We need an application for offsite data storage.The application must run under windows 98 and higher and integrates with windows as if you are using a local hard drive. The data stored on this hard drive should be transferred to a server. There are some restrictions. The user can only use a restricted amount of space on the server. Also the used bandwidth should be monitored, after a certain amount the bandwidth should be limited to 10kbs The server is a Suse Linux server. Internally you could use ftp, so standard components can be used. The settings (accounts, limits etc) have to be plain text files or pulled from a mySQL server, so it can be configured by an web application (this webapplication is not part of the job). Because were a startup company we need to do this with a small budget.
Bid Smart - The lowest bidder doesn't always get chosen, far from it. Persuade your buyer why they should pick you - and they will.
Research - If John has paid more than $500 a contract for his last 10 project, why would you think he is interested in your $10 bid? Check up on the buyer, bid what he expects, and deliver quality to match.
Read - Please read the bid request - I cannot emphasise this enough - if you do not read the bid request then you will not be chosen, this is pretty much certain. Mention the bid request specifically in your application, and don't forget to repeat the key deliverables.
Innovate - Suggest features the bidder didn't mention, talk about future extensions to the project, and discuss whether you think his or her approach is a good idea. Show interest, intellect, and willing.
