Dubai Real Estate Portal - Basic MVP Proposal

Project Overview & Cost Summary

Total Project Cost

INR 3,00,000 or AED 13,430

*Exchange rate as of today. Subject to fluctuation at the time of payment.

Note: If billing is processed through an Indian account, 18% GST will be added to the above amount.

This proposal outlines the development of the Basic MVP version of the Dubai Real Estate Portal, as referenced in the comprehensive proposal document. The following sections detail the specific implementation plan, technology choices, timeline, and deliverables.

Payment Terms

50% Advance Payment: Required to initiate the project when starting the work
50% Final Payment: Due on 15th June (45 days after project commencement)

Project Duration

2.5 months + 15 days (3 months total) from project kickoff to final delivery

Note: Our team is committed to completing the project ahead of schedule if possible.

Technology Stack & Development Approach

Component	Technology Choice	Rationale
Frontend Framework	React.js with Bootstrap 5	Industry standard with excellent component ecosystem and responsive design capabilities
Backend Framework	Node.js with Express	JavaScript across the stack for developer efficiency with excellent performance for API-driven applications
Database	MongoDB Atlas	Flexible NoSQL database with excellent capabilities for property listings
Maps Integration	Google Maps API	Reliable mapping services with excellent coverage of Dubai region
Image Storage	Cloudinary	Specialized image handling with optimization and transformation capabilities
Authentication	JWT with bcrypt	Industry standard secure authentication mechanism for admin/agent access
Lead Management	Custom solution with Excel export	Simple yet effective solution for capturing and managing leads

Note: Hosting, server-side installation, and domain will be provided and managed by the client. Our team will focus on delivering a comprehensive codebase with complete documentation for deployment.

Detailed Timeline & Deliverables

Week 1

Project Kickoff & Requirements Finalization

Project kickoff meeting
Requirements gathering and finalization
Setup of project management infrastructure
Database schema design

Week 2

Design Phase

UI/UX design mockups for key pages
User flow diagrams
Style guide development
Design finalization

Week 3

Core Architecture

Project repository setup with branching strategy
Core application architecture
Database design and initial migrations
API blueprint and documentation

Week 4-5

Core Backend Development

Admin and agent authentication
Property listing management APIs
Search and filtering functionality
Admin verification workflow backend
Lead capture functionality

Week 6

First Delivery Milestone: Backend & Core Features

Working backend APIs with documentation
Admin panel basic functionality
Database structure and sample data
Functional API endpoint testing
Progress documentation

Week 7-8

Frontend Development - Core Pages

Home page and navigation structure
Property listing page with search and filters
Property detail pages
Lead capture forms
Integration with backend APIs

Week 9-10

Admin & Agent Dashboards

Admin dashboard development
Property management interface
Agent management system
Lead management and Excel export functionality
Google Maps integration

Week 11

Integration & Testing

End-to-end testing of all features
Responsive design testing across devices
Performance optimization
Security testing and fixes
User acceptance testing preparation

Week 12

Final Refinements

Bug fixes based on testing results
Performance optimization
Final content integration
Documentation updates
Deployment preparation

Week 13

Final Delivery: Complete Codebase

Complete codebase with deployment documentation
Knowledge transfer and documentation handover
User training session
Project closure and handover

Detailed Features & Functionality

Listings Module

Property browsing for sale properties only
Detailed property pages including:
- Property description
- Price and payment terms
- Specifications (bedrooms, bathrooms, size)
- Amenities list
- Photo gallery (up to 20 images per listing)
- Location information with map
- Agent contact details
Admin/agent property submission forms
Admin verification workflow for new listings

Search & Filtering

Search by location (dropdown selectors for areas/communities)
Property type filtering
Price range filtering
Bedrooms/bathrooms filtering
Keyword search functionality
Sort options (price, date added, etc.)

Lead Capture Funnel

Simple lead capture forms on property listings
Required fields: Name and Phone Number
Optional fields: Email, Preferred Contact Time, Comments
Admin/agent notification of new leads
Excel export functionality for leads data
Lead filtering and sorting options

Admin Features

Admin dashboard for site management
Property listing creation and management
Agent account management
Listing verification workflow
Lead management and export
Basic site statistics

Agent Dashboard

Property submission for verification
Management of own listings
View leads for their properties
Basic profile management

Available Add-Ons (Not Included in Current Scope)

Automated email notifications: +AED 750
Mobile app versions (iOS/Android): +AED 7,500
Marketing automation funnels: +AED 1,750
Sales CRM integration: +AED 1,250
Multilingual support (Arabic): +AED 2,500
Virtual tour integration: +AED 1,500
Social media integration: +AED 900
Advanced analytics dashboard: +AED 2,000

Handover & Documentation

Project Handover Procedure

Code Repository Transfer
- Full GitHub repository transfer with all branches
- Documentation of branching strategy and development workflow
Technical Documentation
- Complete deployment documentation
- Database setup instructions
- Third-party service integration details
Knowledge Transfer Sessions
- Two 2-hour training sessions for technical staff
- One 2-hour training session for administrators/content managers
- Screen recordings of key administrative procedures
Documentation Deliverables
- Technical documentation (system architecture, database schema)
- API documentation
- Admin/agent user manuals
- Deployment guide

Post-Handover Support

We understand that questions may arise after the handover is complete. To ensure a smooth transition:

Our team will be available for clarification questions for 2 weeks after handover
Technical support for bug fixes for up to 30 days after handover
Comprehensive documentation to help your team manage the application independently

Note: The following are NOT included in the post-handover support and would be charged separately:

Feature enhancements or modifications
Content updates or management
Additional training beyond the initial handover sessions
Major version upgrades of frameworks or libraries
Design changes or UI modifications

Extended Support Options

Should you require ongoing development support beyond the warranty period, we would be pleased to provide a separate quote for maintenance services.

Pre-requisites & Client Responsibilities

Client-Provided Materials Required

Detailed property page structure and requirements
Sample property data for development and testing
Brand assets (logo, color palette, fonts if specific ones are required)
Content for static pages (About Us, Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, etc.)
Agent account specification (custom fields required)
Hosting environment specifications and access details (when needed for deployment guidance)

Technical Requirements from Client

Designated point of contact for technical decisions
Timely feedback on deliverables
Server/hosting environment specifications (for deployment documentation preparation)

Dubai Real Estate MVP Proposal

Prepared for: DubaiRealEstatePortal

Prepared by: The Rural Minds LLP