The verdict in three sentences
For a London consulting firm, a credible corporate website costs 12,000 to 40,000 EUR excl. tax in 2026, with a headless CMS so you can publish case studies and white papers independently. The budget depends mostly on page count (15 to 30) and editorial depth, not on technology. The real stake: a site that reassures an enterprise buyer lifts your RFP conversion rate by several points.
2026 budget ranges by tier
A firm sells expertise, not a product: the site must prove the depth of its know-how. Three tiers shape the London market.
| Tier | Budget (EUR excl. tax) | Pages | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | 12,000 - 18,000 | 15 - 20 | 10 - 12 wk |
| Premium | 18,000 - 28,000 | 20 - 25 | 12 - 14 wk |
| Bespoke | 28,000 - 40,000 | 25 - 30 | 14 - 16 wk |
The cost per page works out, as a 2026 order of magnitude, to 700-900 EUR at Essential level and 1,000-1,400 EUR at Bespoke level, content and design included.
Agency vs solo freelancer: what to choose
A firm's premium positioning demands flawless output. A structured agency or studio and a solo freelancer do not offer the same guarantees.
| Criterion | Agency / studio | Solo freelancer |
|---|---|---|
| Budget (EUR excl. tax) | 15,000 - 40,000 | 9,000 - 20,000 |
| Team | UX + dev + writer | 1 person |
| On-time delivery | High | Variable |
| Maintenance | 150 - 400 EUR/month | Depends on availability |
| Bus factor | Low | High |
| Tenders | Structured response | Limited |
For a firm staking its credibility on high-value RFPs, the robustness of a team usually outweighs the one-off saving of a freelancer.
Mini case study
Claire, partner at a London organisation-consulting firm (28 consultants), invests 24,000 EUR excl. tax in a premium corporate site with a headless CMS and 8 case studies. Before: of 20 tenders a year, 4 won (20 %). The new site, by making the brand credible from shortlist stage, lifts the rate to 27 %, i.e. about 5.4 wins. Average engagement: 85,000 EUR. A single extra engagement per year covers the site 3.5 times over. Annual maintenance: 3,600 EUR, negligible against the gain.
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FAQ
Why a headless CMS rather than WordPress?
A headless CMS separates content from presentation, delivers superior performance and stronger security. For a firm that publishes regularly, it makes updates easier without depending on the vendor.
How many pages do you really need?
Between 15 and 30: home, expertise, sectors, team, case studies, news, careers, contact. Twenty solid pages beat 40 empty ones.
Does the site really help win tenders?
Yes, indirectly. An enterprise buyer systematically checks the website before shortlisting; a credible site lowers perceived risk and earns points in scoring.
How long to go live?
Between 10 and 16 weeks depending on tier. The longest task is editorial production: case studies, bios, expertise content.
Should you plan a second language?
For a London firm targeting international groups, yes. Allow 15 to 25 % extra budget for a professional bilingual site.
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Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
