Bubble.io Developer - E-commerce + Community Platform Build

We're launching a physical product brand and need a Bubble developer to build our website, an e-commerce site with an integrated account and private messaging system for customers. What we're building: A site that sells one core product (a piece of jewelry, available in a couple of finishes/sizes) that comes bundled with a companion card system and access to private messaging between customers. Every purchase automatically creates an account and assigns a unique ID, which customers use to message each other privately, no public profiles, no searchable directory. Core components: -E-commerce - Stripe integration. One main product with variant selection (finish + size), plus a separate reorder product available only to existing customers (print-on-demand). -Account & ID system - Purchase triggers automatic account creation and generates a unique ID per customer. Private accounts only. - Messaging - CometChat or similar integration. Customers message each other using their unique ID. Conversations display the other person's ID + one profile photo, nothing more. Needs block and report functionality. -Fulfillment logic - First-time purchasers get a "starter kit" (pre-printed cards, pre-assigned a random ID, scanned at fulfillment to link to the account). Repeat card orders are print-on-demand using the customer's existing ID. -Content pages - 7-8 marketing pages (content provided, mostly static), FAQ, policy pages, account dashboard, login/password reset, etc. What we will have ready for you: - Complete site map and page-by-page content for every page - Functional requirements documentation - Fulfillment flow documentation - Brand voice/style guidance What we need from you: - Review our documentation and tell us honestly what's straightforward in .bubble vs. complex or requiring workarounds - A scope and cost estimate broken down by component if possible (e-commerce, account/ID system, messaging integration, content pages, fulfillment logic) - A realistic timeline - we're hoping for 1-3 months but want your honest assessment once you've reviewed the scope - Do you handle visual design as part of your .bubble builds, or do you typically work from provided designs? (We have brand/visual direction documented but no finished design files yet) - Your recommendation on handling SEO given Bubble's known limitations - Availability for ongoing support/maintenance after launch A few notes: - A small number of details (exact pricing for reorders, shipping timeframes) are still pending vendor confirmations. These won't block the technical build, just placeholders for now - We're looking for someone who has worked with .bubble + a messaging integration (CometChat or similar) before, please share relevant examples - This is Phase One of a longer-term project, but we're scoping this engagement specifically to what's documented To apply: Applications that show you've actually read it will stand out. Include: - Relevant past projects (especially Bubble + messaging integrations) - Your availability and estimated timeline