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Media Partnership

Nest Corporation

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20 May 2026 at 15:56

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a strategic media partnership by Nest Corporation is currently in the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 15th June 2026. Nest, a public authority under the sub-central government classification, is headquartered at 10 South Colonnade, London. The tender, titled "Media Partnership," falls under the services category, specifically advertising services. This procurement entails an open procedure using a competitive flexible process, comprising two stages: written tender evaluation and presentations for the top-scoring bidders. The contract, valued at £1,000,000 with a gross value of £1,200,000, aims to bolster Nest's brand activity in FY2026/27, aligning with its mission to enhance workplace pension awareness among UK workers. Interested businesses should note the enquiry period ending on 29th May 2026 and the award decision anticipated by 18th August 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in strategic media solutions, particularly those with expertise in brand alignment and trust-building in financial services. Given Nest's public service purpose and expansive reach of 14 million members, companies that can deliver high-quality, credible media engagements that ensure meaningful reach among priority audiences will find this partnership advantageous for growth. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with a strong background in strategic fit, brand alignment, and delivery measurement could greatly benefit from participating, particularly if they can align their proposals with Nest's core objectives, demonstrate effective risk management, and contribute to social value outcomes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Media Partnership

Notice Description

Nest is seeking a strategic media partnership to support the development and delivery of its FY2026/27 brand activity. Nest exists to ensure everyone has access to a workplace pension and to build financial peace of mind for all. As a public service organisation with over 14 million members, Nest has a significant opportunity (and responsibility) to help UK workers feel confident, informed and reassured about their pensions. Historically, Nest's growth has been driven by automatic enrolment, with limited focus on brand building or direct engagement with members. As a result, brand awareness and understanding remain low, and competition within the pensions market is increasing. This opportunity seeks to address that challenge by delivering a content led, trust building media partnership that helps people notice, understand and feel reassured about their pension, and take small positive actions. The partnership should align with Nest's purpose, support long term brand building, and deliver meaningful attention among priority audiences within credible, brand safe environments

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: a one year extension at Nest's discretion

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069dea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046582-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79341000 - Advertising services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Nest Corporation
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Further Information

Notice Documents

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