The selected service provider will be expected to develop a robust website based on the needs of the consortium partners and stakeholders – both internal and external. The features of the website, capabilities and layout must include but not limited to:
A simple and appealing graphic design that embodies the WWW project’s character, needs and branding guidelines;
A user-friendly, interactive and responsive design that can be accessible across different platforms.
The design must be applicable across most popular browsers which can be tested/validated and allows for regular updates/improvements;
A e-newsletter function with email/text blasting options and ability to handle subscriptions;
Ability to incorporate all the network’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.) with live update options;
Social bookmarking to allow users to organize their favourite content and share it on their social Media accounts through social media shortcuts;
Provide trouble shooting support during the pilot phase and after development;
Provide training for staff, administrative and technical support, quality control for a period of 6 months;
Search Engine Optimization and ability to work well with search engines;
Embed Google analytics
Provide hosting arrangements and advice accordingly.
Provide features that make the website disability friendly
