Clipper Defense:
Lowering the barrier to defense contracting.
Bringing Clarity to Defense Contracting with Smart, Tailored Solutions
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Defense Readiness Assessments
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Immediate Defense Contract Vehicles
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Tradewinds, Eris, Platform One, etc.
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GSA schedules, GWACs, etc.
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Pipeline Development
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Access to Defense Prime Partnerships
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Business Development Partnership Matchmaking
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Fractional Business Development Executives
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Proposal Writing (human and AI tools)
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Defense Venture Capital access
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SBIR I and SBIR II assistance
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Compliance assistance (CMMC, FedRamp, ATO)
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Foreign market compliance assistance (ITAR/EAR)
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Competitive Intelligence
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Strategy Review
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Exit / acquisition assistance
Meet Our Team
We combine startup backgrounds with deep defense expertise
Clipper Defense is a frontier tech scouting and defense integration firm based in Washington DC, Tampa, FL and New York, NY. We specialize in finding the most promising commercial frontier technologies, and helping our clients break into (and scale) defense contracting.
Our Process
Tech Scouting
Finding Frontier Technology
We look over the horizon for incoming trends in artificial intelligence, robotics, quantum compute, and blue sky technologies that have both commercial and defense applicability.
Market Fit
Strategic Guidance & Pipeline Development
Our team vets the technology to ensure good fit with both current and emerging defense requirements. We conduct hands-on assessments that are proven to maximize successful entry into an otherwise tough market.
Contract Vehicles
Getting a foot in the door
Clipper Defense maintains access to a wide variety of defense contract vehicles. Our team works with our clients to get you fast access to defense marketplaces (like Tradewinds, Platform One, DARPA Eris, NASA SEWP, GSA Schedules, etc). For some promising technologies, we even offer guaranteed contract vehicles.
Winning Contracts
Innovative Solutions Marketplace
Clipper Defense maintains the largest freelance marketplace for defense business developers. We connect your needs to our network of experienced defense executives, each with an extensive track record of success. Stop paying overpriced consultants, and purchase only what you need, from proposal writing, meetings, strategy, pipeline development, tradeshows, etc.
Clipper Highlights
$1,930,000
Won for our clients
90%
Contract Vehicle Success Rate
800+
Consultants Available in Network
Our Edge
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Domain Expertise & Massive Network
The average Clipper Defense consultant has 20+ years of defense technology experience, a masters degree, and a Top Secret Clearance.
Our strategic partnerships are designed to propel your business forward, fostering growth and unlocking new opportunities.
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Simplifying the Complexities
Defense contracting is complicated. We help you cut through the red tape, by providing tailored solutions that align with your unique business needs, ensuring sustainable growth and long-term success.
We succeed when you succeed in defense contracting.
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Client Centric Approach
Our client-centric approach ensures that your business objectives are at the heart of everything we do, driving tangible results and sustainable growth.
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Speed to Market
Novel, highly differentiated technology has a shelf life. We know this, and we move fast. We employ innovative strategies to cut through red tape and get you on contract quickly. We address your business challenges as they arise, driving efficiency, and maximizing your company’s potential access to defense markets.
Our Partners
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Booz Allen Hamilton
Big Bear
AI
Mark Logic
Enterprises
Client Stories
"Clipper Defense has transformed our business with their strategic insights and operational expertise. Their dedication to our success is unparalleled."
Mark Johnson
"I highly recommend Clipper Defense for their innovative approach and commitment to client satisfaction. They have truly made a difference in our business."
Emily Adams
"Clipper Defense goes above and beyond in providing valuable strategic guidance that has revolutionized the way we operate. Their impact is truly remarkable."
Sarah Brown
