Tender

Digital Marketing Support Services

KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED

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21 May 2026 at 12:35

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Knowledge Transfer Network Limited, a central government authority based in London, is inviting suppliers to provide digital marketing support services under an open procedure procurement method. This process is focused on the design, development, and maintenance of Innovate UK Business Connect’s (IUKBC) web platforms, with emphasis on areas like SEO support, digital content, and UX. The procurement is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 12:00 on 22nd June 2026, and the contract will commence from 1st July 2026 until 31st March 2027. The industry category pertains to IT services, including consulting, software development, and support, with a budget capped at up to £90,000 plus VAT.

This procurement presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the IT services and digital marketing sectors, particularly those with expertise in web development and digital strategy. Companies that hold industry-recognised security certifications, such as Cyber Essentials Plus or ISO 27001, will be well-positioned to compete. The focus on innovation and support for new platform development makes this tender especially suitable for SMEs seeking to expand their footprint by partnering with IUKBC, a pivotal entity within the UK's innovation ecosystem. This opportunity allows businesses to solidify their market presence by contributing to impactful projects aligned with IUKBC’s strategic goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Marketing Support Services

Notice Description

Innovate UK Business Connect (IUKBC) exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking - accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions. IUKBC has a network of over 46,000 unique organisations and 234,000 innovators. IUKBC is part of Innovate UK - the UK's innovation agency. IUKBC is seeking a web development supplier to support continued design, development, and maintenance of IUKBC's primary web presence and development of associated project platforms. This request for quotation is to invite suppliers to quote for support on digital marketing support services. 2.1. Work with IUKBC's digital team to understand individual project requirements, timelines, and budgets. 2.2. Deliver solid digital solutions to specified briefs with particular focus on (but not restricted to) SEO support, Digital Content, UX, Data analytics, Cookies/Compliance and Paid ads strategy. This tender is to procure a 12-month retainer and/or pipeline digital support services. Projects and deliverables will be identified on an ongoing basis. IUKBC requires its suppliers to meet industry recognised security practices and as such it is expected that they hold Cyber Essentials Plus certification or higher (ISO 27001). Fees IUK BC requires a quote for services including standard rates for design services and account management. Budget: up to PS90,000 + VAT. 5. Term & Expiry Date Ending - 31st March 2027. In response to this Statement of Works, please provide the information listed below. Shortlisted suppliers will be invited to pitch to IUKBC before a final decision is made. 6.1. Short narrative describing how you approach projects i.e., your approach, suppliers you may have to collaborate with to deliver etc. 6.2 Initial schedule of basic costs. Recognising that this would be subject to change and within the constraints of the overall budget, suppliers are asked to submit a timeline of estimated costs for; a, Ongoing retainer to include, technical, patching and development support services for iuk-business-connect.org.uk the duration of the project i.e., 1st July 2026 - 31st March 2027. b, New platform development, including site build, development and retainer services. 6.3. A completed copy of the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire. 6.4. Additional Information. IUKBC invite suppliers to provide any additional information in the form of video content, imagery, or links, which provide supporting evidence that suppliers recognise and work in accordance with IUKBC values as an organisation. Suppliers might include evidence of environmental management practices, environmental or social aims and social responsibility, diversity and inclusion policy and practices. 6.5. Legal information i.e. Your standard T&Cs. Please provide the information requested above to mike.snow@iukbc.org.uk by 12:00 22nd June 2026 at the latest at the latest. Submission will be assessed on an ongoing basis until this date. Please direct any questions or communications on this Invitation to Quote to: mike.snow@iukbc.org.uk. Any contract offered will be subject to "Innovate UK Business Connect's Terms and Conditions of Contractor Engagement - Company Edition", which can be made available on request. Please note that IUKBC reserves the right to not select any supplier if we feel none meet our requirements and budget.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069f30
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047250-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 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
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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