The 90-Day Bid Challenge is an intensive, hands-on mentorship program designed for serious government contractors ready to master proposal writing and scale their bidding volume during peak season. Over 90 days, you'll work directly with Derek James—a federal contracting expert with 13+ years of experience and $75M+ in client contracts—to develop a repeatable system for identifying quality opportunities, writing competitive proposals, and submitting bids with confidence. This isn't another course where you're left to figure it out alone. You'll receive screen-recorded proposal reviews before submission, weekly and monthly group calls, direct Telegram access to Derek for real-time guidance, and a structured curriculum tailored to your current level. Whether you're scaling from a few bids to consistent submissions or refining your approach after initial wins, you'll have the hands-on support and accountability you need to succeed.

 

The program is built on three phases: Foundation (building your business positioning and sample proposal), Bid Identification & Mastery (learning Derek's framework for finding opportunities and writing winning proposals), and Execution & Systems (submitting bids, refining your process, and establishing sustainable success). You'll work alongside a small cohort of serious bidders—creating peer accountability and learning from others' experiences—while maintaining personalized attention from Derek. The goal isn't just to submit bids during these 90 days; it's to establish systems and skills that will drive your contracting business forward long after the challenge ends. If you're ready to move beyond hoping and start winning, this is for you.