The verdict in three sentences
A 30+ page corporate rebuild in Amsterdam is budgeted in 2026 between 18,000 and 45,000 EUR ex. VAT, depending on the depth of the design system, multilingual and accessibility. The project spans 13 to 17 weeks in agile sprints, at a day rate of 500 to 700 EUR ex. VAT. From year one, plan a support budget of 4,000 to 9,000 EUR and EU hosting of 40 to 120 EUR a month to secure compliance and performance.
2026 budget range by ambition
A corporate rebuild budget depends on three sliders: design system customization, number of languages and target accessibility level (WCAG 2.1 AA).
| Ambition | Budget 2026 (ex. VAT) | Languages | Accessibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate standard | 18,000 - 25,000 EUR | EN + NL | Partial WCAG |
| Corporate advanced | 25,000 - 35,000 EUR | EN/NL/DE | WCAG AA |
| Corporate premium | 35,000 - 45,000 EUR | 3+ languages | WCAG AA audited |
EN/NL/DE multilingual typically adds 15 to 25% to the budget: translation, content variant management and per-language testing.
Sprint breakdown and recurring costs
A corporate rebuild is run in sprints. Here is a realistic 2026 breakdown and the recurring costs to anticipate as soon as the budget is approved.
| Phase / item | Duration / cost 2026 | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Scoping | 3 weeks | Workshops, audit, sitemap |
| Design system | 4 weeks | Components, art direction, mockups |
| Development | 6-8 weeks | Headless CMS, integrations |
| QA / accessibility | 2 weeks | WCAG testing, redirects |
| Team day rate | 500 - 700 EUR | PM, dev, UX |
| Annual support | 4,000 - 9,000 EUR | Fixes, enhancements |
| EU hosting | 40 - 120 EUR / month | OVH, Scaleway |
A headless CMS (Sanity, Strapi) costs a bit more to integrate but lowers support costs over three years thanks to better content governance.
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Mini case study
Claire, communications director at an Amsterdam industrial mid-cap (220 staff), prepares the 2026 budget for a 38-page corporate rebuild in EN/NL/DE. She targets WCAG AA accessibility, required by her public tenders. Chosen quote: 32,000 EUR ex. VAT, about 52 days at a 615 EUR day rate.
She adds annual support (6,500 EUR) and EU hosting (80 EUR/month, i.e. 960 EUR/year). Total first-year cost: 39,460 EUR ex. VAT. By achieving AA accessibility, she requalifies for three tenders worth 1.2M EUR of potential: the site is no longer a cost but a commercial prerequisite.
FAQ
Why does a corporate rebuild cost more than a brochure site? Because it includes a reusable design system, a headless CMS, multilingual and audited accessibility. These blocks add 10,000 to 25,000 EUR but serve for several years.
How long should I plan in 2026? Allow 13 to 17 weeks in sprints: 3 scoping, 4 design, 6 to 8 development, 2 QA. A shorter timeline weakens accessibility and multilingual work.
Is WCAG accessibility mandatory? For bodies under legal obligation and many public tenders, yes. The audit and AA compliance cost 2,500 to 6,000 EUR but unlock contracts.
Which CMS should I choose for a corporate site? A headless CMS (Sanity, Strapi) offers governance and performance; a classic CMS (WordPress) still works for less technical teams. The headless premium pays back via lighter support.
What recurring budget after the rebuild? Between 4,000 and 9,000 EUR of support a year and 40 to 120 EUR of EU hosting a month. Over three years these recurring costs often reach 20 to 30% of total cost of ownership.
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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.
