PACTSA

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Software development company to develop a custom software system for the new DSD NPO database web application.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To develop, in cooperation with the Department of Social Development (DSD), the new web-based NPO database system to replace the current system.

• Create a functional and a technical specification based on the User Requirements Specification Document (URSD) which has been completed.


• Develop a custom software system to satisfy the URSD under supervision of third party project manager.


• Thoroughly test the system against all specifications.


• Compile any necessary documentation and manuals as may be required.


• Complete a rigorous end user training and user acceptance testing protocol.


• Migrate all data in current system to new system and take system to production.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Experience working with government, specifically DSD.


• Experience developing functional and technical specifications documents.


• Experience in website design.


• Experience in developing, launching and maintaining database driven web applications.


• Experience in web application content development and editing.


• Experience designing reports.


• Experience in software development, specifically with .net/C sharp and Microsoft SQL.


• Experience in software testing life cycle (e.g. requirements review, test case design & execution).


• Experience in systems integration in terms of database and interface.


• Experience in drafting user and operational manuals.


• Ability to work under pressure and commitment to work to a tight time frame.

Please submit comprehensive proposals that address the requirements of the RFP electronically to Daniel Bakken at [email protected] by 2 December 2011 at 17:00 (5pm) South African time. Late submissions will not be considered.

Please ensure that the subject line states - APPLICATION - NPO WEBSITE/DATABASE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT. The complete Request for Proposals (RFP) may be found at
www.pactsa/rfp.org.za

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