MySql and PHP Guru Wanted

I have a client who is in need of a backup person to cover his current programmer and provide us with a backup option (keeping a tab on the source codes and verifying the work done). We're located in Chicago and we would like to work with a local programmer (if possible) to ensure fast response time and resolutions to problems that we may face. Also we're planning on adding new features and expanding the capabilities of this application. Following is a quick description of what the job is about. Application is written in PHP, encompassing over 200,000 lines of code. Follow embedded comments to discern methods and actions for a given purpose. In order to edit or update this application, a person will need to be skilled in Linux administration, Advanced PHP, Advanced MySQL querying and HTML. Because there are over 200,000 lines of code, this person or group of people should be extremely patient. Person or group whom we'll decide on working with will be required to sign an NDA. ## 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 Linux administration, Advanced PHP, Advanced MySQL querying and HTML