-0993-47be-9274-8d3190ab1b27
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED
Contact Name
Chloe Emery
Contact Email
chloe.emery@ktn-uk.org
Contact Phone
07548 128427

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

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