Small Business
$20,000 – $60,000
Focused custom application
Scope brief
Overview
Use this RFQ when you need providers to quote for Custom Software Development — with clear scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation criteria.
When To Use This RFQ
Objectives
- Build bespoke internal or customer-facing software
- Automate business processes
- Replace manual workflows with platforms
- Integrate disparate systems
Typical Projects
- Custom portals
- Workflow automation
- B2B platforms
- Internal tools and dashboards
Ideal Buyer
CTOs, product owners, and procurement teams running dev RFPs.
Common Deliverables
- Requirements
- Architecture
- Development
- Testing
- Deployment
- Documentation
Ready-to-Copy Scope of Work
Project: Custom Software Development
Category: Software & Technology
Scope of Work:
1. Stakeholder workshops and functional/non-functional requirements.
2. Solution architecture, tech stack recommendation, and security approach.
3. UI/UX for web and/or mobile surfaces as scoped.
4. Agile development with bi-weekly demos and backlog grooming.
5. API development and third-party integrations.
6. Automated testing, security review, and performance testing.
7. Deployment, DevOps setup, documentation, and warranty.
Quotation must include: fee, deliverables, timeline, team structure, assumptions and exclusions.
Deliverables Checklist
- Software requirements specification
- Architecture diagram
- Sprint releases on staging
- Test reports
- Production deployment
- Technical documentation
- Warranty support period
Timeline Template
Week 1–3
Discovery and SRS
SRS sign-off
Week 4–6
Architecture and UI
Design approval
Week 7–16
Development sprints
Sprint demos
Week 17–18
UAT and launch
Go-live
Budget Guidance (USD)
Mid Market
$60,000 – $180,000
Multi-module system + API
Enterprise
$180,000 – $500,000+
Enterprise platform build
Indicative USD ranges for Egypt, KSA, and UAE (2025–2026 market research). Egypt is often 40–70% lower than Dubai/Riyadh upper tiers. Ad spend, MOQ, licensing, and VAT usually excluded.
Vendor Evaluation Matrix
| Criteria | Weight | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Capability | 25% | Rate 1–5 | |
| Industry Experience | 20% | Rate 1–5 | |
| Price | 20% | Rate 1–5 | |
| References | 15% | Rate 1–5 | |
| Response Time | 10% | Rate 1–5 | |
| Support | 10% | Rate 1–5 |
Common Mistakes
Fixed price without clear scope +
Use phased delivery with defined MVP boundaries.
No IP ownership clause +
State code and IP ownership in contract terms.
Missing DevOps and hosting +
Include CI/CD, environments, and hosting responsibility.
Weak security requirements +
Add OWASP, penetration test, and data privacy needs.
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What is a Custom Software Development RFQ template? +
A Custom Software Development RFQ template is a ready-to-use procurement document with scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation criteria — so you can collect comparable quotations from verified service providers.
How do I use this Custom Software Development RFQ template on Entasher? +
Click "Use This Template Online" to open the Entasher RFQ form with scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation criteria pre-filled. Submit one brief and receive competitive quotations across Egypt, KSA, and UAE.
What is the difference between an RFQ template and an RFP template? +
An RFQ focuses on pricing for clearly defined scope. An RFP evaluates approach and capability. This Custom Software Development template supports both with the included vendor evaluation matrix.
Can I download this template as DOCX or PDF? +
Yes. Download DOCX or PDF with scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation matrix — ready to send to agencies. Or use "Use This Template Online" to submit faster and receive quotations from verified providers.
What budget should I set for Custom Software Development? +
Budget guidance on this page is in USD and reflects typical ranges across Egypt, KSA, and UAE. Use the Small Business, Mid Market, and Enterprise tiers as starting points — Egypt is often lower; Dubai and Riyadh sit at the upper end for comparable scope.
How many providers will respond to my RFQ on Entasher? +
Most clients receive multiple quotations within 24–48 hours from verified providers matched to service category and country.
What should I include in the scope of work section? +
Include objectives, deliverables, markets (EG/KSA/UAE), languages, timeline, approval process, and reporting requirements.
How do I evaluate Custom Software Development proposals fairly? +
Use the vendor evaluation matrix. Score each provider on technical capability, industry experience, price, references, response time, and support.