Tender

Sustainable Innovation Fund Communications & Engagement - PR

KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED

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27 Sep 2021 at 12:50

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10 Sep 2021 at 11:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The Knowledge Transfer Network Limited is currently seeking a provider for the "Sustainable Innovation Fund Communications & Engagement - PR" tender. This procurement, listed under the category of research and development services, is set in London with a total value of £74,000. The procurement method is limited, utilizing a competitive quotation approach below the threshold. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 17:00 on 9th October 2021, as the chosen agency will be expected to commence services by 18th October 2021 and continue until 18th April 2022.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for agencies experienced in public relations and communications, particularly those that can effectively convey complex ideas to diverse audiences. Businesses with established networks within UK business innovation, political, and scientific communities, as well as those focused on environmental sustainability and social impact, will find this an ideal competitive opportunity to showcase their capabilities and influence in delivering impactful communication strategies for funded projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sustainable Innovation Fund Communications & Engagement - PR

Notice Description

KTN requires an agency with the skills, connections, and creativity to effectively communicate and amplify the innovative work that has been funded through the Sustainable Innovation Fund and Covid-19 Continuity Grants. The successful agency will be able to tell the story of the winners and the societal and economic value of this Innovate UK funded innovation to the media, effectively positioning these funding competitions and opportunities as key to delivering change in the UK. Participants in the tender should be able to demonstrate a proven ability to communicate complex concepts and ideas to a range of audiences and have a network of influence that reaches across the UK and, in particular, business innovation, political and scientific communities. KTN is seeking to appoint an agency for a concentrated 6-month period between October 2021 and April 2022. The purpose of the appointment shall be to provide media and public relations services overseen by the in-house Communications Team. The agency will be expected to support in content creation and press negotiation, working closely in partnership with media buyers and planners. 50 video case studies showcasing some of the successful innovation projects are already in development and any content and PR strategy should complement this work. The purpose of this content is to maximise the impact of the funding. It must achieve the following objectives: 2.1. Raise awareness of the portfolio of projects across the following stakeholders: industry, government, award winners and grant recipients, investors/funders and KTN and Innovate UK's existing audience. 2.2. Highlight the key themes of the funding; Covid-19 response, environmental sustainability, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. 2.3. Drive increased audiences to ktn-uk.org and ukri.org. 2.4. Communicate the impact of this Innovate UK funded activity on society and the economy. 2.5. Increase the profile of key personalities behind the funding including competition winners, Innovate UK CEO, Head of Sustainable Innovation Fund at Innovate UK, and CEO of KTN. Please see the Tender Notice for Deliverables Required. Please provide the information requested in the Tender Notice to sustainableinnovationfund@ktn-uk.org by 17:00, 9th October 2021 at the latest. Submissions will be assessed on an ongoing basis until this date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a6af01a9-3284-4f71-a6ae-365099a959c5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f52433a-9eb8-4b98-899a-2c5ee8e5348e
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
£74,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Oct 2021 - 18 Apr 2022 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

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