This may be deviating a bit from the intent of the list, and someone feel free to say so if the list shouldn't be used for this. My apologies in advance if that is the case. This is NOT a self-advertisement! My question is regarding the "going rate" for software development consulting - Currently, my clients are mostly companies requesting graphic design and web development for websites, and my rate is 65-85 an hour, quoted per project. I have a large prospective client who is looking for a consultant for development and support for ongoing software projects, and I'm wondering how differently a client of this size/nature would be handled. They'd be looking at around 100-150 hours a month on a continual basis. I recognize it is a bit different than my other clients who are usually single projects that are opened and closed fairly quickly, but would 65-85 an hour be reasonable and fair? I know there are a lot of variables that would affect it, but generally, what would be a "competitive" rate? Feel free to respond to me privately rather than to the list. I appreciate any suggestions and insight that anyone may offer! Thanks J
