1. Project Overview We seek a qualified development partner to build a web-based marketplace that connects homeowners with contractors. The platform must allow users to post jobs, receive and compare bids, review contractor profiles, communicate through the platform, and complete the hiring process online. Examples Angie.com & Thumbtack.com. Also very similar to Freelancer.com for Contractors. 2. Core Features Homeowners Create account; post projects with photos, budget, and timeline Receive and compare bids from contractors View contractor profiles, ratings, licenses, and insurance Secure in-platform messaging Leave verified reviews Contractors Create professional profile with credentials Select service categories & service areas Receive leads and submit bids Manage job pipeline Respond to reviews Admin User management Contractor verification workflows Fraud prevention & dispute management Reporting dashboards SEO and content controls 3. Required Platform Capabilities Modern UI/UX and fully responsive mobile-first design Fast performance and cloud scalability (AWS/GCP/Azure) Secure authentication, encryption, and compliance (GDPR/CCPA) Scalable database + API-driven architecture Optional: Payments, escrow, or subscription billing 4. Top SEO Requirements Core Web Vitals optimization (LCP < 2.5 sec, CLS < 0.1) Clean SEO-friendly URLs (e.g., /plumbers/dallas-tx) Auto-generated local landing pages for services + cities Structured data: LocalBusiness, Review, Service, FAQ, Breadcrumb XML sitemaps + robots.txt management Internal linking automation & CMS for content Google Search Console + GA4 integration 5. Deliverables UX/UI design Full frontend + backend development Contractor onboarding & verification workflows Project posting & bidding system Messaging, reviews, and notification system Admin portal SEO-ready architecture QA testing & deployment Maintenance and optional ongoing support 6. Proposal Requirements Company background & relevant case studies Technical approach + recommended stack Project timeline with milestones Detailed cost breakdown Post-launch support plan