Tender: Web Design, Development and Maintenance Services for Innovate UK Business Connect – 12‑Month Retainer

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Innovate UK Business Connect (IUKBC) is seeking a supplier for web design, development and ongoing maintenance of its primary website (iuk-business-connect.org.uk) and associated project platforms. The contract is for a 12-month retainer and/or pipeline web development services with projects and deliverables identified on an ongoing basis; work includes collaborating with IUKBC’s digital team, delivering web solutions to briefs, and full maintenance covering patching, availability, security and accessibility. Suppliers must meet industry-recognised security practices (Cyber Essentials Plus certification or higher such as ISO 27001) and provide a quote that includes standard rates for design services and account management within a budget of up to £90,000 + VAT (budget not committed). Responses must include a narrative on approach, examples of prior end-to-end online development, an initial schedule of basic costs including estimated costs/timelines for an ongoing retainer (1 July 2026 – 31 March 2027) and new platform development, a completed Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, any supporting materials (video, imagery, links) and standard T&Cs. Shortlisted suppliers will be invited to pitch; submit materials to [email protected] by 12:00 22nd June 2026 and direct any questions to the same email.