I've got an idea to replace some horrible proprietary software that fills a niche market - but I'm not a programmer.

My question - how do I go about finding someone to work with on this? What does a 'programmer' need to help get an idea like this off the ground?

I'm doing this on my own right now, and if it's feasable, I'd approach the powers that be about financial backing. I believe a well written solution would definately have a market down the line, considering the quality of the commercial alternative.

I'm not asking what the best language is, or how to write a program... I know enough to be dangerous, and would like to discuss things further with an interested party... but I don't know how to find that party!

Thanks!