Project Overview
The Sharon Community Development Corporation (SCDC), in partnership with the City of Sharon, is seeking a qualified web design and development firm to create a modern, accessible, mobile-responsive community website. The new platform will serve residents, visitors, businesses, developers, investors, and community stakeholders while promoting economic development, tourism, business attraction, and local engagement. The project includes website design, development, implementation, content migration, staff training, and launch support.
Scope of Work (Requirements)
The selected vendor will deliver a complete website solution, including:
Discovery & Planning
- Project kickoff meeting
- Website content audit
- Information architecture and sitemap development
- UX recommendations
- Wireframes for key pages
- Technical specifications document
Website Design
- Custom website design aligned with existing or future branding
- Mobile-first responsive design
- Homepage design
- Up to 12 unique page templates
- Minimum of two design review cycles
Website Development
- Content Management System (CMS)
- Mobile-responsive functionality
- Website search
- Contact forms
- Event submission forms
- Newsletter signup integration
- Social media integration
- Analytics integration
- SEO implementation
- Accessibility compliance
- Performance optimization
Content Migration
- Migration of approved content
- Text and image formatting
- SEO metadata implementation
Testing & Launch
- Accessibility testing
- Browser and mobile device testing
- Performance testing
- Launch support
- Post-launch monitoring
Training
- Staff training sessions
- Administrative documentation
- Website maintenance guidance
Desired Features
- Business and community directory
- Events calendar with submission capability
- Community news and blog
- Economic development section
- Resident and visitor resources
- Interactive maps (optional)
- Third-party integrations (optional)
Key Dates
- RFP Issued: June 2, 2026
- Proposal Submission Deadline: July 10, 2026
- Project Start: Upon contract award
- Target Website Launch: Within 10–14 weeks after project kickoff
Budget
USD $10,000 – $15,000
Why This Is a Great Opportunity, and for Whom
This is an excellent opportunity for boutique web agencies, WordPress developers, UX/UI designers, and digital consultants specializing in municipal, nonprofit, tourism, or economic development websites. The project combines responsive design, CMS implementation, SEO, accessibility, content migration, and community-focused functionality within a clearly defined scope and budget. It is particularly well suited for smaller agencies and freelancers looking to build their public-sector portfolio while creating a platform that supports local economic growth and community engagement.
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