How much is this worth?

HTML mail campaign management...

[nquinn]

Hi all,

I recently have an option to do some contract work, and am trying to decide on a price. I have a number in mind, but would like hear from you first.

The project:

Situation - A supplier mails out HTML flyers to distributors. These distributors receive a graphical interface to edit the product information (prices,names) and then forward them to their customers(end-users). The system should let them setup their own mailing lists and import CSV files as well. All flyers should be saved as 'campaigns' with the ability to track # of mails sent and number of replies.

End users should be able to click on the email and take them to a screen where they can purchase the product directly, request a sample, or inquire for more information.

Other relevant information:

While this is a contract job, I live in close vicinity to the company and would plan on supporting changes to the software in the future ( should warrant a higher price, right? )

Let me know what you think!

-Me

[coopster]

Different shops are going to quote this all over the board. Ask any company that has fired off the RFP then sat down with their project team to review responses. The range varies so often that sometimes companies wonder if they have drafted their RFP clearly enough! So, I guess what I am saying is you will have to determine at which price you can fulfill the requirements, compete with others, and yet keep your business profitable.

And be careful, just because you live in close proximity to the company won't always warrant a higher price nor give you a foot in the door. Business is done from anywhere nowadays. However, it doesn't hurt to use the "I'm right here in your backyard if you need me" clause as a selling point with your potential client ;)