We need a solution for two way synchronization between outlook clients and a server side mysql database. Sticking to the SyncML standard is prefered, although we are open to suggestions. It is also acceptable to use opensource libraries, components, complete applications for both client and server side if you think it would help. Just make sure to state that clearly in your bid. Our prefered approach for this project is to create a branded outlook plugin that uses SyncML api to contact a SyncML server, then modify the existing opensource server to make it use mysql database as its presistance storage. This way we will acheive synchronization between outlook and MySQL using SyncML in between. The advantage of this approach is that it would makeit easy to support mobile devices in the future, and sticking to standards is always a good idea.
## Deliverables
1) Complete and fully-functional working program(s) in executable form as well as complete source code of all work done.
2) Deliverables must be in ready-to-run condition, as follows (depending on the nature of the deliverables):
a) For web sites or other server-side deliverables intended to only ever exist in one place in the Buyer's environment--Deliverables must be installed by the Seller in ready-to-run condition in the Buyer's environment.
b) For all others including desktop software or software the buyer intends to distribute: A software installation package that will install the software in ready-to-run condition on the platform(s) specified in this bid request.
3) All deliverables will be considered "work made for hire" under U.S. Copyright law. Buyer will receive exclusive and complete copyrights to all work purchased. (No GPL, GNU, 3rd party components, etc. unless all copyright ramifications are explained AND AGREED TO by the buyer on the site per the coder's Seller Legal Agreement).
## Platform
"Windows XP" , "Microsoft Outlook" , "Outlook Express"