USA (Oregon) Web Design Services - Budget 149000 USD

We are Oregon; USA based organization looking for expert vendor for Web Design Service. Contract will be for the period of 4 year.

[A] Notice Type: RFP (Request for Proposals)

[B] Budget: The Department has currently budgeted $50,000 for the first year (to include the new website design) and up to $33,000 for each of three one-year renewals periods.

[C] Scope of Service:

(1) Vendor needs to provide extranet development, site upgrades including redesign and implementation and modifications and web hosting services. The websites must be compliant with state and federal website accessibility requirements.
(2) Converting the current site to content based management system using PHP for the staff to use for updating the website. Website will be hosted on Linux – RedHat

[D] Work Performance:

Performance of the work will be Offsite. Vendor needs to carry work in their Office Premises within USA.


[F] Deadline to Submit Proposals: August 6, 2010

Read more : http://www.7outsource.com/request-for-proposals/web-design-rfp/874-usa-oregon-web-design-services-budget-149000-usd.html

Canada (British Columbia) Website Design & Development - Budget 14000 CAD

We are British Columbia; USA based organization looking for expert vendor for Website Design & Development.

[A] Notice Type: 14000 CAD

[B] Budget: Looking for Proposals

[C] Scope of Service:

(1) A user friendly, functional and attractive overall design
(2) Innovative communication tools (e.g. dashboard, downloadable CSV data, simple charts and graphs)
(3) Client potential to change website architecture, including navigation pages, and scale
(4) Client publishing control over documents and content
(5) Compatibility with multiple web browsers (IE6+, Firefox, Safari, Chrome and Opera)
(6) Flexibility to integrate audio/video/flash at a future time
(7) Photo gallery functionality
(8) eNewsletters
(9) Fillable forms and questionnaires
(10) Web based forums
(11) RSS feeds
(12) Printer friendly options
(13) Search functions

[D] Eligibility:

Onshore (Canada Only)

[E] Work Performance:
Performance of the work will be Offsite. Vendor needs to carry the work at their office within Canada Only.
[F] Deadline to Submit Proposals: August 6, 2010

Read more: http://www.7outsource.com/request-for-proposals/web-design-rfp/852-canada-british-columbia-website-design-a-development-deadline-august-6-2010.html

GLOBAL - UK - i-Phone Application - For INDIVIDUALS and COMPANIES BOTH – 5000 to 10000 GBP

We are based in UK and we are inviting tenders from INDIVIDUALS / COMPANIES (FROM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD) to create iPhone Application. The application is expected to be used by both those familiar with the Smart Phone applications and those more casual users. Usability and good instructional design are paramount. The application should be easy to understand and navigate, easily accessible and very intuitive. The budget for iPhone Application development is between 5000 to 10000 GBP which should include VAT, travel and any research expenditure.

[A] Notice Type: RFP (Request for Proposal)

[B] Budget: 5000 to 10000 GBP

[C] Scope of Service:

(1) Creation of a Smart Phone application that will make available our current and expansive database of venues, events and listings to mobile phone users. The Key factor for application development is to rely on our data feeds which are live and have the advantage of all the updated information.
(2) All designs and suggested art direction must comply with and be sympathetic to our existing branding. At the same time it should have a quality that will appeal to casual users. The application could incorporate our strap line.
(3) The application must have geo-locating capabilities as well as ability to enter a location via free text entry (possibly postcode recognition as well as city/town/county).
(4) The design must allow for all Smart Phone development (BlackBerry, iPhone, Android, Symbian etc.)
(5) Application needs to show not just time-dependent events but also treat all venues themselves as 'permanent' events open on multiple days.
(6) While first and foremost appealing to the culture lover, the application should also reach the widest possible audience, generating ongoing loyalty and repeat use.
(7) You should integrate the application with core smart phone functionality, e.g. dates of events should automatically be added to the diary.
(8) We are also looking for an extra-ordinary feature into the app. (e.g. Streetcar app. actually opens the car door. This will also help the app. become viral so that users will tell friends/family about it.)

Note: Revenue generation is not the main project goal, delivering quality service for individuals seeking and planning days out at cultural locations is the main focus. However, a plan for the sale of the application including cost suggestions would be desirable from potential suppliers.

[D] Eligibility:

Global, Companies from anywhere in the world can apply for this.

