Website Upgrade and Maintenance and Cooperative Support Network Platform
Submission Deadline
June 1, 2025
Review Period
June 2025
Project Start
July 1, 2025
Cooperation Africa is inviting qualified and experienced agencies and developers to submit proposals for the redesign and maintenance of our organisation's website and to develop software that will enable the operation of a Cooperative Support Network.
A. Website Upgrade and Maintenance
The website will serve as a key communication and membership engagement platform which will enable the organisation and its network to access information on demand while also allowing for users to network through access-controlled mechanisms.
Objectives
- Redesigning, developing and maintaining Cooperation Africa's website to enhance our online presence
- Improve user experience and streamline membership management
- The service provider must have the resources to deliver on the full scope of services
Functionality
- Use and integration of an accessible Content Management System
- Online payments facility to process receipt of payments
- Functionality for contacting stakeholders for information sharing and marketing
- Surveys and feedback collection functionality
- Subscriber opt-in forms using email or phone
- Event loading and RSVP with post-event recording links
Design and Development
- Unique, professional interface representing our mission and brand
- High fidelity wireframe interpreting CA brand guidelines
- Suitable development site for approval and testing
Content Writing
- Copy writing per page for consistent keywords
- User-friendly and consistent navigation menus
- Basic SEO features for search engine ranking
- English and French language accessibility
Memberships
- Robust database for secure member information storage
- Secure login area for exclusive content access
- Member profile viewing and updating capabilities
Networking
- Member search and viewing functionality
- Resource sharing capabilities
- Non-member stakeholder interaction features
- Document and resource library for members
Additional Requirements
- SSL certification and secure payments
- Google Analytics integration
- Fully responsive design for all devices
- Automated and customisable transaction messages
B. Cooperative Support Network Platform
A web-based platform that will directly link cooperatives in need of assistance with experienced resource persons.
Objectives
- Connect cooperatives seeking support with qualified resource persons
- Streamline the process of identifying and engaging appropriate support
- Facilitate knowledge transfer and capacity building
Key Deliverables
- User-friendly questionnaire for cooperatives to articulate their needs
- Registration portal for resource persons with skills and expertise profiles
- Admin interface for application review and approval
- Intelligent matching algorithm for cooperative-resource person pairing
- Integrated messaging and video conferencing tools
- Comprehensive admin dashboard for platform management
- Secure data management adhering to privacy best practices
Submission Requirements
- Company profile with relevant experience
- Portfolio showcasing similar projects
- Detailed approach and methodology
- Cost estimation with breakdown
- Timeline with key milestones
- References from previous clients
Selection Criteria
- Experience in website redesign and platform development
- Relevance of previous projects and references
- Proposed approach, methodology, and creativity
- Cost-effectiveness and budget compliance
- Timeliness of project completion
How to Submit
Submit your proposal via email to:
For enquiries, please email: admin@cooperationafrica.org