Migrate E-commerce Site to Shopify

1. Project Objectives -
Move Forceusa.co.za from php to Shopify
   •   Migrate from custom PHP to Shopify
   •   Preserve SEO rankings and URLs
   •   Improve site speed, UX, and conversion
   •   Simplify backend operations
   •   Enable easy product, pricing, and promotion management
   •   Support large fitness equipment products and accessories

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2. Scope of Work (Mandatory)

2.1 Shopify Setup
   •   Create Shopify store (client-owned)
   •   Configure:
      •   ZAR currency
      •   South African VAT
      •   Business information
   •   Recommend appropriate Shopify plan

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2.2 Theme & UX
   •   Recommend and implement a Shopify theme suitable for large, high-value products
   •   Customise theme to match Force USA branding
   •   Responsive (mobile-first)
   •   UX focus on:
      •   Product comparison
      •   Clear specs & dimensions
      •   Trust indicators (warranty, delivery, support)

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2.3 Product Migration
   •   Migrate:
      •   Products
      •   Variants
      •   SKUs
      •   Prices
      •   Product images
      •   Categories → Collections
   •   Exclude obsolete products
   •   Ensure clean product data (no duplicates)

Developer to confirm max product & variant count supported

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2.4 Custom Logic Replacement

Replace PHP functionality with Shopify-native features or apps:No custom checkout hacks allowed.
Existing Function
Shopify Solution Required
Bundled products
Bundles app
Dealer / trade pricing
B2B or wholesale pricing app
Shipping logic
Shopify shipping + courier rules
Quote requests
Custom form / app
Promotions
Shopify discount

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2.5 Payments & Shipping (SA)
   •   Integrate:
      •   PayFast / Yoco / Peach Payments
   •   Shipping:
      •   Weight-based rules
      •   Flat-rate / courier-based rules
      •   Manual quote option for oversized items
   •   Test checkout thoroughly

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3. SEO & Redirects (CRITICAL)

This section is non-negotiable
   •   Export all existing URLs
   •   Create 301 redirects from PHP URLs → Shopify URLs
   •   Preserve:
      •   Meta titles
      •   Meta descriptions
      •   Image alt text
   •   Ensure no traffic loss on launch

Developer must describe how redirects will be implemented and tested.

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4. Customers & Orders
   •   Migrate customers (email, addresses)
   •   Historical orders:
      •   Last 1–2 years (read-only)
   •   Account activation emails to customers
   •   Passwords not migrated (Shopify limitation)

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5. Testing & QA

Developer must test:
   •   Checkout & payments
   •   Shipping calculations
   •   VAT correctness
   •   Mobile UX
   •   Emails & notifications
   •   Error handling

Provide a testing checklist.

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6. Launch & Post-Launch
   •   DNS switch to Shopify
   •   SSL verification
   •   Monitor 404 errors
   •   Fix launch bugs
   •   30-day post-launch support included

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7. Timeline

Expected:
   •   Build & migration: 4–6 weeks
   •   Developer to provide a milestone plan

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8. Budget Guidance

Please quote within:
R45,000 – R100,000 (once-off)

Quote must break down:
   •   Build
   •   Migration
   •   SEO
   •   Apps
   •   Ongoing costs

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9. Deliverables
   •   Fully functional Shopify store
   •   Admin access & handover
   •   Staff training session
   •   Documentation
   •   App list & monthly costs

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10. Required in Your Proposal

Developers must include:
1. Similar Shopify migration examples
2. Shopify certifications (if any)
3. Detailed cost breakdown
4. Timeline with milestones
5. Risks & assumptions
6. Post-launch support terms

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11. Explicit Exclusions
   •   No custom checkout modifications
   •   No proprietary lock-in
   •   No incomplete SEO migration
   •   No vague “phase 2” items without cost Show More