Welcome to Cedar Ridge Consulting

I am a one-man independent consulting operation that assists companies (large and small) with generating business with the Department of Defense and other federal entities. I can assist your team with the following:

  • Defense Acquisition/Procurement Subject Matter Expertise (SME)
    • Leverage 30 years of Marine Corps operational and acquisition experience, as well as the experience of many more within my network.
    • Gain a competitive understanding of how the DoD conducts its acquisition business.

  • Business Development
    • Market Research and Analysis: Understand market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities.
    • Strategic Planning: Define long-term business goals, market positioning, and growth strategies.
    • Networking: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, military leaders, and industry partners.
    • Proposal Generation: Develop initial ideas and proposals to present to potential clients.

  • Business Capture
    • Opportunity Identification: Identify specific contract opportunities that align with your company’s capabilities and strategic goals.
    • Capture Planning: Develop a detailed plan to pursue and win the identified opportunity. This includes understanding the customer’s requirements, competitive landscape, and the procurement process.
    • Proposal Development & Critical Review: Develop a compelling and compliant proposal that meets the customer’s needs and maximizes your company’s chances of winning, then have it reviewed from the perspective of a former defense acquisition professional.
    • Customer Engagement: Engage with the customer throughout the capture process to understand their needs, build relationships, and influence the procurement process.

I bill on an hourly, daily, or monthly basis depending on your particular needs.