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Developer Proposal Checklist
Version 1 | November 2026 | Free planning resource

A practical conversation guide for comparing development proposals.

1. [ ] Check that deliverables are named and measurable.
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2. [ ] Ask what is excluded from the quoted price.
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3. [ ] Clarify milestones and acceptance criteria.
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4. [ ] Ask about recurring platform and support costs.
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5. [ ] Confirm ownership of accounts, designs and source code.
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6. [ ] Document the change-request process.
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7. [ ] Ask who tests accessibility and mobile behaviour.
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8. [ ] Agree the handover and training requirements.
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Use this as a conversation starter. It does not replace a complete project brief or specialist advice.

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