Online Marketplace for Local Service Providers

Business Concept – Ireland's Fair Service Marketplace Executive Summary The goal is to create Ireland's leading online marketplace connecting customers with trusted local service providers. The platform will operate similarly to [login to view URL], allowing customers to post jobs and receive responses from local businesses. The key difference is a fair and transparent subscription-based model for service providers, eliminating expensive pay-per-lead systems and unpredictable costs. The Problem Many service providers rely on word of mouth, social media, local advertising, directories, and lead-generation platforms. Existing platforms often charge for leads regardless of whether the customer responds or the provider wins the work. The Solution A platform that matches customers with local providers, limits competition per lead, provides predictable subscription pricing, and builds trust through reviews. Subscription Plans Starter: €29.99 + VAT per month – 10 lead unlocks. Professional: €69.99 + VAT per month – Unlimited lead unlocks. Premium: €110 + VAT per month – Unlimited lead unlocks, featured placement, premium badge, early access to leads, and priority support. Lead Distribution Jobs are matched by service category and location. The first 5 providers to unlock a lead receive customer contact details. After 5 unlocks, the lead closes automatically. Premium Notification Advantage Premium providers receive notifications first and enjoy a short priority window before Professional and Starter subscribers are notified. Customer Journey Customers post a job, select a category, provide location details, and optionally upload photos. Provider Journey Providers register, choose service categories and coverage areas, manage subscriptions, and unlock matching leads. Core Features Customer portal, provider portal, admin dashboard, subscription billing, geographic matching, reviews, notifications, and lead management. Competitive Advantages Fixed monthly pricing, no lead credits, maximum 5 providers per job, Irish-focused marketplace, and transparent pricing. Mission Statement “To make finding trusted local service providers simple for customers and fair for businesses.

Project ID: 40494459