Project Overview
The County of Brant Public Library (Ontario, Canada) is seeking a qualified vendor to design, develop, implement, and host a new public-facing library website.
Serving a population of approximately 42,800 residents across five branches and a mobile service, the library’s website is its primary digital touchpoint—connecting users to collections, programs, accounts, and community resources.
The goal is to deliver a modern, user-friendly, accessible, and secure website that reflects the library’s services while supporting ongoing content updates and evolving community needs.
Scope of Work (Requirements)
The selected vendor will deliver a full end-to-end website solution, including:
Website Design & UX
- Intuitive navigation and seamless user experience
- Clear presentation of library services, programs, and collections
- Fully responsive design across desktop, tablet, and mobile
CMS, Development & Integrations
- Easy-to-use CMS with WYSIWYG editing capabilities
- Migration of existing website content
- Integration with third-party systems such as:
- Library systems (e.g., SirsiDynix Symphony, Bibliocommons)
- Engagement tools (e.g., PatronPoint)
- Analytics (Google Analytics)
- Advanced search functionality with typo tolerance and sitemap support
Accessibility & Compliance
- Compliance with AODA and WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards
- Screen reader compatibility and keyboard navigation
- Accessibility reporting and testing prior to launch
Security & Hosting
- Secure hosting within Canada with 99.9% uptime SLA
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) for admin users
- AES-256 encryption for stored data
- Daily encrypted backups and disaster recovery planning
- Protection against common vulnerabilities (XSS, CSRF, SQL injection, DDoS)
- HTTPS with TLS 1.3 encryption
Performance, SEO & Testing
- Core Web Vitals optimization and performance testing
- SEO-ready structure with metadata and schema support
- User Acceptance Testing (UAT) before launch
Training & Support
- Staff training and documentation
- Ongoing support, maintenance, and SLA-backed service delivery
Key Dates
- RFP Release Date: March 16, 2026
- Questions Deadline: April 8, 2026 (4:30 PM)
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 17, 2026 (2:00 PM local time)
- Target Go-Live: December 1, 2026
Budget
A specific budget is not publicly disclosed.
Why This Is a Great Opportunity, and for Whom
This is a strong opportunity for web development agencies, gov-tech vendors, and CMS providers with experience in library systems, municipal websites, and accessibility-first design.
The project offers:
- A full website rebuild with integrations into library systems
- Long-term hosting and maintenance potential
- Strong emphasis on accessibility and compliance
- A public-sector case study with measurable community impact
Firms with strengths in public library platforms, API integrations, secure hosting, and WCAG-compliant design will be especially competitive.
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