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Natasha V.

Tampa, Florida

$90/hr
5.0
30 jobs

I partner with businesses to strategically position and win high-value government contracts, securing over $900 million in awarded bids. My expertise goes beyond writing—I develop winning capture strategies, optimize proposal processes, and align bids with agency priorities to give my clients a competitive edge. With over a decade of experience in government contracting, proposal management, and capture strategy, I specialize in transforming complex technical solutions into compelling, compliant, and persuasive proposals. I work closely with leadership teams, engage subject matter experts, and conduct in-depth research to craft narratives that not only meet requirements but clearly differentiate my clients from the competition. As a Proposal Manager, I take a hands-on, strategy-first approach—leading cross-functional teams, developing scalable proposal processes, and ensuring seamless execution from capture to submission. My focus on efficiency, compliance, and positioning has resulted in a 56% win rate, helping companies expand their presence in the federal, state, and local government sectors. I don’t just write proposals—I help businesses build sustainable pipelines, improve their competitive positioning, and secure long-term government partnerships. Let’s connect and discuss how I can help you win more contracts and scale your government contracting strategy.

  • Proposal Writing
  • Request for Proposal
  • Technical Writing
  • Business Development
  • RFP Writing
  • Writing
  • Proposal
  • Lead Capture
Amy F.

Miami, Florida

$60/hr
5.0
18 jobs

APMP-certified Proposal Consultant with 12+ years of experience leading the development of winning government and commercial proposals. In 2026 alone, I have led the development of 10+ winning proposals for U.S. federal, state, and local government clients. I help organizations develop compelling, compliant, and evaluator-focused responses to RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, Sources Sought notices, IDIQs, BPAs, and other competitive solicitations. My experience spans U.S. federal, state, and local government agencies, UK government entities, UN agencies, international organizations, and the private sector across a wide range of industries, including research and evaluation, IT, staffing, organizational development, training, education, translation and language access, project management, and digital accessibility. * Over 12 years of experience leading proposal development for U.S. federal, state, and local government agencies, UK government entities, UN agencies, international organizations, and private-sector clients. * Led the development of 10+ winning proposals in 2026 across federal, state, and local government opportunities. * Experienced managing the entire proposal lifecycle, including opportunity assessment, proposal strategy, compliance reviews, technical writing, proposal management, color team reviews, production, and final submission. * Skilled in developing technical narratives, management approaches, staffing plans, resumes, past performance write-ups, compliance matrices, executive summaries, and other proposal content aligned with solicitation requirements and evaluation criteria. * Experienced leading proposal teams, coordinating subject matter experts, and ensuring proposals are compliant, compelling, and strategically positioned to maximize competitiveness. * Successfully supported organizations ranging from startups and small businesses to 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB firms, nonprofits, and large federal contractors. * Former Director of Business Development and Director of Contracts & Compliance, where I led capture and proposal development efforts, trained proposal staff, established proposal processes, and independently authored proposals responsible for generating approximately 60–70% of company revenue.

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  • Business Proposal Writing
  • Request for Proposal
  • Business Development
  • Compliance
  • Budget Proposal
  • Proposal
  • International Development
  • RFP Writing
  • Tender Document
  • Business Proposal
  • Project Proposal
Alex H.

St. Augustine, Florida

$75/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I specialize in grant writing with a decade of experience in public health and policy analysis. My background in international nonprofits equips me to craft compelling proposals that resonate with funders and secure critical funding. I have a strong ability to collaborate effectively while also thriving in independent roles. My research skills and analytical approach ensure that every proposal is data-driven and persuasive. Having worked as a funding analyst and in various development roles, I understand the nuances of securing grants across multiple sectors. If you're looking for a skilled grant writer who can elevate your funding applications and support your organization's mission, let’s discuss how I can help you achieve your goals.

  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Writing Services
  • Grant Writing Consultation
  • Grant
  • Grant Objectives & Methodology
  • Grant Proposal
  • Program Grant
  • Grant Writing Deliverables
  • Grant Funding Areas
  • Grant Documentation
Cynthia J.

Tampa, Florida

$30/hr
5.0
25 jobs

I help busy entrepreneurs and businesses stay organized and keep things running smoothly. I can take care of virtual assistant tasks like email management, calendar management, scheduling, research, data entry, admin support, and social media management so you can focus on what matters most. I’m reliable, easy to work with, and happy to jump in wherever you need help. My goal is to make your day easier and handle the details so everything gets done right and on time.