[E] Work Performance:

Performance of the work will be Offsite. Vendor needs to carry the work at their office ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD.
[F] Deadline to Submit Proposals: August 6, 2010

Read more : http://www.7outsource.com/request-for-proposals/software-rfp/843-global-uk-i-phone-application-for-individuals-and-companies-both-5000-to-10000-gbp.html

USA (Missouri) Housing Management Software

We are Missouri; USA based looking for qualified and experienced database and software developers to assist in implementing and customizing a Multifamily Housing Software suite.

[A] Notice Type: RFP (Request for Proposals)

[B] Budget: Looking for Proposals

[C] Scope of Service:

(1) Installing and configuring as appropriate for implementation, the DMS software suite and database.
(2) Providing further customization services for selected areas/modules that may include but are not limited:
- Moving data from funding decision through the compliance lifecycle.
- Construction draw submission and disbursement.
- Ongoing program compliance.
- Portfolio data analysis and report generation: including standard and customized ad-hoc reporting.
(3) Providing training and related documentation for users of the new system.

[D] Eligibility: Onshore (USA Only)

[E] Work Performance:

Performance of the work will be offsite; Contractor needs to carry work on their office premises with United States.

[F] Deadline to Submit Proposals: July 30, 2010

Read more : http://www.7outsource.com/request-for-proposals/software-rfp/801-usa-missouri-housing-management-software--deadline-july-30-2010.html

GLOBAL - USA (Maine) Offsite Medical Transcription Services

We are Maine; USA based organization looking for expert vendor (From Any Where in the World) for Offsite Medical Transcription Service. Initially the Contract is anticipated to be of 1 year, with an option to extend it further for three additional twelve (12) month periods.

[A] Notice Type: Request for Proposals

[B] Budget: Looking for best proposals

[C] Scope of Service:

(1) The approximate volume of the work will be between 15,000 to 20,000 lines per week.
(2) Turn-around time for these transcriptions will be 48 hours from the date of dictation.

[D] Eligibility:

GLOBAL, Companies from anywhere in the world can apply for this

[E] Work Performance:

Performance of the work will be Offsite; Service provider needs to perform work in their own office premises.

[F] Deadline to Submit Proposals: June 29, 2010 (via post in hard copies)

Read more : http://www.7outsource.com/global-rfps-offshore-tenders/58-global-rfps/746-global-usa-maine-offsite-medical-transcription-services-deadline-june-29-2010.html

Writing technique for RFP (Request for Proposal)

A while back, a potential client provided me with some general details of the writing work he wanted me to do for his firm. Then he asked me to send him a proposal.

Proposal?! I panicked as I tried to confirm with him what he meant by that since I had never done one before, at least not as a freelancer.

I must've not really wanted to pursue this opportunity since I didn't bother to do research or follow up with the company after submitting a contract instead of a proposal. A little time passed, I came across an article on writing RFPs (Request for Proposal). Ding! The light bulb went on. This guy verbally gave me his RFP and wanted a written response.

When a firm requires a project to be completed by a contractor or outside source, they write a RFP. This is a formal document describing the project, how the contract companies should respond, how the proposals will be reviewed, and contact information. Often, the company documents the submission guidelines to make it easier for them to compare responses. There are no specific standards or guidelines for creating the RFP, but government agencies usually strict standards they follow when conducting the proposal process.

Outside companies read the RFP and write a proposal (a bid) explaining how they can best offers and meet those needs. When writing the proposal, the company should closely follow the guidelines established in the RFP to avoid being removed from consideration for the potential project.

A typical proposal contains:

•    Executive summary - summary of the entire proposal
•    Statement of need - why project is necessary
•    Project description - How project will be implemented and evaluated
•    Organization information
•    Project schedule
•    Budget
•    Conclusion

My situation was an informal version of all this. The client gave me a high level overview of what I might do for him. If I knew then what I know now, I would've written up a description of the client's needs and how I would complete the work in meeting those needs.

Small businesses would likely do a proposal in between the one I got and the complex government required ones. Most small businesses will be prompted to write a proposal when approaching a client. The client may ask you to submit a proposal outlining what you can do for them. In this case, write a proposal including the elements of a typical proposal and keep it short and to the point especially if the client is not a large company.

There are examples of RFPs and responses peppered throughout the Web, but which one you can learn from depends on the type of work involved. A proposal can be two pages or as big as a book. Rely on your favorite search engine and do the research to create an unbeatable proposal.

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