--- title: "Innovate UK KTN - PR" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f701c6b5-842b-4a89-9c18-72aa6a1dea75" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f701c6b5-842b-4a89-9c18-72aa6a1dea75" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f701c6b5-842b-4a89-9c18-72aa6a1dea75.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f701c6b5-842b-4a89-9c18-72aa6a1dea75.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED" published: "2022-04-14" --- # Innovate UK KTN - PR Buyer: KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER NETWORK LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f701c6b5-842b-4a89-9c18-72aa6a1dea75 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f701c6b5-842b-4a89-9c18-72aa6a1dea75) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f701c6b5-842b-4a89-9c18-72aa6a1dea75.json) ## Summary The Knowledge Transfer Network Limited is inviting tenders for a PR agency to support campaign planning and execution as it transitions to Innovate UK KTN, aimed at enhancing its brand awareness and establishing its presence within the innovation sector. This tender, titled "Innovate UK KTN - PR", falls under the research and development services category and is located in London. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 17:00 on 28th April 2022. The contract, valued at up to £80,000 plus VAT, is set to commence on 9th May 2022 and will run for 12 months until 31st March 2023. Interested suppliers should submit their quotes via email to Chloe Emery. This opportunity presents significant prospects for businesses specialising in public relations, marketing, and communications, particularly those experienced in the innovation sector. Smaller enterprises and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement allows for competitive quotations and is suited to SMEs. Engaging in this tender can help nurture relationships with an expansive network of innovators and partners, ultimately fostering business growth and establishing a strong foothold in the industry. ## Notice 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 PR agency to support with campaign planning and execution. 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. Services Required This request for quotation is to invite suppliers to quote for support on PR. 2.1. Work with KTN's Partnership, PR and Communications Lead to understand KTN's objectives and audience to design and execute campaign plans. 2.2. Establish KTN as a thought leader within the innovation landscape and showcase KTN sector experts and the Executive Team where appropriate. 2.3. Ensure key messages and strategic themes are embedded within the content to build brand recognition and awareness. 2.4. Support Innovate UK, KTN and EDGE establish and communicate their products and services and position within the innovation landscape. 2.5. Work alongside KTN's Online Experience Team to improve user journeys and maximise KTN's reach. 2.6. Work alongside KTN teams to analyse the success of campaigns 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 rates for 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. Please provide the information requested above 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97dd8b04-cc19-4478-aa73-aded6f22077c | | 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 | 14 Apr 2022 | | Submission deadline | 28 Apr 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 8 May 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £80,000 | | 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 - 14 Apr 2022 at 13:21 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97dd8b04-cc19-4478-aa73-aded6f22077c - 6 Apr 2022 at 15:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97dd8b04-cc19-4478-aa73-aded6f22077c - 29 Mar 2022 at 17:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97dd8b04-cc19-4478-aa73-aded6f22077c - 29 Mar 2022 at 16:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97dd8b04-cc19-4478-aa73-aded6f22077c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97dd8b04-cc19-4478-aa73-aded6f22077c 14th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/478f7675-3f3e-4fde-8483-5b5d18e49733 Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b6b23c17-a71e-4ab6-97e6-c54895830ab2 Innovate UK KTN Pre-Qualification Questionnaire - PR - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d002362b-b239-4801-b481-41a1820f2be7 Innovate UK KTN Pre-Qualification Questionnaire - PR - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f0b40a29-a57a-4e51-8f15-b2b775524f8c Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eeb6b3d1-e22e-4240-b376-9355c3724d58 Tender notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f8798072-17ae-412a-8a56-53ab718a9eed Innovate UK KTN Pre-Qualification Questionnaire - PR - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/74d5dd6d-ba20-459b-a0b0-973a270a9cc3 FAQs (as of 14th April) ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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