TurfQuote.com

# Full-Stack Development Team Needed for Artificial Turf Estimating Software ## Project Overview We are a U.S.-based artificial turf manufacturer and franchise organization looking for an experienced software developer or development team to build a modern, cloud-based estimating platform for the artificial turf industry. The software will help artificial turf contractors measure projects, calculate material requirements, create professional estimates and proposals, manage product pricing, and improve their overall sales process. There are existing turf estimating platforms in the market, but our goal is to build a more modern, user-friendly, accurate, and scalable solution. We are looking for a long-term development partner who can help us plan, design, build, launch, and continue improving the software. ## Initial Software Features The first version should include the following core functionality: ### Customer and Project Management * Create and manage customer profiles * Store contact information, project addresses, notes, and photographs * Track projects by status * Save multiple estimates under each customer * Search and filter customers and projects ### Turf Project Estimating * Enter project dimensions manually * Calculate total square footage * Calculate turf quantities based on 15-foot-wide turf rolls * Determine recommended roll lengths and quantities * Calculate waste percentages * Account for turf grain and installation direction * Calculate seams and seam lengths * Calculate infill requirements * Calculate base material requirements * Calculate adhesive, seaming tape, nails, edging, and other materials * Include labor, equipment, delivery, tax, and additional expenses * Calculate estimated project cost, selling price, gross profit, and profit margin ### Visual Layout and Measurement Tools We would like the software to eventually allow users to: * Draw project areas on a map or uploaded property image * Outline lawns, putting greens, playgrounds, sports areas, and other surfaces * Exclude pools, landscaping, concrete, trees, and other obstacles * View square footage calculations * Create turf roll layouts * Adjust turf direction and seam placement * Display measurements directly on the layout Experience with Google Maps, Mapbox, satellite imagery, geospatial tools, or construction takeoff software is highly preferred. ### Product and Pricing Database * Create turf products with specifications * Store product names, descriptions, face weights, pile heights, colors, and pricing * Add accessories and installation materials * Set contractor-specific pricing * Set markup and margin rules * Update pricing through an administrative dashboard * Allow products to be activated or deactivated * Support pricing by square foot, linear foot, unit, bag, bucket, roll, or pallet ### Estimate and Proposal Creation * Convert project calculations into a professional customer estimate * Add company branding and logos * Add product descriptions and project photographs * Include optional upgrades and additional services * Add terms, warranties, exclusions, and payment requirements * Generate downloadable PDF proposals * Email or text proposals to customers * Allow customers to approve or reject proposals * Support electronic signatures * Collect deposits or payments online ### Contractor Accounts * Secure contractor login * Company profile and branding * Multiple users under one company * User roles and permissions * Saved products and pricing * Saved customers, estimates, and proposals * Subscription and billing management ### Administrative Dashboard * Manage users and contractor accounts * Manage subscription plans * Manage products and pricing * View estimates created through the platform * View system activity and usage * Manage permissions * Update software settings * View basic performance and revenue reports ## Future Features The system must be designed so additional features can be added later, including: * Artificial-intelligence-assisted measurements * Automatic turf roll layout optimization * Aerial property measurement * CRM and lead management * Automated customer follow-up * Appointment scheduling * Installation crew scheduling * Job costing * Inventory management * Turf ordering through manufacturers or distributors * QuickBooks integration * Financing integrations * Franchise and multi-location management * Mobile applications * White-label accounts * API access * Supplier and distributor portals The first version does not need to include every future feature, but the software architecture should support continued expansion. ## Ideal Developer or Team We are looking for a developer or agency with experience in several of the following areas: * SaaS platform development * Construction estimating software * Field-service management software * Roofing, landscaping, flooring, solar, or property-measurement software * React, Next.js, Vue, or similar modern frontend frameworks * Node.js, Python, Laravel, or comparable backend technology * PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar database systems * AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, or comparable cloud hosting * Google Maps, Mapbox, or geospatial integrations * Stripe or other subscription and payment systems * PDF proposal generation * Electronic signatures * Responsive desktop, tablet, and mobile design * Secure account and permission systems ## What We Need From Applicants Please include the following information with your proposal: 1. Examples of SaaS platforms you have personally designed or developed. 2. Examples of estimating, mapping, construction, or field-service software you have built. 3. Links to live platforms when available. 4. Your recommended technology stack. 5. Whether you are an individual developer or a development team. 6. Who will be responsible for design, frontend, backend, quality assurance, and project management. 7. Your estimated timeline for designing and building the MVP. 8. Your estimated budget range. 9. Your availability for ongoing development and support. 10. A brief explanation of how you would approach the turf measurement and roll-layout functionality. Please begin your application with the words **“Turf Software”** so we know you have reviewed the full job description. ## Project Structure We expect the project to be completed through clearly defined milestones. Potential milestones may include: 1. Project discovery and software requirements 2. Wireframes and user-flow planning 3. UI/UX design 4. Technical architecture and database setup 5. Customer and project management 6. Turf estimating calculator 7. Product and pricing database 8. Proposal and PDF generation 9. Mapping and measurement functionality 10. Administrative dashboard 11. Subscription and payment integration 12. Testing and bug correction 13. Production launch 14. Documentation and source-code delivery We do not plan to pay the entire project cost upfront. Payments will be connected to approved and completed milestones. ## Ownership and Development Requirements The selected developer must agree to the following: * Our company will own all completed source code and intellectual property. * Source code must be maintained in a GitHub organization controlled by our company. * Hosting, databases, domains, payment accounts, mapping accounts, and third-party services must be created under accounts controlled by our company. * The developer must provide clear technical documentation. * Code must be organized, secure, scalable, and reasonably documented. * No proprietary code or third-party components may be used without disclosure. * The developer may not resell or reuse our proprietary turf calculations, workflows, designs, or business information. * Regular demonstrations and progress updates will be required. * Final payment will require delivery of all source code, credentials, documentation, and completed functionality. * A post-launch bug-fix period must be included. ## Budget We are open to reasonable proposals based on the recommended scope and development approach. Applicants may provide pricing for: * Discovery and requirements planning * Clickable prototype and UI/UX design * MVP development * Mapping and visual measurement tools * Ongoing monthly development and support We are more concerned with finding the right development partner than selecting the lowest-priced proposal. However, all pricing must be transparent and tied to specific deliverables. ## Project Goal Our goal is to create one of the most complete and user-friendly artificial turf estimating platforms in the industry. The platform should make it easier for contractors to: * Measure projects * Calculate turf and installation materials * Create accurate pricing * Generate professional proposals * Close more sales * Improve project profitability * Manage their turf business more efficiently We have extensive knowledge of turf manufacturing, product specifications, estimating calculations, installation requirements, sales, and franchise operations. We need an experienced software team capable of converting that industry knowledge into a professional and scalable SaaS platform.