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Eric F.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

$100/hr
5.0
69 jobs

I help companies win government contracts and non-dilutive R&D funding - and I've helped clients secure over $60 million in technical grants and contracts doing it. I'm a Business Developer, Proposal Writer, and Capture Strategist. I work the whole lifecycle: finding the right opportunities, positioning you against the competition (if time allows), shaping the deal before the solicitation drops, and producing a compliant, compelling proposal that actually scores. What I bring: 12+ years across federal capture, SBIR/STTR, OTAs, and SLED contracting. I've supported 300+ SBIR/STTR submissions across DoD, DOE, NSF, and NASA, and I know the defense customers well: Air Force, Navy, Army, SOCOM, MDA, and the broader DoD ecosystem. I've worked with founders writing their first Phase I and with established companies scaling a federal portfolio. Early-stage startup to large prime. A differentiator most consultants don't offer I build custom bid-search systems tailored to each client, automated opportunity monitoring across SAM.gov, eBuy, agency CSOs/BAAs, and SBIR/STTR cycles, tuned to your NAICS, your tech, and your target agencies, so the right opportunities come to you instead of you chasing them. 🔍 Hire me for: ✅ SBIR/STTR strategy & submissions (DoD, DOE, NSF, NASA) ✅ Capture management (Federal, State, County, City, and Schools) ✅ Defense business development, teaming & positioning ✅ RFP / RFQ / RFI response support ✅ OTA and Phase III / sole-source strategy ✅ GSA Schedule consulting & post-award monetization (eOffer, eBuy, Advantage) ✅ Custom bid-search & opportunity-monitoring systems ✅ Government registrations & certifications (SAM, etc.) ✅ Proposal writing, compliance & color-team review ✅ Market research & positioning for public-sector buyers A bit about me: I've spent my career in B2G and B2B enterprise sales, federal capture, and SBIR/STTR, including building the U.S. arm of one of the larger international R&D consulting firms and leading sales for an AI-enabled federal capture platform. Whether you need a fractional capture manager, a proposal lead for one critical bid, or a defense growth strategist to open doors, that's me. Let's connect. Tell me what you're going after, and I'll tell you straight whether it's something I can help with.

  • Proposal Writing
  • Business Proposal Writing
  • Request for Proposal
  • RFP Writing
  • Grant Proposal
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Bidding
  • Request for Quotation
  • Government Procurement
Colleen S.

Tarpon Springs, Florida

$150/hr
4.9
223 jobs

I help deep-tech companies solve difficult engineering problems — from modeling and validation to prototype development, scale-up, and commercialization. With a PhD in engineering and 25 years of experience in R&D, engineering analysis, manufacturing, and technology development, I work with companies when technical decisions have significant consequences for cost, performance, timelines, and investment risk. For the past 10 years, I have also worked as a startup advisor, helping more than 175 deep-tech companies evaluate technology risk, develop R&D strategies, pursue non-dilutive funding, and transition innovations from research concepts toward commercial products. My approach combines first-principles engineering, mathematical modeling, experimental analysis, and practical manufacturing experience. I do not just analyze data — I help teams understand whether their technology will work, what risks remain, and what engineering decisions should be made next. ## Engineering Services ### Engineering Modeling & Simulation I develop engineering models to evaluate and improve complex systems, including: * Heat transfer and thermal management analysis * Fluid flow and pressure-drop modeling * Transport phenomena modeling * Electrochemical system modeling * Performance prediction and optimization * Python- and MATLAB-based engineering analysis * Literature-based correlation development and validation I have experience with engineering modeling tools including MATLAB, Python, MixSim, and multiphysics simulation approaches. ### Prototype Development & Technical Validation I help companies evaluate whether prototypes are technically ready for the next stage by assessing: * Performance claims and supporting data * Experimental design and validation methods * Failure modes and technical risks * Technology readiness level (TRL) * Scale-up challenges * Design improvements needed before commercialization ### Manufacturing & Scale-Up Engineering My engineering background includes semiconductor and pharmaceutical production environments, where I worked on process improvement, technology transfer, and manufacturing challenges. I help companies evaluate: * Lab-to-production transition risks * Process sensitivity and yield challenges * Materials and equipment selection * Manufacturability constraints * Cost and scalability assumptions * Production readiness ### Deep-Tech Technical Due Diligence For investors, founders, and leadership teams, I provide technical assessments of: * Engineering assumptions * Prototype maturity * Validation discipline * Development timelines * Scale-up risks * R&D strategy The goal is to identify technical vulnerabilities before they become expensive problems. ## SBIR, STTR & Federal Funding Strategy I also support deep-tech companies pursuing non-dilutive funding, including SBIR, STTR, DOE, NSF, NIH, and ARPA-E programs. Over the past decade, I have advised more than 175 deep-tech startups on federal funding strategy, commercialization planning, and R&D architecture. Services include: * Technical strategy development * Research plan structure * Milestone and risk-reduction planning * TRL alignment * Commercialization planning * Phase I to Phase II transition strategy * Technical narrative development My advantage is that I approach funding strategy from an engineering perspective. A strong proposal requires more than good writing — it requires a technically defensible development plan. ## Background PhD Engineer with 25 years of experience in: * Research and development engineering * Manufacturing engineering * Semiconductor and pharmaceutical production environments * Mathematical modeling and simulation * Transport phenomena and engineering analysis * Design of experiments * Technology transfer * Prototype development * Deep-tech commercialization Previous organizations include: * Draper Laboratory * Catalent I have served as a federal reviewer for NSF, DOE, NIH, and related programs, giving me insight into how technical proposals and commercialization plans are evaluated. ## Books & Publications Author of 9 books covering engineering, commercialization, and federal funding strategy.

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  • Research Proposals
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  • Grant Documentation
  • Venture Capital Consulting
  • Grant Proposal
  • Engineering Management
  • Gap Analysis
  • Research & Strategy
  • Information Technology

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