--- title: "Sustainable Innovation Fund Communications & Engagement - Content Creation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a76fa879-5247-4216-ad88-b98a1cf7e997" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a76fa879-5247-4216-ad88-b98a1cf7e997" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a76fa879-5247-4216-ad88-b98a1cf7e997.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a76fa879-5247-4216-ad88-b98a1cf7e997.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED" published: "2021-07-15" --- # Sustainable Innovation Fund Communications & Engagement - Content Creation Buyer: KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a76fa879-5247-4216-ad88-b98a1cf7e997 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a76fa879-5247-4216-ad88-b98a1cf7e997) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a76fa879-5247-4216-ad88-b98a1cf7e997.json) ## Summary The Knowledge Transfer Network Limited is seeking suppliers for the "Sustainable Innovation Fund Communications & Engagement - Content Creation" project, focusing on research and development services. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 23rd July 2021 at 12:00. The contract period is set to commence on 2nd August 2021 and will run until 31st March 2022, with a total estimated value of £200,000. Suppliers are expected to submit their project proposals on the stated themes of Covid-19 response and environmental sustainability, along with examples of past successful campaigns to engage stakeholders effectively. This opportunity is ideal for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their portfolio by showcasing their expertise in content creation and strategic engagement. Companies with a strong background in storytelling, social responsibility, and innovative communication methods would greatly benefit from competing for this tender. Participation could not only enhance their visibility within the funding landscape but also contribute positively to the associated themes of equality, diversity, and inclusion. ## Notice This request for quotation is to invite suppliers to quote for the creation of content showcasing the projects funded by the Sustainable Innovation Fund and Covid-19 Continuity Grants. The purpose of this content is to maximise the impact of the funding. It must achieve the following objectives. 1.1 Communicate the impact of the funding and raise awareness of the projects across the following stakeholders: industry, government, the public, award winners and grant recipients, investors/funders and KTN and Innovate UK's existing audience. 1.2 Highlight the key themes of the funding; Covid-19 response, environmental sustainability, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. 1.3 Create a network effect within sectors, technologies, and challenges. The following deliverables are required if KTN decides to proceed with a chosen contract partner. 2.1 Build the campaign's content strategy and key messaging. 2.2 Identify appropriate co-branding for content using Innovate UK and KTN brand guidelines. 2.3 Create story-led content. 2.3.1 50 video success stories. Please note that 100 projects have been identified as strong success stories. 2.4 Identify external events and activity to leverage, for example, COP26. 2.5 Work alongside KTN to evaluate the success of the content and refine the approach throughout the project. In response to this Statement of Works, please provide the information listed below. Shortlisted suppliers will be invited to pitch to KTN before a final decision is made. These pitches are expected to take place w/c 26th July online. 3.1 Short narrative describing how you would approach the project i.e., your design approach, suppliers you may have to collaborate with to deliver etc. 3.2 One or more examples of a campaign you have previously taken from concept through to roll out. If you do not have an example of this work, please select a suitable alternative piece of work, and associated narrative. 3.3 Initial schedule of 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 the duration of the project i.e., 1st August 2021 to 31st March 2022. 3.4 A completed copy of the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire. 3.5 Additional Information. KTN 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 KTN 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. 3.6 Legal information i.e. Your standard T&Cs. Please provide the information requested above to sustainableinnovationfund@ktn-uk.org by 12:00, 23rd July 2021. Submissions will be assessed on an ongoing basis until this date. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0400354-fc98-4f3d-9af6-6ca96663dc7f | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Jul 2021 | | Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Aug 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | North London | | Postcode | N1 0QH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington | | Local authority | Islington | | Electoral ward | St Mary's & St James' | | Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 15 Jul 2021 at 10:37 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0400354-fc98-4f3d-9af6-6ca96663dc7f - 14 Jul 2021 at 12:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0400354-fc98-4f3d-9af6-6ca96663dc7f - 12 Jul 2021 at 12:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0400354-fc98-4f3d-9af6-6ca96663dc7f - 30 Jun 2021 at 09:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0400354-fc98-4f3d-9af6-6ca96663dc7f - 24 Jun 2021 at 16:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0400354-fc98-4f3d-9af6-6ca96663dc7f - 24 Jun 2021 at 16:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0400354-fc98-4f3d-9af6-6ca96663dc7f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0400354-fc98-4f3d-9af6-6ca96663dc7f 15th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6830ea81-bc63-46ea-8f06-bdd4dfbcd5bf - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/330f8a97-21ec-4e69-8ebc-8db40b878540 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e7c55502-f025-4fd4-899d-cd5bb6a3bc13 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/33001ac3-bf3f-434a-8cfc-66a5a15aac7c FAQs - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/577d34c9-6928-4154-9b0f-ba062f756d60 FAQs as of 14th July - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c71e7ec1-59bc-4542-9b0b-ef2c554a329d T&Cs ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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